CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE NOW AVAILABLE AT THE SALVATION ARMY

CLEVELAND, OH (October 20th, 2025) – The Salvation Army in Greater Cleveland is dedicated to making this holiday season special for thousands of children and families in need by ensuring presents find their way under the Christmas tree. If your family needs Christmas help for children aged 12 and younger, you're warmly invited to register at any of the Cleveland Salvation Army Corps Community Centers. To make it easier for everyone to access help, the Salvation Army’s Christmas Assistance program now also offers a simple online application at SAAngelTree.org.

“Christmas is such an important time in a child's development. We have seen that having a toy to open on Christmas morning can boost a child’s self-esteem, academic performance, and social interactions. We are excited to introduce a new online format to expand the support we can offer in Cuyahoga County,” stated Captain Joel Ashcraft, Area Commander of The Salvation Army in Greater Cleveland.

Christmas registration will be available in person from:
Now through Friday, November 14th, 2025, 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

To register, visit SAAngelTree.org or come in person to apply to the Corps Community Center near you:

• Salvation Army East Cleveland Corps:  1507 Doan Ave. East Cleveland, OH 44112 | Phone: (216) 249-4334
• Salvation Army Miles Park Corps:  4139 E. 93rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44105| Phone: (216) 341-1640
• Salvation Army Ohio City Corps:  4402 Clark Ave., Cleveland, OH 44109 | Phone: (216) 631-1515
• Salvation Army Temple Corps:  17625 Grovewood Ave., Cleveland, OH 44119 | Phone: (216) 692-1388
• Salvation Army West Park Corps:  12645 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113 | Phone: (216) 252-3593

Christmas item distribution will occur from December 12th through December 19th, depending on the location where families registered.

The following documentation will be required to register both in person and online: 

• Your government-issued photo I.D. or Driver’s License. You must have a Photo I.D.
• A birth certificate or current medical benefit card for each child 12 years old and younger in your household.
• Copies of your County Benefits, Heap Application, and school Records - all are beneficial to show proof of household.

For questions regarding Christmas assistance, please get in touch with the Corps Community Centers listed above or call (216) 861-8185. To donate to assist The Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland in serving families this holiday season, or for more information, call (216) 861-8185.