National Guard and The Salvation Army celebrate 50 years of partnership with Operation Santa Claus
Between limited access to public transportation, shopping, commerce and big-city bustle, it's easy for remote communities to feel a little isolated and left behind. Thankfully, the Alaska National Guard and The Salvation Army pair up every Christmas season for Operation Santa
Operation Santa takes off
The Salvation Army, the Army National Guard and Tastee Freez partner to bring a holiday celebration to remote Alaska communities. By Lessa Peter - Operation Santa touched down Nov. 1 in the rural community of Emmonak, Alaska, the first stop this year
Operation Santa spreads cheer
The Salvation Army and the Alaska Air National Guard travel with Santa to remote Alaska villages. By Karen Gleason - The Salvation Army in Alaska has partnered with the Alaska Air National Guard since the late 1960s to deliver Christmas cheer to rural