As The Salvation Army of Augusta prepares for its annual Angel Tree gift distribution, the organization is calling on the community to help ensure that no child is left without Christmas joy through its Forgotten Angels initiative.
Each year, hundreds of children across the Augusta area are adopted through the Angel Tree program. While most gifts are returned on time, some are not—leaving gaps the organization must fill in the final days before distribution. Forgotten Angel tags, now available at all participating Angel Tree locations, list the most-needed toys, clothing and essentials to ensure every registered child receives items appropriate for their age and needs, according to a news release.
This need is especially urgent for older children, who are often the last to be adopted and the first to be overlooked when gifts are not returned.
“Every child we serve deserves to feel seen and cared for on Christmas morning,” said Maj. Jonathan Raymer, Area Commander for The Salvation Army of Augusta. “When community members pick up a Forgotten Angel tag, they help us bridge the gap for families who are counting on us. It is one of the most meaningful ways to share hope during the holiday season.”
Forgotten Angel tags include suggested items such as coats, hats and gloves, art supplies, science kits, sports equipment, teen-friendly gifts, and more. Community members can choose as many items as they wish to purchase.
Angel Tree and Forgotten Angel tags can be found at locations throughout the Augusta Area. A full list of participating sites is available at SalvationArmyAugusta.org.
All donated gifts will support local children through The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program, which provides Christmas assistance to families facing financial hardship.
How to Help
- Visit an Angel Tree location and select a Forgotten Angel tag
- Purchase any of the items listed
- Return gifts to the Kroc Center (1833 Broad St) by the deadline listed on the tag
- Or shop directly from the organization’s Walmart Registry, which ships straight to the Salvation Army.
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