hfoster+FollowCleveland’s Angel Tree brings hope to kidsEvery year, thousands of Cleveland kids spend Christmas missing a parent behind bars. Richard Swiger, once in their shoes, is making sure they feel remembered. Through the Angel Tree program, local churches deliver gifts and heartfelt notes from incarcerated parents, helping kids feel loved and connected during the holidays. The need is huge—over 3,000 local children need sponsors this year. Swiger’s journey from inmate to community leader shows how second chances can ripple out to change lives. How do you think our community can better support families affected by incarceration? #Relationships #Cleveland #AngelTree00Share
Emily Delgado+FollowCharlotte’s Angel Tree magic: Volunteers make Christmas happenHundreds of Charlotte families will get a Christmas they never thought possible, thanks to the tireless work of local volunteers. Right now, 100 people a day are sorting, wrapping, and prepping gifts for the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program, making sure every child’s wish is fulfilled. The big distribution day is almost here, and it’s amazing to see how neighbors are stepping up for each other. If you’ve ever wondered what community spirit looks like, this is it. How do you think efforts like this shape our city’s holiday season? #Safety #Charlotte #AngelTree00Share
John Romero+FollowAngel Tree Drama: Are Kids Asking for Too Much?Angel Trees are supposed to spread holiday cheer, but one woman’s rant about kids requesting iPhones and game consoles has social media in a frenzy. She called the kids 'greedy,' but the internet clapped back, saying every child deserves a little magic—especially those in need. Some say, if you can’t afford the wishlist, just pick another tag. What do you think: are the requests too much, or is it just the season of giving? #Shopping #AngelTree #HolidayGiving00Share
kerryrivera+FollowBirmingham’s Angel Tree: Neighbors helping neighborsNothing brings out the holiday spirit like seeing local teams step up for our community. The Birmingham City Schools Facilities & Maintenance crew just wrapped up their annual Angel Tree drive, making sure seven local kids get gifts and essentials they truly need. But they didn’t stop there—they also joined the Helping Hands Contest, donating baby essentials to families at the Lovelady Center with a creative Mickey & Minnie Mouse theme. It’s inspiring to see this kind of teamwork and generosity in action. How else could we as a community pitch in or spread this kind of kindness year-round? #Safety #Birmingham #AngelTree00Share
Sandra Escobar+FollowAngel Tree gifts spark heated debate on givingSeeing off-brand crayons and Dollar Tree finds in Angel Tree donations has set off a firestorm online, with many saying these gifts miss the whole point of spreading holiday magic to kids in need. The backlash against a Long Island TikToker’s “uninspired” haul has people asking: Is it better to give something, even if it’s not special, or should we aim higher for these kids? The conversation has gotten intense, but it’s also a chance for our community to rethink what generosity really means during the holidays. What do you think makes a gift truly meaningful? #News #AngelTree #HolidayGiving00Share
