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Recipient: Uintah Basin Technical College Foundation

Donated By: Uintah Basin Technical College Foundation

WARM CUPS, BRIGHT FUTURES; COCOA FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

Education Changes Generations

Break Barriers
Many students face financial challenges that hinder their ability to pursue or complete their education. Scholarships and financial aid play a vital role in breaking down these barriers, ensuring that deserving students at UBTech can access and benefit from our programs.
Transform Lives
Your support has the power to change lives. By providing students with the resources they need, you're not only helping them succeed academically but also creating a lasting impact on their families. Scholarships ease the financial burden, allowing students to focus fully on their education.
Build a Stronger Community
Scholarships empower students to gain valuable skills that they will carry into the workforce. You can help students at UBTech become career-ready and equipped to contribute positively to our communities.
Thank you for supporting UBTech, The Uintah Basin’s College!

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Recipient: Colt Caldwell

Donated By: Hailey Reynolds

Contributors: Hailey Reynolds, Jeffrey Reynolds, Shelby Dalton

MOO-RY CHRISTMAS!

Colt Caldwell was diagnosed with renal liver failure in 2008. He underwent dialysis for 2 years while waiting for a donor. He eventually received a kidney from his mother. His body started rejecting the donor kidney 5 years ago. Ever since then his health has been declining. He had to cut back and work and is now only able to work part-time.
The family will use any funds they receive to help pay for medical expenses that they have incurred.

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Recipient: Justin Biggs

Donated By: Mountain America Credit Union

FIGHT LIKE A FISHERMAN

Justin Biggs is a devoted husband to Susan and proud father of two wonderful children. For 25 years, he has worked in the oil and gas industry, providing for his family and serving others in his community. Justin has also dedicated many years to volunteering with the Hotel Vernal Haunt, serving as a committee member, event security, and helping in countless behind-the-scenes roles to support charitable causes.
Recently, Justin was diagnosed with Stage II Esophageal Adenocarcinoma. He has begun treatment and travels regularly for medical care, with a major surgery still ahead. Despite the challenges, he remains determined to fight and return to the life he loves with his family.
Donations will help ease the financial burden of lost income during treatment, medical expenses, and travel costs for appointments and specialized care. Every contribution, prayer, and message of support will make a meaningful difference in Justin's journey toward recovery.

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Recipient: St Paul's Episcopal Church

Donated By: Seitz Eye Care, Inc.

FOUNDATIONS OF GRACE IN VELVET AND LACE

We have the oldest church buildings in Vernal and our buildings and foundations are in need of historic preservation. The preservation will enable us to continue to be a vibrant member of our community.

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Recipient: Thrive Life Project

Donated By: Thrive Life Project

YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND IN US

Thrive Life Project is a local 501C3 charity that provides healthy meals and engaging stem activities to families who are experiencing long-term illnesses such as cancer. Thrive Life Project was founded because of our own family’s journey when our oldest son was diagnosed with leukemia and we spent 2 1/2 years back-and-forth between primary children’s treating his cancer. As a family, it was difficult to stay on top of eating together and finding engaging ways to keep our other kids feeling involved and appreciated and not neglected. Since this experience, we have partnered with Beehive Meals to provide healthy meal options for families, and we’ve engaged with community partners to build and create activity kits the whole family can be involved with. Since July of 2025, we have been able to deliver over 1500 meals and 200 stem kits and hope to be able to continue to provide this opportunity for these families.

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Recipient: Jonathan & Camille Lombardo

Donated By: Our Savior Lutheran Church

NOAH'S ARK

The Lombardo family faces an extraordinary challenge. Jonathan, a loving husband and father, was diagnosed with cancer in 2022 while Camille was pregnant with their youngest. Since then he has undergone multiple rounds of treatment every year, and with each recurrence the fight has grown harder. Camille stays home to care for their four children (ages 10, 8, 6, and 4) as the family navigates mounting medical bills while working to give their kids stability and love. Like Noah's family riding out the storm together, the Lombardos are holding on to the promise of the rainbow. Your bid on this Noah's Ark tree goes directly toward the family's medical bills. Help us show this incredible family that they're not alone in their fight.

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Recipient: Friends Against Family Violence

Donated By: Joslin Batty

Contributors: Ian Batty

SEUSSICAL CHARM AND HOLIDAY CHEER

With Seussical charm & holiday cheer
We plan to make a big difference this year!

When life gets topsy-turvy and the next step’s unclear
Everyone deserves safety & someone to care.

Friends Against Family Violence—FAFV for short— provides
Emergency shelter for a safe place to stay;
Safety planning & education to chart the way.
Advocacy offers support & care,
With resources, guidance, and someone who’s there.

Housing helps open the door
To a steadier future ready to explore.

You can help this important work grow,
Touching lives in ways you may never know.
A safe place to rest, a chance to feel strong,
And the comfort of knowing you’ve mattered all along.

From its tip-tippy top to each branch on display,
This tree holds a chance to spread kindness today!

So lead with your heart. Let generosity show—
Help safety take root & new possibilities grow.
Take home the fantastical, let compassion shine through—
A brighter beginning starts here with you!

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Recipient: Daughters of Utah Pioneers, Uintah Company

Donated By: Rafter Three Bars

CELEBRATING 125 YEARS

Daughters of the Future, Keepers of the Past. Daughters of Utah Pioneers was organized April 11, 1901. With 46 women, all of pioneer descent. The D U P constitution states the purpose of the organization is "to perpetuate the names and achievements of the men, women, and children who were the pioneers in founding this commonwealth by preserving old landmarks, marking historical places, collecting artifacts and histories, establishing a library of historical matter and securing manuscripts, photographs, and maps, and all such data as shall aid in perfecting a record of the Utah pioneers" The funds raised will be used for historical education and public events held at the museum and the maintenance of the museum, we are completely non-profit and non-sectarian. We seek to encompass a broad scope of services ranging from the preservation of 12 historical landmarks in Uintah County. DUP would like to thank the community for their support in keeping our museum free.

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Recipient: Mental Connection

Donated By: Uintah Basin Healthcare

MENTAL CONNECTION

Mental Connection is a collaborative effort between Uintah Basin Healthcare, Ashley Regional Medical Center, Northeastern Counseling Center, and TriCounty Health created to improve access to mental health resources throughout our community. MentalConnection.com now connects individuals and families with more than 50 local licensed mental health providers and has received more than 12,000 page views.

Funds raised through Trees for Charity will help Mental Connection continue growing awareness of this free community resource and the mental health services available close to home. By increasing outreach and visibility, we hope to reach more people throughout the Uintah Basin and make it easier for individuals and families to know where to turn when they need mental health support.

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Recipient: Jaelynn Heaton

Donated By: Revive Skincare and Laser Center

Contributors: Rosebud & Co. Foundation

MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT

The Field family has endured more loss than anyone should have to bear. Four years ago, shortly after moving to Vernal, they lost their father to cancer, and in August their mother passed away after her cancer battle as well. In just a few years, these 6 children have lost both parents and their lives have been turned upside down.

The oldest son and his newlywed wife have shown love and courage by stepping forward to raise his 3 youngest siblings and send 2 brothers on missions. Rather than beginning their marriage focused on building a life together, they opened their hearts and home to provide stability, care, and family.

Although none of this was in their playbook, they are supporting one another while grieving devastating loss and navigating finances, probate, guardianship, school, and housing.

Despite unimaginable heartache, they continue to demonstrate strength, compassion, and resilience, surrounded by a community that reminds them they are not alone in this new crazy life.

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Recipient: Tamara "Midge" Spaulding

Donated By: Kean Photo + Video

CARRIED BY HIS GRACE

On May 8, 2026 Kaleb Spaulding finished his shift at work and before heading home collapsed. Life saving measures were performed, but he passed away shortly after. Kaleb leaves behind his wife Midge and 4 children. JJ 18, Sterling 16, Zackary 7 and Zina 7.

For 20 years now we've decorated a tree in memory of our dad, husband and now grandpa Kevin Orr. At times it's felt like we've walked alone. During those times, I know we've been carried by our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Please help us help the Spaulding family by remembering Kaleb and our dad, Kevin.

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Recipient: Brooks Larsen - Mickenzie Larsen

Donated By: Wright Orthodontics

A LITTLE CHRISTMAS MAGIC

Brooks was born with bilateral clubfoot that causes both feet to turn inward and upward. His journey began when he was just 5 weeks old, with multiple sets of full-leg casts, braces designed to gradually stretch tight tendons and guide his feet into a more natural position.Brooks underwent surgery to achieve a lasting correction.He spent several more weeks in full-leg casts.Sadly six moths later his left foot began to regress,followed by his right.In August, he bagan weekly visits to Shriners Children and another series of full leg casts. Testing is now underway as his doctors work to understand why his feet continue to regress and determine the best path forward.Brooks is still a happy 4 year old boy who loves to play and explore. Even with full leg casts slowing him down, his determination and joyful spirit continue to shine. Donations will help medical care and future procedures for Brooks as he continue this uncertain journey to help this brave little boy get back on his feet.

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Recipient: Reach Out and Connect

Donated By: Reach Out and Connect

BUTTERFLY KISSES

BUTTERFLY KISSES is a celebration of second chances.

By using a little paint and glitter, lace and ribbons, and delicate flowers, every ornament on this tree has been repurposed and given a second chance to shine.

The charitable non-profit, Reach Out & Connect, believes people also deserve second chances. A coat of paint restores dignity. A safe entrance restores independence. A window replacing cardboard restores security. A stocked pantry relieves fear.

The elusive butterfly is our inspiration. It lands gently on a flower, gives it a kiss, and quietly flies away. We do much the same with people experiencing hardships, by providing what we can, then quietly leaving without recognition or applause.

The ‘second chance’ needs throughout Uintah County are greater than our resources. Please bid on BUTTERFLY KISSES and help us continue touching lives, one neighbor at a time.

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Recipient: Ronnie Lovato

Donated By: Carol Huff

Contributors: Carol Huff Employees

RONNIE'S COMEBACK -- ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL

Ronnie Lovato suffered a serious C1–4 spinal cord injury after a fall on December 19. He was life-flighted to University of Utah Hospital, where he spent five days in the ICU before transferring to Neilson Rehab for intensive physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Ronnie faces a long road of recovery and will be living with family as he continues healing. Funds raised through this tree will help ease the financial burden on Ronnie and his family so they can focus on his recovery and care. Ronnie’s Comeback celebrates his strength, family, friends, and community coming together to support him through this journey.

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Recipient: Uintah Schools Foundation

Donated By: Davis Food and Drug

OH HOLY NIGHT

The Uintah Schools Foundation is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization that raises money to support and enhance the education of students in the Uintah School District. Each year they donate thousands of dollars to the teachers in the school district to fund special projects such as classroom libraries, music supplies, art supplies, testing systems, sound systems, as well as everyday classroom supplies. They also provide a clearinghouse which carries thousands of free supplies for any teacher in the district.

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Recipient: Uintah Basin Area Veterans

Donated By: Uintah Basin Area Veterans (UBAV)

Contributors: Crissy Knibbe

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

UBAV is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and military families throughout the Uintah Basin. Our mission is to ensure those who served our country know they are valued, supported, and never forgotten. Through donations, volunteers, and community partnerships, we provide food, meals, clothing, school supplies, Christmas gifts, gas cards, and other essential assistance to veterans and their families. We also support suicide-prevention efforts, connect veterans with needed resources, and bring our veteran community together through activities and outreach. Whether it’s providing necessities, lending a helping hand, or simply being there when someone needs support, UBAV is committed to taking care of those who have sacrificed for us. They answered the call for our country. Now it’s our turn to answer theirs.

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Recipient: UProject

Donated By: UProject

Contributors: Marcie Buka, Heather Christensen

BRANCHES OF BELONGING

Branches of Belonging — Presented by UProject

UProject works to strengthen mental health, support suicide prevention, encourage recovery, and build connections throughout the Uintah Basin. We believe everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, and supported.

Our “Branches of Belonging” tree celebrates this mission with warm lights, cream flowers, and golden accents symbolizing hope and compassion. Each branch represents the people who make our community stronger, reminding us that everyone has a place to belong.

Funds raised will support mental health education, suicide prevention awareness, recovery support, and community activities that connect individuals and families with resources. Proceeds will also help support UProject’s planned June 2027 mental health conference, bringing community members and professionals together to learn and collaborate.

Your generosity helps turn hope into action.

Rooted in hope. Connected by community. Everyone belongs.

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Recipient: Soulful Strides Sanctuary

Donated By: Soulful Strides Sanctuary

Sponsored By: TJ Electric, Vernal Floral, Empowered Christians

HE RESTORES MY SOUL

Soulful Strides Sanctuary is a Christ-centered nonprofit where horses, connection, and faith create space for hope and healing. Each year, our reach continues to grow—and support from Trees for Charity has played an important role in making that possible. This year, we doubled our direct therapy hours, providing 60 scholarship-funded hours for individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. Last year's proceeds also helped provide more than 200 hours of equine-assisted group experiences for men and women in addiction recovery through Project Alley and Thompson House of Hope. We also hosted our first three-day immersive retreat for women in recovery, combining horses, faith, mind-body healing, wellness, nature, and connection to help women rediscover identity, hope, and purpose beyond addiction. Every tree purchased helps us reach more people and create more opportunities for healing.

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Recipient: Destiny Rollins

Donated By: Rocky Mountain Lube

Contributors: Syscom, Golden Graphics, PTTM Upholstery

FISHING FOR MORE MOMENTS

In 2016, at just 20, Destiny Rollins was diagnosed with breast cancer. She endured chemotherapy, a double mastectomy, radiation, and reconstruction— choosing to live fully.
She met Chase, built a family, and became mom to Asher and Ellie. For years, cancer was behind her. She was simply Mom—hiking, playing at the park, and teaching her kids to fish.
In February 2025, Destiny found a new lump. At 29, she was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer, it has spread to her liver, spine, and ribs.
Treatment brings fatigue, and medical bills continue to grow. Still, Destiny keeps showing up for her family and making memories whenever she can.
Her greatest wish is more time with Asher and Ellie, ages 3 and 4—more hikes, fishing trips, laughter, and bedtime stories. They don't see cancer. They just see Mom.
We're raising support to ease the financial burden and give Destiny more time to focus on her family, make memories, and simply be Mom.
For Asher. For Ellie. For Chase. For Destiny.

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Recipient: Brooke Lyman

Donated By: Sheri Allen

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Recipient: Adalea Wheeler, daughter of Brett and Marissa

Donated By: B&D RV Center and Ridgeline Motorsports

Contributors: Girlfriends 4 Life Friend Group

GINGERBREAD SPICE AND EVERYTHING NICE

Adalae is a 2-year-old little girl currently undergoing treatment for Rhabdomyosarcoma, an aggressive form of cancer. She is the daughter of Brett and Marissa Wheeler. Her treatment has required extensive medical care, hospital stays, appointments, procedures, and ongoing treatment-related expenses. Donations and financial assistance will help support Adalae and her family throughout her cancer treatment, including medical and household expenses, travel to and from treatment, lodging, meals, and other costs associated with her care. This support will help ease the financial burden on her family and allow them to focus on caring for Adalae and being by her side throughout her treatment and recovery.

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Recipient: Randy Alexander

Donated By: Tree Care Services

SADDLED WITH HOPE

On, June 24, Timberline Saddle Tree in Vernal, went up in flames. This family-owned business, 40+ years, lost its shop and nearly everything inside. Unfortunately, they did not have insurance coverage for the loss. they lost equipment, materials, tools and their building.
Today, the family is working to salvage what they can, rebuild their business.

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Recipient: Project Alley

Donated By: Larsen/Haslem Dental

WE CAME TO BELIEVE

Project Alley is a nonprofit organization. Our mission is to build and provide a spiritual-based sober living community and support system for women struggling with substance-use disorder, helping them transform into spiritually-minded, productive, and service-oriented individuals while staying connected with their families, homes, workplaces, and communities. We support women who are willing and ready to make positive changes, learn about their disorder, and work towards a sincere recovery program that enables them to reenter the community armed with the skills and tools they learn, so they can be productive, responsible individuals. "Out of the Shadows into the Light! There is a way out!"

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Recipient: Lola Fairey, daughter of Ean and Camryn

Donated By: PDK Management

Contributors: Rosebud & Co Foundation, Brylee Evans

SUGAR PLUM DREAMS

Lola Fairey was born March 24th, 2026. She was born to Ean and Camryn Fairey and is a fraternal twin to Levi Fairey. Lola unexpectedly left her physical body to return to her Heavenly Father on August 31st, 2026. We got five perfect months with her and would give anything to have her back. Lola was born, and just like that, our lives changed forever. She was always the sweetest, happiest baby, and would always light up any room she was in. Just like how she was born, Lola was usually the first to do anything. She would eat first, hit her milestones first, gained all of her weight back first, and would always fall asleep first. Lola’s favorite thing was to be with her family. That is where we should smile the most and the biggest. She loved to play and mess with Levi; you could tell she was the older of the two. Lola changed our lives forever; we will always love and cherish the time we were blessed with her.

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Recipient: Active Re-Entry

Donated By: JCN Trucking

COASTAL CHRISTMAS

Active Re-Entry is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit Center for Independent Living. It helps people with disabilities achieve or maintain self-sufficient, productive lives. Its programs promote the rights, dignity, independence, and quality of life of people with disabilities. Active Re-Entry serves individuals of all ages who live with disabilities.
Active Re-Entry serves people with disabilities in Duchesne, Uintah, and Daggett Counties. Core services include advocacy; information and referral; independent living skills training for youth and adults; nursing home transition and diversion; youth transition to postsecondary life; and peer support and counseling. Additional services include assistive technology, a durable medical
equipment loan bank, and support for people who have or are losing vision. State-funded assistive technology is available based on qualifying disability and income. All services and programs provided by Active Re-Entry are free of charge to the consumer.

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Recipient: Dylan Dolich

Donated By: Signature Cares Foundation

SEASON OF HOPE

While unloading his semi at a facility, a hose failed, spraying hydrochloric acid and causing severe chemical burns to Dylan’s face, eyes, and other areas of his body. Tragically, he has lost sight in one eye and sustained significant damage to the other.

Dylan is a devoted father of two who has always worked hard to provide for his family. As a CDL driver, his injuries may significantly impact his ability to return to the career he has dedicated himself to for years.

There are still many unknowns, but we know Dylan faces a long road to recovery. After leaving the hospital, he will need ongoing medical treatment, follow-up appointments, and continued care. Medical expenses, travel, lost income, and everyday household bills are creating an overwhelming financial burden for his family.

Thank you for standing beside Dylan and his family during this incredibly difficult time. Every donation, share, and kind thought means so much.

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Recipient: Friends of Uintah/Daggett Counties Children's Justice Center

Donated By: Friends of Uintah/Daggett Counties Children's Justice Center

THE CHRISTMAS WE REMEMBER

Every child deserves a safe childhood. The Friends of the Children’s Justice Center supports local children and families impacted by abuse and trauma while helping our community recognize, respond to, and prevent child abuse. Your support provides hope and healing for victims, strengthens families, and helps build a safer community for every child.

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Recipient: American Legion Post 11

Donated By: Brian Snow

Sponsored By: Brian Snow, Steve Breakfield

FAITH - LOVE - FREEDOM

American Legion Post 11 is a nonprofit organization of U.S. war veteran's headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, since 1919. It is made up of state, U.S. territory, and overseas departments, and these are in turn made up of local posts like here in Vernal American Legion Post 11.
They provide many services of support to Troops and family, helped local veterans within the Be the One initiative, reducing veterans suicide. Along with bringing workshops on Benefits, Education, Career and Financial. They sponsor many local activities: a Baseball Team, Boys State, Scholarships, Operation Comfort Warriors. Nationally help sponsor Legion Riders, National Convention and National Emergency Fund. They also provide all flags for Memorial Day, Veterans Day and Honor Guard, Color Guard in parades and Military Funeral Honors. The three big flags that fly out in front of the Uintah County building. American Legion Post 11 is A Community of Veterans serving Veterans, Military and their families.

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Recipient: White House Academy

Donated By: A.N.T. Field Services

Contributors: Katy Sayler

250 YEARS IN THE MAKING

Funds raised will go directly toward enhancing opportunities for the students of White House Academy. A portion of the funds will be used to purchase new recess and physical education equipment, giving students more opportunities to be active, build confidence, and enjoy healthy physical activity.

Funds will also support White House Academy’s drama program. Theater provides students with opportunities to develop creativity, communication skills, confidence, collaboration, and self-expression.

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Recipient: Vernal Rotary Club

Donated By: Shannon & Mindy Karren

THERE IS NO STRENGTH STRONGER THAN A WOMAN TO RISE

The Vernal Rotary Club was established in 1959. Our local area has certainly benefitted from those that have held membership and provided "Service Above Self". A 1987 Supreme Court Ruling directed that women could not be excluded from Rotary. In Vernal, women were allowed to join in1988. The Club took on whole new dynamic allowing women to serve beside men. We have served in many leadership positions with a strong emphasis on supporting our community with a focus on Women & Children's Health, Literacy and much more with a passion to change not only our community but perhaps change the world. We serve with passion to make a difference.

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Recipient: William Slaugh

Donated By: Pettit Pediatrics

Contributors: Alyson Slaugh, Amber Christofferson, Lillie Wallen, Holly Hacking, Mckendrie Murray, Julie Lyman

BUILD AND BELIEVE

Funds raised will go directly toward helping William and his family with the financial challenges that come with his diagnosis of Nephrotic Syndrome. Contributions will help cover medical bills, ongoing appointments and testing, medications, travel to and from Primary Children’s Hospital, and other necessary expenses related to William’s care.

Without health insurance, these unexpected costs can quickly become overwhelming. Our hope is to ease some of that financial burden so his family can focus on what matters most—supporting William and helping him stay healthy.

Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference. Thank you for surrounding William and his family with love, support, and hope as they navigate this journey together.

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Recipient: Trace Roundy

Donated By: Stealth Management/Vernal SpringHill Suites

Contributors: Wilkins Trams and Wilkins Family

A CHRISTMAS DREAM

Trace Roundy is a 13-year-old teen at Uintah Middle School. Trace has Intractable Epilepsy. Meaning medication cannot control the seizures. He suffered a brain injury at birth and has had seizures since he was 4 years old. Most days Trace has several seizures. Some are small and unnoticed and some are large and require medical attention and trips by ambulance to the hospital. Imagine being a teenage boy that loves baseball and basketball and just wants to be active and normal. Trace has spent weeks at Primary Children's hospital where doctors have run tests to try and help stop the seizures. Trace will undergo brain surgery in the next few months to place a responsive neurostimulation in his brain to hopefully stop the seizures. Trace has the biggest smile and to know him is to love him. Surgery will help Trace have a better quality of life that a smart, talented teenage boy deserves. The money raised will help with medical costs, transportation, and rehab.

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Recipient: Eric Billings

Donated By: Liberty Energy

KEVIN!

Wesley and Amanda dedicated their lives to serving our community both as EMTs, Wes as a firefighter and Amanda as a respiratory therapist at Ashley Valley Regional. In August 2023, their five children tragically lost their dad. Along with unimaginable grief, the family faced the loss of the trucking business Wes and Amanda had built and overwhelming financial hardship. Amanda did what she had always done, she stepped up. She fought to protect their home, rebuild stability, and help Erik, Charlotte, Raelynn, Evelyn, and Titus find their way forward. Just as life began to settle, another devastating blow came. In July 2025, Amanda was diagnosed with stage IV terminal breast cancer. Determined to remain here for her children, she fought courageously until her passing on September 24, 2026. After everything these five children have endured, we hope to honor Wesley and Amanda’s legacy by surrounding them with the same love and support their parents spent their lives giving to others.

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Recipient: Thompsen House of Hope

Donated By: Shannon & Mindy Karren

FAITH AND STRENGTH

Thompen House of Hope is a licensed Men's Addiction Recovery Home thats purpose is to help men struggling with drugs and alcohol find hope and healing through faith in Jesus Christ. Found in 2019 It has served over 200 men to accomplish recovery. It is supported by and through the community.Volunteers teach classes and life skills and the men in recovery also give back to the community.

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Recipient: American Legion Auxiliary Unit 11

Donated By: Adara Aesthetics

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT 11

The Auxiliary is dedicated to working with all Veterans and Active Military and their families. They also sponsor the Girls State Program, Americanism and the Youth Programs, and Poppy Distribution. They help in the community with various programs that are Veteran related such as fund raisers, school related activities thar are veteran focused, and the Uintah Basin Wide Veterans Food Pantry

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Recipient: Uintah Basin Widows

Donated By: Uintah Basin Widows

NO WIDOW WALKS ALONE

Uintah Basin Widows is a non profit organization made up of local widows. Leaning on each other through the most horrible tragedy of our lives, we provide each other support that only other widows can give. We are a group of women who love to help and serve one another, and keep the memories of our husbands alive. Funds used from this tree will allow us to help local widows financially when needed. There are a lot of unexpected expenses that come with widowhood, and we will use the funds to help alleviate that stress for those who need it.

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Recipient: Sgt Daniel Gurr Benefit Fund

Donated By: Sgt Daniel Gurr Benefit Fund

ADVENTURE IN THE BASIN

SGT Daniel Gurr was born and raised in the Uintah Basin and loved adventures outdoors. He loved his community, family, friends and his country. He loved 4-wheeling, camping, hunting, fishing and hiking. He joined the Marines at 17 years old and left for bootcamp right after graduation from Uintah High School. Daniel became a Force Recon Marine and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. He volunteered to serve in Afghanistan during the Global War on Terror (GWOT) and was killed in action in Helmand Province on August 5th, 2011. To honor his memory and his love of the Basin we have created this tree of the adventures everyone can enjoy in the amazing place we call home. Your charitable donation will stay in the Basin and will go towards maintenance and improvements to the veterans memorial at the Vernal Cemetery, the placement of Christmas wreaths on all veterans headstones at all cemeteries, and continued scholarships for high school students of future generations in Daniel's name.

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Recipient: Ashlyn Emmons

Donated By: Tony and Marisa Bernard

SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS

Our children deserve better!

In one devastating moment, Ashlyn’s life changed forever. A motorcycle accident took Jayk’s life and left Ashlyn fighting to recover from a broken pelvis, tibia/ankle and fractures in her lower spine. Due to the severity of her injuries, she was flown by helicopter to a specialty hospital, where she spent two days in the ICU, underwent surgery and remained hospitalized for weeks. She then continued intensive physical, occupational and speech therapy before finally returning home. Ashlyn still faces a long road ahead, with limited mobility, ongoing pain and recurring nightmares that make even a full night’s sleep difficult. She remains unable to work and continues to rely on crutches and a wheelchair while attending doctor appointments and therapy. Along with grieving the heartbreaking loss of Jayk, she is facing mounting medical expenses, copays and costs not covered by insurance. Every bit of support helps ease that burden while Ashlyn works to rebuild her life.

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Recipient: Betsi Magee Memorial Scholarship Fund

Donated By: Betsi Magee Memorial Scholarship Fund

Contributors: JD and Carissa Magee Family, Sean and Kriston Lytle Family, Zack and Alexandria Vernon Family, Jamey Magee

CHRISTMAS AT GRANDMA'S

The Betsi Ra Magee Memorial Scholarship Foundation honors the life and legacy of Betsi Ra Magee, a beloved member of the Uintah Basin community known for her compassion, generosity, faith, steadfast love, and commitment to helping others. The Foundation provides scholarships to graduating high school seniors throughout the Uintah Basin who are pursuing college, university, technical, trade, vocational, or other postsecondary education and training. Scholarships recognize students who reflect the qualities Betsi lived so well: kindness, integrity, perseverance, love, generosity, and service to others. Funds raised through Trees for Charity will be used to provide scholarships that help local students pursue their educational and career goals while encouraging them to continue strengthening and serving the communities Betsi loved.

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Recipient: Stephanie Bills

Donated By: Uintah High Student Council

STILL BLOOMING

In October 2025, Stephanie’s life changed when she was diagnosed with Stage II triple-negative breast cancer, an aggressive type of breast cancer that can be more difficult to treat. What followed was a year she never could have imagined.
Stephanie began chemotherapy and immunotherapy in November and spent the next several months in treatment. There were difficult days, hospital stays, hair loss, and plenty of unexpected challenges along the way. In May 2026, she underwent a bilateral mastectomy and received incredible news: her treatment had worked extremely well. Her lymph nodes were clear, and only a tiny amount of cancer remained.
Her journey isn’t finished yet. Stephanie is currently completing additional chemotherapy and immunotherapy, which she expects to finish in January 2027. She will then undergo reconstructive surgery in March.