Salvation Army Begins Distribution of Angel Tree Gifts in Central Texas
Salvation Army Begins Distribution of Angel Tree Gifts in Central Texas
The Salvation Army has started distributing gifts to children in need in Central Texas through its Angel Tree program. The program, which has been running since 1979, aims to fulfill the Christmas wishes of children up to 12 years old from low-income families. Parents or guardians provide The Salvation Army with a Christmas wish list for each child that includes new toys or games, along with clothing and shoe sizes. Donors can then “adopt” each of these Angels and fill an Angel Tree bag with gifts chosen for each child. Gifts are then distributed to parents a week before Christmas.
This year, the Salvation Army Austin served over 11,000 children through this Christmas assistance program. The program has been a great success, thanks to the overwhelming support from the community. Due to the high demand, the online Angel Tree Adoption Portal is now closed. However, donors can still adopt an Angel by visiting the Angel Trees in person at either Barton Creek or Lakeline Mall or by filling out the interest form on the Salvation Army website.
The Salvation Army has been working tirelessly to approve thousands of volunteer applications and sort, organize, and inventory Christmas gifts at their warehouse in South Austin. Volunteers are needed to help approve applications and sort, organize, and quality-check Christmas presents for 8,000 children. The Salvation Army has a high need for English and Spanish-speaking volunteers with basic computer skills.
Conclusion
The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program has been a beacon of hope for thousands of children in Central Texas. The program has been successful in fulfilling the Christmas wishes of children from low-income families. The Salvation Army has been working hard to ensure that every child receives a gift this Christmas. The program has been made possible thanks to the overwhelming support from the community and the tireless efforts of volunteers. The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program is a testament to the power of community and the spirit of giving during the holiday season.
