Make your Christmas holiday more joyful with the Salvation Army’s free rent and utility support!
Christmas is a symbol of happiness, love and togetherness, but financial hardships can overshadow some families’ joy. To ensure everyone can feel the Christmas spirit, the Salvation Army offers free rent and utility assistance programs. These important services help create a warm, safe home during the holiday season.
How the Salvation Army brings Christmas cheer
Ⅰ.Holiday warmth through utility assistance
The utility assistance program ensures that families do not face the cold or darkness by helping to pay for heating, electricity and water bills, creating a comfortable environment for Christmas holiday celebrations.
Ⅱ. Holiday stability through rent support
Rent assistance prevents evictions and provides a safe space for families to celebrate Christmas with their loved ones.
Ⅲ. Holiday joy through special assistance
In addition to basic support, the Salvation Army also provides gifts, holiday meals and warm clothing for children to bring holiday cheer and ease the financial pressures of this special time.
Steps to apply for Christmas assistance
Find a local branch: Visit the Salvation Army website to find a center near you. The application process varies by location.
Get your documents ready: Applicants typically need proof of income and hardship, a utility or rent bill, and proof of household membership.
Apply early: Demand is high, and programs typically open in early November on a first-come, first-served basis.
Check eligibility: Income level, family size, and need typically determine eligibility, with priority given to families with children, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Real stories of Salvation Army assistance
Janice's story: Janice, a mother of four, faced rising utility bills and feared a bleak Christmas. The Salvation Army's utility assistance program kept her home warm and her children received gifts, making her Christmas a joyous holiday.
Dean's experience: Dean is a retired widower who was facing eviction before the Salvation Army stepped in to pay his rent, giving him a stable and secure Christmas.
Share the joy of giving
Contribute to the holiday spirit by supporting the efforts of the Salvation Army. Even if you don’t need help yourself,you can make a difference this holiday season and contribute to spreading joy by making a donation, volunteering, or sponsoring a family in need .
Make a Donation: Your donation will help make Christmas more merry for more people.
Volunteer: Assist with aid distribution or holiday activities in your community.
Sponsor a Family: Provide gifts, meals, or warmth to a family in need.
Make Christmas a Happier Season for Everyone
he Salvation Army spreads Christmas cheer to those who need it most through their rent, utility, and holiday assistance programs. Whether you’re seeking help or looking to give back, their mission is to ensure the joy of the season touches everyone.
For more information or to apply, visit the Salvation Army’s Christmas Assistance website.