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Eric Twahirwa | Salvation Army

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Eric Twahirwa | Salvation Army

We speak with Eric Twahirwa , Social Service Director for Greater Portland’s Salvation Army speaks with Matt about how he went from being a client to now working for The Salvation Army.

Help us raise money for the Salvation Army by participating in our annual Holiday 100! With your help, we’re looking to exceed our previous goal of $10,000 in donations for Salvation Army, to support their mission in providing services to community members in need throughout the holiday season.

You can donate by going to www.wgan.com or texting Salvation to 77000.

 

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