Community works together for Angel Tree distribution day

Families in Jackson and George County picked up their angel tree gifts from the Salvation Army this morning.

The Salvation Army was able to serve over 300 children in Jackson and George County this year.

Chevron and Ingalls funded about 100 children each and they were joined by other organizations to help distribute gifts.

“To be able to give back and see the smile on these parents’ faces, ” said Katarina Scott, external affairs representative for Chevron. “… to know that they’re going to be able to have a great Christmas morning with their family is just a great feeling.”

Guardians were able to come pick up their child’s gifts, as well as food for Christmas dinner.

Lieutenant Carla Lawson with the Salvation Army was an angel tree child, and now she dedicates her life to giving. She tells us that the community is what makes this possible.

“I got a purple bike that year. I was so excited about that… a helmet to match. Me and my sister were able to ride our bikes in our neighborhood,” Lawson said. “It wasn’t until later as a teenager that I found out that those gifts and that Christmas was in response to the generosity of the community through the angel tree program.”

Distribution days truly showcase what a community can do when they work together.

The Salvation Army is still accepting donations to the red kettle if you would like to help their mission.