Angel Tree 2025
Mahalo for giving with joy to families in need this Christmas by donating gifts through the Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Angel Tree program.
2025 Angel Tree Impact
The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division made holiday wishes come true for 16,435 keiki and kūpuna across Hawai‘i and Guam in December, sharing Angel Tree joy throughout numerous gift distribution events the week before Christmas. Together with support from generous partners and gift donations from the local community, the distribution days were filled with bustling volunteers, joyful smiles, and Christmas gifts being passed out to families and individuals in need who had registered for The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program in October.
About the Angel Tree Program
Each holiday season, The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program delivers gifts to keiki, kupuna, and families in need across Hawai‘i and the Pacific Islands. What began in the United States in 1979 with wish-filled cards on a mall Christmas tree has grown into a beloved holiday tradition, helping communities celebrate the spirit of Christmas.
As more of our local neighbors face financial hardship, your generosity helps bring hope and holiday cheer to those who need it most. Every gift represents more than a present—it’s a message of care, dignity, and joy.
Program Timeline
Program Registration - Most corps open Angel Tree registration throughout the month of October. Families and individuals who register must show proof of residency and demonstrated need, with varying documentation required by different corps locations.
Partner Location Preparation - Partner locations can reach out to The Salvation Army local corps or Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division headquarters in October and Novemeber to express interest in hosting an Angel Tree at their location to benefit their local corp.
Donations - Gift donations from the community are accepted at partner locations and corps community centers following Thanksgiving and in the first two weeks of December. Exact dates may vary by corps. Gifts also may be purchased online through Walmart registries.
Distribution - Distribution to registered participants typically occurs in the third week of December, the week preceding Christmas. Corps each manages their distribution event and schedule.