Philadelphia Young Professionals Kick Off the Holidays with The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Photo Fundraiser

The holiday season is set to shine a little brighter as The Salvation Army’s Philadelphia Echelon Chapter invites the community to celebrate, connect, and give back at its Red Kettle Holiday Photo Fundraiser. The event will take place on Saturday, December 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. at ProLens Studio in Philadelphia.

Open to families, friends, and young professionals, the event blends festive fun with meaningful impact. Attendees can drop in for professional holiday photos, enjoy complimentary light bites and beverages, and participate in hands-on activities including ornament-making. A curated holiday playlist and cheerful studio décor will help set the seasonal atmosphere. Pets are welcome to join in for photos as well. Tickets to Red Kettle Holiday Photo Fundraiser can be purchased at give.salvationarmy.org/event/epa-greater-philadelphia-echelons-family-holiday-fundraiser/e744415

All proceeds benefit The Salvation Army’s historic Red Kettle Campaign, which has provided essential support to families in need since 1891. Funds raised during the campaign help sustain year-round programs offering food assistance, shelter, emergency relief, and social services across the region.

Hosted by Echelon, The Salvation Army’s national network of young professionals, the event aims to make charitable giving both accessible and community-driven.

“Echelon’s goal is to make philanthropy fun, social, and accessible,” said Crystal Cuevas, PR Chair for The Salvation Army Echelon Board. “The Red Kettle event is about celebrating the joy of giving back — together.”

ProLens Studio has donated the space for the event, ensuring that more of the proceeds directly support families throughout Greater Philadelphia this winter.