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Making Spirits Bright

Toy & Joy Christmas Program | Salvation Army Kroc Center San Diego

Bringing holiday cheer to local families. Review our program eligibility guidelines and complete the simple step-by-step application below to participate.

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Program Eligibility

Base Requirement: If you have children aged 0-12 who live in your household and for whom you have legal care 50% of the time or more, AND:
Priority Status #1

Family Resource Center Client

Must be a active Kroc Center Family Resource Center Client who has updated their file since January 1, 2026 and is in good standing with no outstanding fees.

Priority Status #2

Partner Schools

Your children attend one of our Partner Schools: Carver, Children of the Rainbow Preschool at Kroc, Fay, Ibarra, Language Academy, La Mesa Arts, La Mesa Dale, Lemon Avenue, Pendleton, Rolando, Rolando Park, Harriet Tubman Village Charter, or Vista La Mesa.

Priority Status #3

Community Service Area

Proof of residence required for ZIP codes: 91941–91946, 92105, 92115, 92119, 92120, 92182, 91977, 91978. Selection is subject to space availability.

How Do I Apply?

  • 1

    Submit Interest Form - Deadline: October 31, 2026

    Click this link here and complete the Interest Form to verify your eligibility. 

  • 2

    Additional Verification (If Applicable)

    If our team requires additional details, you will receive an email from [email protected].

  • 3

    Invitation & Online Application By November 6

    If selected, you will receive an eligibility email from the official Salvation Army Angel Tree system (saangeltree.org) containing your personal Invitation Code.

     

    Enter your code at saangeltree.org to finalize your application.

    Tip: Please check your spam folder if you have not received an email by November 6.
  • 4

    Shopping Appointment Scheduled

    An email will be sent in early December assigning your morning or afternoon shopping time slot scheduled between December 16–20.

  • 5

    Toy Shopping Day

    Visit the Salvation Army Kroc Center on your scheduled date/time. The program is set up like a store for 1 parent/guardian to shop for their children.

    Important: Photo ID required. Adults only—no children permitted to preserve the magic of Christmas!

Adopt-A-Family Program

This is where ethe whole family is adopted. Some families may be selected for this special once in a lifetime program and nominated by their school.  They will be notified directly.

Have Questions?

Email us at [email protected]

Call us at 619-269-1433

Please include your full name, children's names, schools, and ages in your message.

SUBMIT INTEREST FORM

Opens October 1st

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