Your chance to band with the Salvation Army

With the festive season in full swing, the well-known Salvation Army bands will be out in force in various shopping areas of the country.

However, members of the public should be sure to only give funds to Salvation Army officers in uniform carrying a locked collection box.

Our bands are always delighted to contribute to the festivities by playing carols in shopping malls. Bands must have permission from malls to do so. We no longer do house-to-house collections, so members of the public should not give money to such house-to-house collectors.

Any suspicious activity can be reported to me on 082 994 4351, and I will direct callers to the right person.

Members of the public can also make Christmas donations directly to the Salvation Army through our bank account.

Details of the bank account are:

• Bank: First National Bank

• Branch: Braamfontein

• Branch code: 251905

• Account name: Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

• Account number: 50540087604

Reference: Please give your name and “Christmas” as a reference.