The 2010 Salvation Army Angel Tree Project has begun taking applications for assistance for families in need this Christmas. Applications are now being accepted. The location is inside Bradley Square Mall, across from the Aeropostale store.

Application dates and times are Oct. 25-29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 1-5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Nov. 6 from 1 to 4 p.m.

All children being applied for must be 12 years old or younger. When coming to apply, bring the following:

· Picture ID for all adults

· Social Security cards for everyone in household

· Birth certificates for each child

· Proof of income for everyone in household

· Food stamps award letter

· Proof of address

· Proof of all expenses

The personal information may be shared with other agencies and organizations. The Salvation Army’s goal is to make sure the largest possible number of children are helped at Christmas. Those who receive assistance from another agency or group may be denied by The Salvation Army.

Please do not bring children to registration. Call 423-615-9786 for more information.

According to Ruthie Forgey, The Salvation Army’s core director, it takes as little as 15 minutes to complete the application process.

The Salvation Army operates numerous year-round programs throughout the Cleveland and Bradley County area.