Giving gifts to family and friends is a time-honored holiday tradition, as are the red kettles and bell-ringing of The Salvation Army® volunteers. With the help of more than 3 million volunteers across the United States, The Salvation Army® raises money to assist needy families during the holidays and throughout the year. To educate our viewers on how easy it is to help those less fortunate, and to bring the spirit of the holidays to them.. Designing Spaces invited Major George Hood and Melissa Temme from The Salvation Army®.