Resources for Chaplains

Chaplains are on the front lines for Angel Tree to connect with incarcerated parents. Here you will find the resources you need to start Angel Tree in your prison or to continue your prison's participation.

Important Program Information and Key Dates to Remember:

Angel Tree Christmas 2011 Season will open on May 24th, 2011
Participation Forms deadline is August 15, 2011 (All forms must be postmarked by this date to guarantee processing.)

Chaplain Materials

QuickStart Training Guide

Gift Guides in English and Spanish
Prisoner Information Update Forms in English and Spanish

Christmas Cards for Inmates

Printing and design company MOO have kindly donated some of their Christmas Cards to us. Chaplains can distribute these cards to inmates to send home to their families this holiday season. MOO was born out of a love of design, crafts and printing, they print greeting cards, business cards, stickers and labels. Check them out at http://us.moo.com/

In-Prison Posters

Men's Prison Poster in English and Spanish
Women's Prison Poster in English and Spanish
Men's 8.5" x 11" Prison Poster in English and Spanish
Women's 8.5" x 11" Prison Poster in English and Spanish

Brochures for Incarcerated Parents

Fathers' brochures in English and Spanish
Mothers' brochures in English and Spanish

Profile of a Prisoner's Family

Useful Links

Going Beyond Christmas

Continue your Angel Tree ministry year-round and God will use your church to help these children and their families grow in their faith, strengthen their relationships with imprisoned parents, and fulfill the purposes that God has for their lives.

Camping
Camp can be one of the most life-changing experiences that children of incarcerated parents can have. more

Mentoring
Studies show that mentoring by a caring adult is the most effective strategy for building character and curbing destructive behavior. more

Prison Fellowship