The Vernon Parish Healthy Initiatives Coalition is inviting community members to participate in its Angel Tree program to help provide Christmas gifts for local school-aged children.

The program allows individuals to select an Angel Tree ornament and sponsor a child in Vernon Parish during the holiday season.

Angel Tree ornaments are available at two locations in Leesville:

• Vernon Parish Library: 1401 Nolan Trace, Leesville, LA 71446
• Old Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office and Jail Annex: 203 S. 3rd Street, Leesville, LA 71446

The deadline to return sponsored gifts is Friday, Dec. 11, 2026.

Participants are asked to return all sponsored gifts to the Angel Tree location by the deadline to ensure they reach children in time for Christmas.

For additional information, contact Angel Tree Coordinator Tara Parrish at (318) 541-9927.

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