AuntJamelle Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 I hear them mentioned all the time but I've never seen one anywhere for us to choose to give to. Is it only through churches or are there other places that have them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanShotFirst Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 My employeer (local hospital) has one although the tree is considered a safety hazard so we have to go the HR office to pick up the tags. Locally, I've seen them at Walmart, Kmart, Kroger. Also, if you have a Salvation Army chapter locally check with them. They sponsor the program here as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladywolf Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 I usually see them at Wal-Mart, somewhere near the entrance/exit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntJamelle Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Thank you! I will take a look at Walmart the next time I go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nafcmf Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 My local bank has one up every year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beccasbank Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 A lot of schools have them as well as your local Department of Human Services ( or Child & Family Services or whatever it may be called in your area). Also, your local animal control has them if you're willing to donate to the poor animals without a family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinkrbel Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 I usually pick my angels from the tree at Bj's, I'll be heading there on Friday not sure of its up yet though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HansieDZ Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 (edited) We have one at our church (the "Giving Tree") but I used to see them at JCPenney's all the time. I always used to participate in the Walgreen's one for senior citizens but haven't seen that in probably 3 years. Edited November 12, 2015 by HansieDZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NovemberDiva Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 All of our local malls have them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinoismom Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 Walgreens sent a letter to the Santa for a Senior programs and stated that this year corporate has made the decision to not allow any trees in their stores. Although it is a huge undertaking I found a store that will allow me to set a tree for my seniors 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pogiporkchop Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 Tsk tsk, someone's not in the spirit of the season... Good for the store that's choosing to allow a senior tree! I hope it is picked clean and all wishes filled. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevierocks Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 Walgreens sent a letter to the Santa for a Senior programs and stated that this year corporate has made the decision to not allow any trees in their stores. Although it is a huge undertaking I found a store that will allow me to set a tree for my seniors was it the actual tree they rejected? or the "tree" for the senior's needing an angel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevierocks Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 i think asking the local schools is a great idea.. they would know who is actually in need. , vs some trees that i wonder how certain people have gotten listed on them...( but not going there tonight) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illinoismom Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 was it the actual tree they rejected? or the "tree" for the senior's needing an angel?Walgreens will not allow trees at all, so the organization that sponsored the program here cancelled it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanShotFirst Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 (edited) Walgreens sent a letter to the Santa for a Senior programs and stated that this year corporate has made the decision to not allow any trees in their stores. Although it is a huge undertaking I found a store that will allow me to set a tree for my seniors My employeer has also participated in the Senior Tree program (although no actual tree allowed) and quite honestly, that's my favorite thing to do over the Angel Tree. We lost my grandmother in July and while she was able to spend the last years of her life at home with anything and everything she needed many others aren't so if my Senior wants a simple blanket or a sweatshirt then he/she gets 3! Edited November 13, 2015 by HanShotFirst 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conj Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 we have 2 trees at work. one in each main lobby. For years I've been participating with my office - but I just switched jobs, and offices, so this will be all new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstluvem Posted November 18, 2015 Share Posted November 18, 2015 Check your local schools... that's where we get ours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deal Grabber Posted November 18, 2015 Share Posted November 18, 2015 Yep all schools have them id rather pick from a school too ,at least i know its a child in my community. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LCPanther1975 Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 Our Kroger's has a tree and my place of employment does one for our own employees/families that may need extra help. My office also sponsors local foster children. I am sure your Chamber of Commerce in your area could help your find someone in need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreaInNC Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Or call your local YMCA to see what they do. I know mine does the shoebox program. Not sure about the Angel Tree. We would adopt a foster child thru DFCS. My kids and I would actually deliver the gifts to the foster parents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scanner420 Posted November 24, 2015 Share Posted November 24, 2015 My kids school usually has one in the entrance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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