Today was Halie's schools performance at the Festival of Trees. I was pleasantly surprised when she stepped up to the mic for a solo part. She loves to perform and we love to watch her.
There are always 100s of trees. This is a Utah tradition that helps kick off the holiday season and also provides help to those in need. The Festival of Trees was inspired 37 years ago by a group of 15 women from along the Wasatch Front. These women were challenged by Lewis M. Jones, Chairman of the hospital's Men's Endowment Board, to identify a way to raise funds for the hospital.
That first year, there were approximately 60 trees for display and sale in the gymnasium of the old Armory off Sunnyside Avenue. To everyone's surprise and delight, $47,000 was raised!
The trees are decorated and purchased by individuals, families, organizations, businesses, and church groups.
In 2006, the Festival raised $1,567,525.80 for children in need at Primary Children's Medical Center. This years Festival will probably exceed last years generous donations. It is always a fun day when you are enjoying the Feelings of Love during the season.
1 comment:
oh what a scrapbook moment!
i know had to be over the moon when your daughter stepped up to sing!
what a cool fundraiser!
thanks for sharing it, my friend!
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