Angel Tree provides joy for KMC families

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  • By Airman 1st Class Jordan Castelan
  • 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany --  The Angel Tree program started once again as the Airman and Family Readiness Center and the First Sergeant Council and crowned this year's tree.

Designed to help families in financial need, the Angel Tree program offers an opportunity for KMC members to donate to families who are undergoing rough times during the holiday season.

Last year 244 families received help and nearly 400 children received some extra holiday cheer through the Angel Tree.

"We want to actively help the community as much as possible," said Dana Doan, 86th Force Support Squadron community readiness consultant. "The holiday season can be difficult for many and with this year's previous furloughs and cutbacks we want to ensure we can help put a smile on everyone's face."

This year's program added four more trees waiting to spread some holiday cheer throughout the KMC at the following locations.

Ramstein:
· KMCC
· Express Shoppette
· E'Club
· O'Club
· Commissary
· North and Southside Chapels
· Post Office
Vogelweh:
· Commissary
· Chapel
· Express Shoppette

"We are providing an opportunity for each and every person to improve the lives of everyone around them," said Senior Master Sgt. Joseph wheeler, 721st Aerial Port Squadron first sergeant "This is a time in the year where anyone can ignite the light in someone's face."

To help spread some holiday cheer and be that spark in a family's holiday season contact the A&FRC at 480-5100 or 06371-475100.