Holiday Giving
How We Help
Brighten the Holidays
The Salvation Army Greater Birmingham Area Command brings Christmas wish lists to life through our Christmas programs. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
Wbrc Fox 6 Gifts for Kids
Salvation Army Angel Tree
Wbrc Fox 6 News is proud to once again partner with The Salvation Army for our annual “Gifts for Kids Angel Tree” program.
The “Gifts for Kids Angel Tree” program is a way for people to donate Christmas gifts to foster children and children in need during the holiday season. You can purchase gifts or make a financial donation to The Salvation Army Greater Birmingham Area Command. Your donation will be used to buy clothing, toys, and gifts for children participating in the Angel Tree program.
How to Help
There are several ways you can help:
- In-person: Adopt an Angel from the Angel Tree at The Outlet Shops of Grand River or The Riverchase Galleria November 7 through December 3, 2025.
- Online: Adopt Angels online by clicking here. Online adoptions will begin November 7. For more information, contact Regina Williams at Regina.Williams@uss.SalvationArmy.org .
- Forgotten Angels: Drop-off new, unwrapped toys or gifts at any participating area Chick-fil-A locations, November 7 – December 3, 2025.
- Walmart Registry: Shop our Walmart Registry to purchase gifts online for Angels. Look for ‘2025 Angel Tree program Greater Birmingham Registry', and purchase from the “Wish List” for a child for Christmas. Purchases will be shipped to The Birmingham Area Command and given to a child in need for Christmas. The online registry runs October 24 - December 16, 2025. For more information, contact Regina Williams at Regina.Williams@uss.SalvationArmy.org or 205-453-0947. Visit the Birmingham Area Command’s Registry HERE.
- Give Financially: Bring Christmas wishes to life, by supporting a child or family for the holidays. Make a financial donation at BirminghamSalvationArmy.org and click the “Ways to Give” tab.
- Serve with Us: Volunteers are the Army behind The Army, and are an important part of #DoingTheMostGood this holiday season. If you or your organization would like to volunteer with us, click here for more information.
Corporate Angel Tree
For more information on Corporate Angel Tree, please contact Darlene Ray at Darlene.Ray@uss.SalvationArmy.org.
Red Kettles
The iconic #Red Kettles of The Salvation Army support the programs and services of The Salvation Army Greater Birmingham Area Command. The 2023 Red Kettle Season kicks off November 17. If you are interested in volunteering as a Bell Ringer, please contact Major Bret McElroy at 205-948-0017 or Bret.McElroy@uss.SalvationArmy.org.
Round-Up At the Register
Is your business looking for a way to give back this holiday season? 'Round Up at the Register' is an easy way you and your customers can support the programs and services at The Salvation Army Greater Birmingham Area Command! If you have a retail business that is interested in participating, please contact Major Bret McElroy at Bret.McElroy@uss.SalvationArmy.org or 205-734.3143.
The Journey of a Dollar
Birmingham Area Command Holiday Giving Information
Utility Assistance
Providing utility assistance during the holidays is crucial to supporting families in need, ensuring they can stay warm and safe while managing financial challenges during the festive season. Learn MoreThe Angel Tree Program
The Angel Tree program provided gifts for more than one million children last Christmas. If you are at risk of not being able to provide presents for your children this holiday season, please reach out to your local Salvation Army. If you're interested in providing gifts for this program, please visit our Angel Tree registry page.Other Programs and Services
We know the holidays cause financial stress each year for millions of families around the country. We encourage individuals and families seeking assistance to reach out to their local Salvation Army.
Adopt an Angel
In a typical year, The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program puts new clothes and toys under the tree for 1 million children who usually must go without Christmas gifts. Anonymous donors adopt these little “angels” in an expanding Christmas tradition that makes the season more rewarding for the gift giver and happier for the receiver. This year, please consider taking a few more angels off the tree or donating gifts in bulk.
Stats
2,302,771
Individuals and families who received Holiday Assistance in 2024
1,000,000+
children received Christmas through our Angel Tree program last year, who might not receive gifts otherwise
Show love all year long
While Christmas may be the season to shower those we love with gifts, it's also about giving to our neighbors in need. This holiday season, give a gift to help us continue providing vital services to those most in need.
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