Hot Springs, Arkansas, Salvation Army faces rising demand and fewer donations as Angel Tree requests climb to 700
By Claudette
Posted Nov 12, 2026 at 5:27 AM
About 700 local children need Christmas gifts through The Salvation Army of Hot Springs’ Angel Tree program this year, up from 630 last year. The organization is facing declining donations at the same time that demand for assistance is growing.
The first Angel Tree in Garland County this year stands in front of the circulation desk at the Garland County Library. The rising number of children seeking help, alongside shrinking donations, is a call to open the hand to those in need (Isaiah 58:7).
The remaining Angel Trees will go up on Saturday.
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