May 29, 2023 – The Salvation Army is celebrating National Donut Day on June 2nd.
National Donut Day is tied to The Salvation Army and is celebrated on the first Friday of June each year. The history goes back to the front lines during World War I when “donut lassies” made donuts to help support and build morale for soldiers fighting.
The Salvation Army says there are ways to celebrate National Donut Day this year:
TO HAVE YOUR DONUTS ON JUNE 2: contact Giggles in Decatur on Merchant Street to have your donuts on Friday, June 2. Curbside Grab-n-Go is available in limited quantity or pre-order your box of donuts for pick-up by calling 217-475-1099 or at www.GigglesonMerchant.com. This year choose from: Vanilla with Sprinkles, Vanilla with mini M&Ms, & Lemon-Blueberry. Take a box home and take one to the office.
BELL RINGERS ON JUNE 2: Look for the Red Kettles in front of Giggles to make a donation. Also, look for the Salvation Army Emergency Vehicle on June 2.
TO HAVE DONUTS ONE DAY IN THE MONTH OF JUNE: order your donuts from Good Samaritan Inn at www.goodsamaritaninn.org. Pick the day you want your donuts.
