12/25/2025
Dear Community Members,
Over the past few days, we’ve received incredible engagement and heartfelt responses surrounding our Christmas Miracle initiative.
Our post has reached over 10,000 viewers, with more than 85% expressing overwhelming encouragement, warmth, and support. For that, we are deeply grateful.
We also recognize that around 15% of the feedback we received expressed concerns that were difficult to hear—but important for us to listen to. Our original intent has always been simple and sincere: to do something meaningful, something kind, and something grand enough to make a very special woman—who lost her husband 24 years ago—feel loved, supported, and seen this Christmas season.
After reflecting carefully on the feedback shared by the community, we have decided to move forward with delivering our Christmas Miracle as planned; however, we will no longer be inviting the news media or law enforcement to join us during the event. While our intentions were rooted in celebration and community spirit, we understand how the presence of media could shift the perception of what this effort is truly about.
We take every comment seriously. We read each one. We grow from them. As a team with a growth mindset, we recognize there are areas we can improve, and we are grateful for the opportunity to learn from this experience.
With that said, our commitment to serving others remains unwavering. In 2026 and beyond, we will continue to help those in need. We will continue to identify individuals who truly cannot afford our services and provide assistance at no cost. We will continue to give back—but with an even more thoughtful approach moving forward.
Tomorrow, on Christmas Day, we will deliver this Christmas Miracle quietly, respectfully, and from the heart. Following this, we do plan to share what we are able to capture, so that our community—who helped inspire and uplift this effort—can still share in the joy of what was accomplished.
Thank you for your continued support, trust, and honest feedback. We look forward to a meaningful Christmas, a successful delivery of this miracle, and a prosperous and compassionate 2026 alongside this community.
Warm regards,
Washington Tree Services
Original post for reference: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17WnKHjMgf/