Wisconsin and Upper Michigan growers donated 575 trees as part of the Trees for Troops national program.
Trees are donated by farms, nurseries, retail lots and individual supporters from all around America.
View where the trees were delivered to.
About Trees for Troops
Trees for Troops®, a program of the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation, provides free, farm-grown Christmas Trees to United States armed forces members in all branches of the military and their families, through donations, sponsorships, grants and the work of many volunteers. The mission of the Christmas Spirit Foundation is to advance the Christmas Spirit for kids, families and the environment through programs and activities. The Trees for Troops® achieves that mission, one tree at a time. Over the past 17 years, with donations, sponsorships and support from Christmas tree farmers, the program has delivered a total of 277,001 Real Christmas Trees!
If you would like more information on this event or interested in donating, please go to https://treesfortroops.org/.
In 2012, Trees for Troops was honored at the White House as a top 20 national finalist in the Joining Forces Community Challenge, an initiative started by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden to recognize organizations that provide exemplary service and support to military families.
In 2017, Trees for Troops was honored to win The Department of Defense - Spirit of Hope Award. Trees for Troops was nominated for the award by the U.S. Coast Guard. The award is given annually by each branch of the military to groups that epitomize Bob Hope's values of patriotism, loyalty, freedom and dedication. Winning this award was a highlight of the season.
Trees for Troops® is a registered trademark of the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation. All rights reserved.