Salvation Army Angel Tree program

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Salvation Army's Angel Tree program in the Rio Grande Valley helps families provide Christmas gifts to their children, alleviating financial strain.

Major Jan Zuniga explained that applications begin in September, and the program serves over 2,100 children in Hidalgo County and a significant number in Cameron County. The community's support is crucial, with donations of toys and the adoption of children.

Tags on the Angel Trees provide specific details about the children. The program is open to all, including working families struggling in the current economy. Donations can be made at various locations, including Walmart, and the deadline is around Dec. 14 to allow for distribution.

For more information call the Salvation Army offices in Harlingen, Brownsville, or McAllen at (956) 682-1468 to adopt a child and donate gifts.

Look for Angel Tree tags at local Walmart stores or other businesses that are partnering with the Salvation Army.

Donate toys and gifts by the deadline of around Dec. 14 so the Salvation Army has time to distribute them to the families.