10-year-old with a heart for helping spearheads hometown Red Kettle Campaign

Ten-year-old Cobi Roshau is on a mission. In his second season as a volunteer bellringer for The Salvation Army in Susanville California, he aims to double the dollars he collected last year.

 

Cobi’s enthusiasm for the Red Kettle Campaign has galvanized the community, with both children and adults accepting the “Cobi Challenge” to ring the bell to help others. He’s also supporting The Salvation Army Angel Tree program to ensure local children receive Christmas gifts.

 

Cobi has become something of a local celebrity, after several guest spots on the radio and a newspaper article that coined the phrase, “Be like Cobi.”

 

Cobi requested the last bellringing shift of the 2023 season, on Saturday, Dec. 23. The local radio station has set a time for him to speak on the night of Dec. 22, when he’ll give the final push for his Cobi Challenge.

 

The Salvation Army is grateful for all of its volunteers and we are so inspired and encouraged by the sweet spirt of this 10-year old bell ringer.

 

To find volunteer opportunities near you visit SALVATIONARMYUSA.ORG

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