Its never too early to think about the Holiday season but especially for those in need.

 

It's a familiar sight each holiday season and the good cause continues with the annual launch of The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Christmas Campaign.

 

This year's theme "Love Beyond Christmas" and the nonprofit has an $8.2 million fundraising goal to help feed the hungry, house the homeless and provide gifts for needy kids.

 

The words Beyond Christmas are meant to remind folks the need extends beyond the December holiday.

 

The Big Rapids Salvation Army along with Hillcrest Oakwood Properties also has launched its Angel Tree campaign as well from November 1st -December 10th.