Beginning Monday, October 7, 2024, the Salvation Army and will be taking applications for their Christmas assistance programs. Those wanting to apply can do so through October 11 from 9:00AM – 11:00AM and 1:00PM – 3:00PM at The Salvation Army office, 2901 N. Clinton St. Allen County families who are interested in receiving assistance this holiday season must apply in person.  If you cannot attend, you can send someone else with of your required information.  Additionally, a note from you stating who is signing you up, your ID, or a picture of it, and their ID. Families Receiving Government Assistance – Documents to Bring: Photo ID (head of household/applicant)Birth Certificates for all children under the age of 18 and Custody papers if not a birth parent. Substitutes include a birth notice, tax return, or lease with the child’s name on it.Proof of Government Assistance: Food Stamps, TANF, Unemployment, Housing, etc.Clothing sizes and toy preferences for all children ages 0-14 Families Not Receiving Government Assistance - documents to bring: Photo ID (head of household/applicant)Birth Certificates for all children under the age of 18 and Custody papers if not a birth parent. Substitutes include a birth notice, tax return, or lease with the child’s name on it. Clothing sizes and toy preferences for all children ages 0-14Proof of IncomeProof of expenses for the entire house- Utility bills, lease, phone, transportation, medical, etc.