Salvation Army Honors Sweet Legacy on National Donut Day
- The Salvation Army celebrated the 87th National Donut Day on June 6, 2025, honoring veterans and first responders nationwide.
- The holiday began in 1938 to recognize the Donut Lassies who served donuts and uplifted soldiers during World War I.
- In Lincoln County, The Salvation Army, with donations from local businesses, delivered donuts to fire departments while addressing rising food insecurity through weekly pantries.
- Commissioner Merle Heatwole emphasized that the bravery and commitment of those who serve embody the core values of The Salvation Army, which supports more than 27 million Americans each year.
- This event reinforced National Donut Day's role in honoring service and spotlighting community support amid growing needs across the country.
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Hole lot of fun: Salvation Army hosts 2nd annual Donut Day eating competition
Diets were broken, and sugar was on the menu for the Santa Clarita Valley Salvation Army Corps’ second annual Donut Day eating competition. Held at the Canyon Country Community Center outdoor field, the fun morning event saw local dignitaries, first responders and community members go head-to-head to see who could consume the most doughnut holes in the span of two minutes. Approximately 50 individuals, including city staff and personnel from …
Sprinkles of History: The Sweet Story Behind National Donut Day
Waco, TX (FOX 44) -- It's more than free treats! We celebrate with sprinkles, history, and sweet deals across the country. National Donut Day was started in 1938 by Chicago's Salvation Army in order to honor the Donut Lassies that began serving during World War One. "They served the men on the front line that were nervous, are scared about their days, and they brought them rations and spiritual advice," Salvation Army Volunteer Special Events an…
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