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Services available to residents of Mower County are listed below. If a service only serves residents of parts of Mower County, that information is noted in the service. Christmas Baskets Programs that distribute food baskets which usually contain a ham, turkey or other meat and all the trimmings for a Christmas dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items) and occasionally gifts for children or other family member. Holiday Gifts/Toys Programs that provide gifts such as clothing, toys and other items to help low-income individuals and families, older adults, and others who celebrate the holiday. Austin Salvation Army - Christmas Food Basket - Address: 409 1st Avenue NE Austin, MN 55912 - Phone: (507)437-4566 - Serves: Residents of Mower County - Eligibility: Individuals and families - Availability: 1 food basket per address (even if more than one family resides at the same address) - Registration: Monday, December 8th, 2025 - Distribution: Will be provided at registration - Documents: Participant Card ID or photo ID and proof of address (i.e. recent utility bill or lease) - Description: Provide a Christmas food basket Austin Salvation Army - Christmas Angel Tree - Address: 409 1st Avenue NE Austin, MN 55912 - Phone: (651)370-7962 - Serves: Residents of Mower County - Eligibility: Families with children ages birth - 16 - Intake: Visit the website https://saangeltree.org/?fbclid=IwAR1ThdD8FOOEQv2GP-mrRiSNnRhIv_5MoZ3vPBvOJaD1HUo7b7QaAXsXet8 to register for toys. Once registered and documents have been submitted, families will receive an email confirmation. - Registration: Wednesday, October 1st, 2025 - 12 noon Friday, December 5th, 2025 - Documents: Photo ID, proof of current address ( a current bill), and proof of income for the last 30 days - Description: Provides a Christmas toy program for children

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