PHOENIX – The Salvation Army said that one Good Samaritan dropped a half-ounce gold American Eagle coin in a donation kettle at its Ray & Joan Kroc Center location in Phoenix.
The face value of the coin is $25 but an officer with the Salvation Army said it was appraised for $1,310.
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“We witness extraordinary acts of kindness and giving year-round, and this incredible donation is certainly no exception,” said Captain Dustin Rowe, Kroc Center Corps Officer. “We want to thank this generous donor from the bottom of our hearts.”
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The coin came attached with a letter that said, “May this gold help the people in need during the Christmas season. Bless you all.”
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Donations to the Salvation army can be written off as a state tax credit.
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The maximum donation for a single person is $470 and for married couples it is $938.
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84 cents out of every dollar are used to support local programs and services.
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The Ray & Joan Kroc Center hosts a variety of events and classes ranging from swimming to arts and crafts and sports.
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The location is located near the intersection of Dr. MLK Jr. Boulevard and 14th Street.
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The Source: Information for this story was provided by the Salvation Army.
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