AUSTRALIA
Geelong Advertiser
BY AVA BENNY-MORRISON AAP MAY 01, 2014
SHOCKING allegations aired during a child sexual abuse inquiry might prompt a drop in donations to the Salvation Army this year.
But the charity understands 2014 is a year for rebuilding trust, not for money.
“This year will be a difficult year for us,” Major Bruce Harmer told AAP.
“But our focus is not necessarily on money this year.”
Mr Harmer said this year’s Red Shield Appeal was an opportunity to stand alongside the Australians who had supported the charity for so many years.
The appeal launch on Thursday came on the back of allegations of child abuse at Salvation Army homes.
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