Families in need of holiday assistance are encouraged to call the Salvation Army, starting Monday, Nov. 13. Approved applicants can participate in the Salvation Army’s Toy
& Joy Shop on Dec. 20 or Dec. 21.
At the Toy & Joy Shop parents can shop for new toys, books, and
stocking stuffers for their infant, preschool and school-aged children
at no cost to the family. Please note, there are eligibility
requirements and families
may only participate in one of the following programs (Salvation Army
Toy & Joy Shop, Christmas Anonymous, St. Francis’ Angel Tree
Program, the YMCA’s program, or the JSSVP Adopt A Family program).
Registration is required by calling 507-288-3663.
Families who are interested in the Salvation Army’s Toy & Joy Shop may also be interested in the Salvation Army’s Children’s Shopping Trip. Open to students who are 8 or 9 years old, call the Salvation Army starting Monday, Nov. 13. Eligible students receive a gift certificate and shop, on Wednesday, Dec. 6, with a volunteer to purchase Christmas gifts for their family at ShopKo. Registration is required by calling 507-288-3663.
Families who are interested in the Salvation Army’s Toy & Joy Shop may also be interested in the Salvation Army’s Children’s Shopping Trip. Open to students who are 8 or 9 years old, call the Salvation Army starting Monday, Nov. 13. Eligible students receive a gift certificate and shop, on Wednesday, Dec. 6, with a volunteer to purchase Christmas gifts for their family at ShopKo. Registration is required by calling 507-288-3663.
