Bryan/College Station Salvation Army Opens Angel Tree Holiday Assistance Application Process

Bryan/College Station, TX,

In an effort to assist families during the holiday season, the Bryan/College Station Salvation Army has announced the beginning of its application period for the Angel Tree holiday assistance. The application periods are from September 9th through 23rd and September 30th through October 13th. Interested parties can apply online at www.saangeltree.org.

Application Requirements

Applicants wishing to apply need to provide certain documents. These include a photo ID of the applicant, proof of parent or legal guardian status, and the birth certificate of all children 12 years old and younger. Applicants are also required to submit their current Benefit Award Letter, such as Food Stamps Award letter, Social Security Award Letter, Disability Award Letter, or TANF paperwork.

In the absence of a current benefit award letter, proof of rent/mortgage such as Rent receipt, Lease agreement, or Mortgage statement, and proof of income for everyone in the household, including Current Paycheck Stub, SSI, Child Support, etc., will be required.

Once the application process begins, applicants should check their email for further instructions and follow-up information. Queries and requests for assistance about the application process can be directed to bryan.texas@uss.salvationarmy.org or by calling (979) 361-0618.

Information and Resources

Detailed information and resources can be found in the Angel Tree application flyers. There are both English and Spanish versions of the flyer available for download and reading online.

The Angel Tree program is an initiative by the Salvation Army to provide new clothing and toys for children of needy families during the holiday season. Through this initiative, donors can “adopt” an angel from the tree, typically set up in a high-traffic area, and purchase wish list gifts for the child or senior citizen represented by an angel on the tree.

This holiday assistance initiative is a testament to the community spirit and the effort to ensure everyone feels the warmth and joy of the holiday season despite their financial situation. The Salvation Army hopes to reach out to more families and ensure more smiles with their Angel Tree program.