(La Porte County, IN) - The Salvation Army serving La Porte County revealed Monica and Dan Komasinski will serve as the organization's 2026 Christmas Campaign Chairs.

 

The community will have an opportunity to meet the Komasinskis and celebrate the start of the Christmas season at The Salvation Army's annual Red Kettle Kick Off scheduled November 2.

The kick-off will run from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at McDonald's at 3507 Franklin Street in  Michigan City.

 

A New Prairie High School graduate, Monica currently serves as Membership Director for the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce after previously spending 14 years as Executive Director of Leadership La Porte County.

 

Dan, a graduate of Marquette High School in Michigan City, serves as Senior Director of Internal Audit for White Lodging Services.

 

"As lifelong residents of La Porte County, we've seen the generosity of this community time and time again.  The Salvation Army meets people where they are, providing hope and practical assistance when it is needed most. We invite everyone to join us in giving with joy this Christmas season so that local families know they are supported not only during the holidays, but throughout the year," the Komasinskis stated.

 

Funds raised through the Christmas campaign support far more than holiday assistance. Donations help provide year-round programs and services throughout La Porte County, including food assistance, case management, diapers, clothing, youth programs, spiritual care and other resources that help individuals and families overcome difficult circumstances, officials said. 

 

"We are honored to have Monica and Dan Komasinski serving as our 2026 Christmas Campaign Chairs," said Major Becky Simmons, Corps Officer for The Salvation Army serving La Porte County.

 

"Their family's roots in this community run deep, and their commitment to helping others is evident in everything they do,” she said.