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TOY & JOY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
(For children 0-12)
Hosted by The Salvation Army Kroc Center San Diego
Making Spirits Bright

The Salvation Army Kroc Center invites eligible families to apply to our Toy & Joy Christmas program, for low-income families will receive a generous number of toys, food, and much more. Space is limited and donations are secured by generous community members.

ELIGIBILITY

Q: Who is eligible?
A: Families with children ages 0–12 who live in your household and are under your legal care.

Priority is given in this order:
1. Kroc Center Family Resource Center (FRC) client (file updated since Jan 1, 2025)
2. 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, Tubman Village Charter, Vista La Mesa)
3. Families who live in ZIP codes (91941-91946, 92105, 92115, 92119, 92120, 92182, 91977, 91978)
 

APPLICATION PROCESS
Q: What are the steps to apply?
1. If you meet the guidelines above, fill out the Interest Form between 10/1/25 – 10/31/25.
2. You will receive an email from the Salvation Army Angel Tree system (saangeltree.org) with a personal INVITATION CODE. Check your spam folder if you don’t receive it in early November.

3. Complete the registration process at saangeltree.org with your INVITATION CODE by 11/15/25.
4. You will receive an email from the Salvation Army Angel Tree system with your date/time for a parent to shop in our Holiday store. Shopping dates will be by appointment from Dec 19-21st.

 

PROGRAMMING

Q: What can I expect on my Shopping Day?

- Our program is set up like a store for 1 parent/guardian to shop for their children.

- Adults only. No children are allowed, so we can keep the magic of Christmas.

- Please remember to bring your ID to the Salvation Army Kroc Center on your assigned date and time.

 

DOCUMENTATION
Q: What documents might I need?
- Photo ID for adults and birth certificates for children
- Proof of income for all adults 18 and over living in the home
- Proof of address (utility bill)
 

OTHER RESOURCES
Q: What if I don’t live in the ZIP codes listed?
A: Email [email protected]

Be sure to include your name, children’s names, schools, and ages and we will refer you to the Salvation Army that serves your location or 211 San Diego.

Q: I have a question about the ADOPT-A-FAMILY Program.

A: Some families may be selected for this special program through nomination from their children’s schools and will be notified directly.

(619) 269-1433
Family Resource Center: [email protected]

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