Northern New England Division - The Salvation Army Manchester To Host “Do Good Donut Party” Serving Veterans

30 May 2018

With the help of Entenmann’s, The Salvation Army will provide 100 donuts to veterans at VA Medical Center on National Donut Day Friday, June 1, 2018 Manchester, NH

What		Established by The Salvation Army in 1938, National Donut Day is held annually on the first Friday in June to honor the Donut Lassies who served the sweet treats to soldiers on the frontlines of World War I. To commemorate the day, The Salvation Army Manchester will host a “Do Good Donut Day” serving the small, sugary symbol of hope to 75 veterans at Manchester VA Medical Center.

Who		Entenmann’s and The Salvation Army Manchester

Why		For more than a century, The Salvation Army has been celebrating the Donut Lassies who served the delicious treats to American soldiers on the frontlines of World War I. The Salvation Army Donut Lassies are often credited with popularizing the sweet treat in the United States when the troops returned home from war. The donut now serves as a symbol of the services and comfort The Salvation Army provides to more than 23 million people each year.

When		Friday, June 1, 2018 10:30

Where		Manchester VA Medical Center

The Salvation Army Northern New England Division