Christmas dinner
A holiday meal, ideally catered or provided by a local restaurant.
A Christmas tradition, shared together
Share the Cheer
When neighbors and local businesses come together, Christmas can feel a little brighter. Chestnut & Cheer is bringing our Utah community together to create meaningful moments at home for local families facing a difficult season.
The hope behind the holiday
A Christmas they can feel at home
We hope to create a warm, memorable experience for each selected family, shaped by the generosity of local partners.
A real Christmas tree
A fresh tree from a local farm or lot to make their home feel festive.
Outdoor holiday lights
A professionally designed and installed exterior display from Chestnut & Cheer.
Additional gifts, services, gift cards, experiences, and support may be added as businesses make commitments. Specific contributions and family packages depend on confirmed partner availability and cannot be guaranteed in advance.
Who it is for
For families carrying a lot this season
Nominations are welcome for families facing financial hardship, serious illness, the loss of a loved one, displacement, a family crisis, or another significant challenge that has made Christmas difficult.
We review each story with care. Nominating someone does not guarantee selection.
A few practical requirements
- The family lives within our current service area in Utah County or Salt Lake County.
- The homeowner or property owner permits temporary lighting installation.
- The home can be safely serviced by our crew.
- The family is willing to coordinate privately with the Chestnut & Cheer office.
How it works
A thoughtful plan for December
The good parts of Christmas arrive throughout the month, with time for families to enjoy them.
- 01
A family is nominated.
- 02
We review nominations privately.
- 03
Selected families are contacted by December 1.
- 04
Our office coordinates with families and participating businesses.
- 05
Trees, lights, meals, and other confirmed gifts arrive throughout December.
Nominations are currently open; season dates will be announced when finalized. Our goal is to reach selected families by December 1.
What the community can share
Current community needs
These are the kinds of support we are seeking. An offer becomes part of a family package only after our office confirms it.
Christmas dinner partnerNeeded
Real Christmas treesNeeded
Toys and children's giftsNeeded
Winter clothingNeeded
Blankets and beddingNeeded
Grocery or fuel gift cardsNeeded
Family activities and experiencesNeeded
PhotographyNeeded
Delivery assistanceNeeded
Additional goods, services, or fundingNeeded
Start with a story
Nominate a family
A small introduction can open the door to a meaningful Christmas. Tell us about someone you care about, and we will handle the next steps with discretion.
Please share only information needed for initial review. Do not send Social Security numbers, bank records, medical records, or identification documents.
Make room at the table
Become a partner
A restaurant, tree farm, shop, service team, or neighbor with something to share can help make the season feel full of possibility.
Tell us what you may be able to offer. Our office will contact you to confirm the details before anything is promised to a family or recognized publicly.
Privacy and dignity
Every family deserves room to choose
Families are never required to participate in publicity and may remain completely private.
Personal information is used only to review nominations and coordinate the program.
Photos and stories are shared only with clear permission from the family.
Businesses do not receive sensitive nomination details. Selection decisions are private and final.
Year by year
Annual impact
After each season, we hope to share what our community made possible, while honoring every family's privacy choices.
The first chapter is still being written.
Our first annual recap will be published after the season, with only details, photos, and stories families have approved.
Good to know
Questions about Share the Cheer
Who can nominate a family?
Anyone who knows a local family facing a difficult season may nominate them, provided they believe the family may be contacted privately.
Can a family nominate itself?
Yes. A family may submit its own nomination using its own contact information.
What areas are eligible?
Families must live within our current service area: Utah County and Salt Lake County. Installation also depends on property access and safety.
When will selected families be contacted?
We plan to contact selected families by December 1. Timing can change as the season's plans are confirmed.
Is every nominated family selected?
No. We expect to serve a limited number of local families. A nomination does not guarantee selection.
What will each family receive?
We hope to bring together Christmas dinner, a real tree, and professional outdoor lights. Specific packages depend on confirmed partners, property safety, and availability; no contribution can be guaranteed in advance.
Can a business donate something not listed?
Absolutely. Tell us what you have in mind through the partner form, and our office will follow up.
Can individuals contribute?
Yes. Use the partner form or contact our office, and we will help find a useful way to contribute.
Will family names or photos be published?
Only with clear permission. Families can remain entirely private and are never required to take part in publicity.
Are financial contributions tax-deductible?
Do not assume a contribution is tax-deductible. Please ask our office how a contribution would be handled and consult your tax adviser. We will only describe a contribution as tax-deductible if it is processed through a verified qualifying nonprofit.
There is room for you in this story
Whether you know a family who could use a little extra light or have something to share, we would love to hear from you.