The Salvation Army Austin Texas Angel Tree
We are so excited to start our 2020 Angel Tree program. Because of the times, we have had to convert our program this year to online registration and adoption only. Right now, we are accepting online registration applications until October 31, 2020. There are very important steps that need to be made to complete an Angel application so we ask that you read the instructions below very carefully before you start the application.
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If you are ready to apply for Angel Tree Christmas assistance, please have your documents uploaded on your computer or phone in one of these file types: .jpeg, .jpg, png, csv (Excel), doc and docx (Word document) or pdf. You can upload documents from scanned copies or take photos.
Because we are taking applications only online, we will need the necessary information to determine if you qualify for participation in the Angel Tree program and information on each angel you apply for. If you do not have internet service, make arrangements with a friend, family member outside your household, or your pastor. The Salvation Army Austin will not be available to assist or conduct with phone or in-person applications.
These Angel Tree Application Instructions are available to download:
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Please do no apply more than once. If you need to stop anytime during your application, close the internet browser and you will receive an email with a link to your application and you can continue from there. We will not accept duplicate applications. Also, you must sign your application electronically after you fill out the Angel information.
Please do not ask for electronic devices, video games, or bikes as gifts your children. We will not be able to fulfill those request this year.
When applying for Angel Tree Christmas assistance –
- You must have a valid email address to receive notifications, including your distribution pick up time.
- Fill out Applicant Information – this is for the parent or legal guardian applying for children between 0-12 years old. We will only take applications for children born by Oct. 31, 2020, which is the last day of registration
- Fill out the next section indicating Household Members who are not Qualified Angels. These are family members who are 13 and older
- Please indicate your monthly income. You will be required to provide documentation to verify this income. If any of these do not apply, you must put 0 (zero) in the block or you cannot move forward on the application. This includes:
- Employment/Earned Income for the applicant and spouse
- TANF
- SNAP
- SSI
- SSDI
- Social Security
- Child Support
- Unemployment Benefits
- Government Benefits
- Other Income
- Food Stamps
Angel information. We will need the following information:
- Name
- Gender
- Birthdate
- Need – what the child needs (boots. sweater. blankets, etc.)
- Wish – what the child is wishing for this year. You must be exact in your description and the input will only allow 14 characters so the list will be short. No Electronic Devices, video games, or Bikes
- (Optional) Favorite/Genre – What the child is interested in (Batman/Barbie, etc.)
- Clothing type – there is a drop down to show different levels of ages. Please consider giving us the anticipated sizes of your child at Christmas time.
- (Optional) Height in inches
- (Optional) Weight in pounds
- Shoe size
- Coat size
- Pants width and length
- Shirt size
- T-shirt size
- Underwear size
- Dress size
- Skirt size
- Bra size
If some of these do not apply to a child, please mark the box 0 or you will not be able to move forward with the application.
The next page will have information regarding your participation in our Angel Tree Program and will require your signature indicating that your information is correct.
The last page will be the document upload page. If your documents are not ready, stop and close the browser. You will receive an email with a link to resume the application once your documents are uploaded. Please have your documents uploaded to your computer or phone in one of these file types: .jpeg, .jpg, png, csv (Excel), doc and docx (Word document), or pdf. You can upload documents from scanned copies or take photos. You will have seven (7) days to complete your application before it expires. Upon expiration, you must start over.
Documents Required:
Applicants-
Identification: Adult / Parent Driver’s license, ID card, passport, or Mexican Consulate ID
Proof of Residency: Lease, mortgage paperwork, electric bill, water bill, cable bill, etc. The document must show you live at the same address as on your application.
Angels-
Upload one of the following documents for every child:
- Birth certificate
- Medicaid card (if Birth Certificate is unavailable)
- Birth certificate (Medicaid approval letter, legal guardianship if birth certificate is unavailable)
After the application and documents have been submitted, we will review and send an email with a distribution date and time for mid-December. You must have a distribution day and time to pick up the items. Please arrive on the day and time of your appointment, or you will not receive the items.
If you live in Austin, Texas (Travis & Williamson counties), call (512) 445-2003 for more information or any questions regarding our Angel Tree program. Please leave a message if no one answers, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
If you live outside of Austin, Texas (Travis and Williamson counties), please visit www.salvationarmyusa.org for Angel Tree programs in the city where you live.
Our Mission
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.