Smiling girl in front of a lit Christmas tree

This is what
Christmas
can do.

Unwrapping joy. Sharing hope.

Adopt
Shop Volunteer

A little joy goes a long way

Girl celebrating with arms raised by a Christmas tree

Sometimes, something as simple as a new toy, warm clothes, or a special gift from your wishlist can mean so much more. For a child in Greater Baton Rouge, it can bring excitement on Christmas morning. For a parent or guardian, it can bring relief during an already stressful season.

Because a little joy
can travel far.

Counting our blessings

Every number tells a story. Together, they show what happens when Greater Baton Rouge comes together to share a little extra hope throughout our community during the holiday season.

1,056Angels served last year.

Christmas can be a season of celebration, but for some families facing financial hardship, it’s a time of difficult decisions. The Angel Tree Program aims to help ease some of that pressure, giving families the opportunity to focus on the dire needs of the winter season, while also experiencing the magic of the holidays.

Bring an angel home for Christmas

Here’s how it works

Step 1

Find an Angel

Choose an in-person Angel Tree or contact us if physical trees aren’t available. Here, you'll discover what your Angel wants for Christmas and what they need. Angels are available to adopt from October 23 through December 11 online or at Walmarts across the 10 parishes we serve.

Step 2

Shop with Heart

Pick up a few things for your Angel. Whether it’s a favorite toy, something in his or her favorite color, a cozy outfit, a new pair of shoes, or a winter coat, every gift makes his or her Christmas Day a joyful one.

Step 3

Drop Off Your Gifts

Return your Angel’s gifts unwrapped, bagged, and labeled with his or her name and family code at The Salvation Army, 7361 Airline Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70805, or in the donation bins at participating Walmarts by December 11.

Step 4

Let the Joy Begin

The Salvation Army will distribute gifts to the parents/guardians of the Angels in time to set up for the big day, helping bring a little more Christmas joy to a child and family in Greater Baton Rouge.

Have more questions? Contact us at julia.mathemeier@uss.salvationarmy.org or (225) 436-7881.


register your child for angel tree

A simple way
to share joy

Short on time? Shop our online registry to help fill the stockings of Angels who may not get everything they need during the holidays.

Shop & share joy
Salvation Army staff member carrying shopping bags of gifts
Smiling volunteers with carts full of Angel Tree gifts

Lend a hand

From sorting gifts to helping families on distribution day, volunteers help bring The Angel Tree Program to life in Greater Baton Rouge. Whether you have a few hours or a little more time to give, there’s a place for you in the Christmas crew.

Want to get involved?

Contact us at julia.mathemeier@uss.salvationarmy.org
or (225) 436-7881
for information on how you can give your time.

Join the Christmas mission

Now’s the time
to make a difference

There’s more than one way to be a part of The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program in Greater Baton Rouge. Find out which is right for you and help make the season brighter for children and families in our community.

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