LINC to sponsor Salvation Army Angel Tree

LINC will team up with the Johnson City division of the Salvation Army this holiday season, providing Milligan students the opportunity to buy gifts for area children and seniors through the Angel Tree adoption program.

“It’s a good opportunity for students to help those less fortunate in our community so they can have something for Christmas,” said LINC representative Jessica Carver.

Students will be able to sign up to sponsor a child, from newborn to 16 years old, or a senior citizen, over age 55, starting Nov. 29 at the LINC office and in the cafeteria.

LINC’s goal is to get every group of individuals on campus to take part in the Angel Tree program.
Those sponsoring an angel will receive a card from the Christmas tree with their person’s age, gender and clothing size. Gifts must be turned in to the LINC office by Dec.14.

The purpose of the Salvation Army Angel Tree, not to be confused with the Prison Fellowship Angel Tree, is to provide children and seniors from low income families and/or living situations with food, clothing and toys during the holiday season.

This is the first time in three years that LINC has sponsored the program.

“LINC’s purpose is to link Milligan to the community,” said Amanda Ruble, liaison for LINC. She said they decided to partner with the Angel Tree program to focus on the needs of the Johnson City community and to provide a happier holiday season for some children who otherwise might not receive any gifts.

“The purpose of the Angel Tree is to lift the lowly in the community and to give them something to celebrate about,” said LINC representative Josh Kaminsky. “And also to show Christ’s love in a way.”