Kroc Corps Singing Company Performs Live at WBBM Radio's 16th Annual Good Neighbor Radiothon

Pat CassidyThe Salvation Army Kroc Corps Singing Company performed live at the 16th Annual WBBM Good Neighbor Radiothon on Friday, December 16 at Navy Pier.  The all-day radiothon raised more than $100,000 for Salvation Army programs, including services that will be offered at the Ray and Joan Kroc Crops Community Center. 

WBBM personalities broadcasted live from Navy Pier, beginning at 5 a.m. and ending at midnight, while volunteers for The Salvation Army took donations via phone. In addition to the Singing Company, live entertainment was also provided by The Salvation Army’s Brass Ensemble and The Salvation Army Madison Choir.

To see more photos of the Kroc Corps Singing Company's performance at the WBBM Good Neighbor Radiothon, please visit our photo set on Flickr.

GROUNDBREAKING AND CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

In 2003, Mrs. Joan Kroc, wife of McDonald's founder, Ray Kroc, entrusted to The Salvation Army the largest gift ever given to a private charity for the express purpose of building and endowing Kroc Centers.

The Kroc Center located in the West Pullman area of Chicago will offer an array of education, sports, arts and supportive programs never before available under one roof. Learn more.

SPOTLIGHT

New Facilities Director Dan Polvere Brings Expertise in Operations Management to The Salvation Army Kroc Center

As the Kroc Center moves closer to opening day, a team of highly qualified professionals is being put into place to ensure a smooth transition from construction site to daily operations. This team includes Dan Polvere, the Kroc Center’s new Facilities Director. Learn more.

RECENT EVENTS AND PHOTOS

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December 6, 2011

The Salvation Army Chicago Metropolitan Division hosted 1,500 senior citizens, including a group of 36 from the Far South Side, on Tuesday, December 6, for the annual Senior Citizens’ Christmas Party, “Celebrate the Reason.” MORE »

 

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