284: When a Christmas Tree Lights up a Community — Alex Gramling with Christmas Tree Santas

Purchasing a Christmas tree is a luxury for many American families.

Alex Gramling is a marketing executive and the founder of the Christmas Tree Santas, a non-profit organization that spreads hope and joy by giving Christmas trees to families in need during the holidays. With slightly over 8 years under his belt, Alex has seen the organization grow from just his local community into 18 cities. Find out more about how you can join in this holiday season and spread the gift of giving with a Christmas tree!

Key Takeaways:

[2:35] What is Christmas Tree Santas all about?

[4:45] Alex was inspired by a  family who needed a tree and that’s what lead to the creation of this charity.

[10:50] Who else is involved with Christmas Tree Santas?

[16:30] Christmas Tree Santas are currently in 18 cities!

[17:20] Alex shares an amazing story about one of his donors from Texas!

[21:20] Moving live Christmas trees is a very challenging thing to do logistically.

[27:30] Volunteers love giving back in this way and will often say that these events are some of their favorite days of the year.

[29:10] Alex sees some of the same families who come back year after year for their tree.

[34:00] How did Alex find and partner with Home Depot?

[41:40] Alex shares some of his favorite stories of families that have received a tree.

 

Mentioned in This Episode:

Giving Back Podcast

Christmas Tree Santas

Healthcare IT Leaders

Alex Gramling on LinkedIn

Crazy Good Turns Podcast Episode: Christmas Tree Santas

Holiday Heroes: Christmas with the Christmas Tree Santas, on AOL

Home Depot

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