The 2025 Angel Tree Campaign has launched in Lethbridge. Photo from the 2022 campaign. (Photo: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

Angel Tree Christmas Campaign launches in Lethbridge

Nov 14, 2025 | 8:49 AM

An estimated 3,500 children in Lethbridge are in need of hope and brightness this holiday season.

Lethbridge Family Services, along with its new presenting sponsor, Avonlea Homes, is launching the 33rd annual Angel Tree Christmas Campaign.

The public is asked to donate toys, arts and crafts supplies, and warm clothes to ensure every child can have a gift under their Christmas tree.

Wendy Herbers, 2025 campaign chair, believes that, for every family, Christmas has its own unique traditions, treasured memories, and joy.

“We have the opportunity to come together and help create memories of happiness, warmth, and love for families who need it most. We give not only because we can but because we understand the power of this shared experience,” says Herbers.

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Donated items are bundled together into gift packages and sent to local families in need. Each bundle contains:

• Something on their wish list
• Something inspirational to fuel their imaginations (Lego, Play-Doh, art and crafts)
• Something educational to nourish their minds (Science kits, Word games, books)
• Something warm, cuddly, and soft (toques, mitts, scarves, blankets, stuffies)

There are dozens of gift drop-off locations throughout Lethbridge, and a map showing all of them can be found online here. The last day to donate is December 21.

Financial contributions can also be made here.

Families who would like to register to receive a gift bundle can do so here before December 1.