Salvation Army to Distribute Toys to Families Thursday & Friday

Who: The Salvation Army Aurora Corps

What: More than 1200 families will receive toys for Christmas through The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program. Salvation Army staff and volunteers will bring bags of toys outside that will be placed into families vehicles.

Where: Toy Distribution Warehouse
The former Aldi Store (next to Ace Hardware)
2134 W. Galena
Aurora, IL, 60506

When: Thursday, Dec. 17, 8:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Dec. 18, 12:30 - 5 p.m.

Why: To ensure that all children have a gift to open for Christmas, The Salvation Army identifies families in need through its corps community centers and social service programs. With more families facing hardship this year, the need to serve those most vulnerable is greater than ever before.

*Members of the media and those interested in volunteering with the distribution can contact:

Janille Likens
(630)742-9000 cell
janille.likens@usc.salvationarmy.org

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About The Salvation Army Aurora Corps: For more than 135 years, The Salvation Army Aurora Corps has proudly served the city of Aurora and the surrounding communities of Montgomery, Naperville, North Aurora and Oswego. Under the leadership of Captains and Pastors Joaquin & Gabriela Rangel, the community center provides emergency services, such as rent and utility assistance and a weekly food pantry. The Salvation Army Aurora Corps also offers spiritual services and a bilingual Sunday Service. www.salarmyaurora.org Donate at www.salarmyauora.org/kettle