Richland Parish is beginning to prepare for the 2015 Salvation Army Christmas Angel Tree.
Each year, the Salvation Army gathers the names of needy children throughout the area and places their names on ornaments on a Christmas tree.
People who wish to purchase Christmas gifts from these children may pick their names from the tree.
This year, applications for the Salvation Army Christmas Assistance Program will be taken on a walk-in basis from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Oct. 5-7 at the Rayville Civic Center.
Angel distribution will be Dec. 11 at the Rayville Civic Center, Families are asked to please bring appropriate documentation when applying.
Applications will not be processed unless appropriate documentation is provided. There will be no appointments made.
Applications will be taken on a walk-in basis only.
Applications for the program can be picked up at Citizens Progressive Bank.
Please call Melissa Woodard at 728-7291 if you have any questions about the application process.
The head of household must bring the following documentation:
• Applicant must indicate why assistance is needed;
• Applicant must reside in northeast Louisiana;
• Picture identification is required for head of household;
• A certified birth certificate is required for all children in the home (ages 0-12 years);
• You must provide pant, shirt, dress, coat and shoe sizes of each child;
• Income or no income verification (Employment, DHS, Unemployment, etc.);
• Verification of SSI/SSAlSSD, Food Stamps, Child Support, etc.;
• Proof of residency (Utility bill, rent/ lease receipts); and
• Proof of expenses (household, vehicles, medical. insurance, etc.).
No children are allowed to accompany parents at the time of signup.