For the first time in years, every single Angel Tree tag in North Texas has been adopted, thanks to the generosity of thousands of donors.
The program ensures children, seniors, and adults with special needs receive gifts during the holidays.
North Texas hosts one of the largest Angel Tree efforts in the country. Volunteers have been hard at work for the past week, sorting donations as families picked up their gifts at the Salvation Army warehouse in Dallas.
The Angel Tree program is one of the Salvation Army’s longest-running traditions, serving millions nationwide.
> “Once you have a kid, you always want to give them as much as you can. So this year, with all the prices going up and everything getting expensive, I was really worried I wasn’t going to be able to,” said Angelina Laurent, a Salvation Army recipient. “I know he’s only 10 months old, but I was so scared I wasn’t going to be able to afford it because of all the bills, car insurance, and everything. So it just feels great to see that people who don’t even know who I am, cared enough to get something from my son.”
> “When I saw it, I was like, oh my gosh, I cannot believe it. I was expecting maybe three or four presents,” she said. “As a parent, there is nothing better than seeing your child happy. It’s like a weight off our shoulders. We don’t have to worry about this this year.”
> “That’s why we need these programs so everybody could feel special. even if it’s a little something,” said Laurent. “I’m probably never going to know who got my son the Angel Tree presents, but if they are out there and they are seeing this, I do want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart. You have no idea how much this helped us.”
Demand surged 20 percent this year, making the milestone even more meaningful for millions across the country.
NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 have been proud sponsors of the Salvation Army of North Texas Angel Tree for decades.
Key Takeaways
- Every Angel Tree tag in North Texas was adopted for the first time in years.
- The program supports children, seniors, and adults with special needs during the holidays.
- Demand for gifts increased by 20 percent, highlighting the growing impact.
The generosity of donors, the dedication of volunteers, and the support of long-time sponsors have combined to create a holiday season of hope and gratitude for families across North Texas.
