Salvation Army Angel Tree program continues, 300 angel adoptions needed
The Salvation Army Christmas Angel Trees have been dispersed throughout the community. Angels were placed at Walmart last week, officially kicking off the opportunity to support an Angel this year. Angel trees are also being placed at Scenic Mountain Medical Center and at the Heritage Museum.
“The Angel Tree program can provide hope to a parent who may be struggling to make ends meet this year. The Angel Tree program can bring joy to the heart of a senior citizen who finds herself alone and without family during the holidays. The Angel Tree program creates a community coming together to share the joys of Christmas with those who may otherwise go without,” Lt. Charlsie Godwin said.
For those wanting to adopt an Angel this year, all gifts will need to be turned in by Dec. 10 in order to prepare for this year's distribution which will take place on Dec. 19.
“In order to keep everyone safe we will be implementing Covid-19 safety procedures during the distribution, which means we will have a drive-thru distribution,” Godwin said.
This year, there are more than 300 angels needing to be adopted. There are a mixture, once again, of children angels and senior citizen angels on the trees across Big Spring.
“This year has been difficult on everyone. Why not use this season
to help someone provide gifts for their children and take one less financial burden from their shoulders?” Godwin said.
She continued, “Many times the senior angels are overlooked. So many find themselves alone with no family around during the Christmas season. It's our goal at the Salvation Army to make sure those who are normally overlooked are taken care of.”
This year, with the current pandemic, troubles and despair have been felt nationwide. The Big Spring Salvation Army offers services such as Pathway of Hope, Life Skills with adult education and learning classes, grocery assistance, financial assistance, clothing vouchers, utility assistance, referrals to other agencies, and of course, Christmas assistance.
“Help us spread hope and rescue Christmas for someone this year!” she said.