SALISBURY – The Salvation Army Lower Eastern Shore will be doing in-person registration for it Angel Tree program for children ages birth to 14 years old starting Monday, Oct. 17 through Friday, Oct. 21 (except Tuesday) at select times.

The Angel Tree program provides new clothing and toys for children in low-income families in time for the Christmas holiday.

To register, a parent or guardian will need to provide proof of address, current photo identification for applicant, proof of birthdate for all children being registered, proof of total household income for last 30 days.

Once a child has been registered as an “Angel,” The Salvation Army makes a promise to provide Christmas for that child. The “Angels” are placed around town for generous individuals, companies, churches, and other organizations to purchase gifts.

Because of The Salvation Army Angel Tree program, over a thousand local children will find gifts waiting under their Christmas tree this year.

Open registration will be the following days and times:

Monday, Oct. 17: 9 a.m. – noon and 1-4 p.m.;
Wednesday, Oct. 19: 9 a.m. – noon;
Thursday, Oct. 20: 4 - 7 p.m.; and
Friday, Oct. 21: 9 a.m. – noon and 1-4 p.m.

For more information about the Angel Tree program, please call 410-749-3077 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or you can visit the Salvation Army's Lower Eastern Shore Facebook page for all the details.

For more about the program or to make a donation to help with efforts at The Salvation Army, please visit https://salvationarmypotomac.org/salisbury/ or call 410-749-7771 ext. 100.