PORTLAND — Oakhurst, a Northern New England dairy brand, recently announced that it is donating $22,445 to The Salvation Army. The donation represents the largest amount the company has raised in the history of its 17-year annual Egg Nog fundraiser.

Since the program began in 1999, Oakhurst has sold more than 6 million egg nog containers, with five cents of every container committed to The Salvation Army of Northern New England. To date, the Oakhurst Egg Nog fundraiser has raised more than $300,000 for The Salvation Army.

“Every year, we look forward to egg nog season and to the incredible generosity of Oakhurst and their loyal customers who purchase egg nog during the holidays,” said Major Everett Henry, divisional secretary, The Salvation Army. “Oakhurst’s unwavering commitment to our organization over the last 17 years has been simply remarkable.”

“I want to thank everyone who purchases Oakhurst Egg Nog during the holiday season,” said John Bennett, Oakhurst president. “It’s rewarding to know that while families are enjoying time together during the holidays with a glass of Oakhurst Egg Nog that we are able to help people in need throughout northern New England.”