Best Christmas Ever began in 2010 with Don, a single father battling a chronic disease. Unable to provide gifts for his son, he was surprised by relatives with gifts and Christmas cheer.

What could have been the worst Christmas ever, quickly became the “Best Christmas Ever.” Moved by the generosity of others and the desire to pay it forward, Don and his lifelong friend Jason rallied a small group of friends together to give a surprise Best Christmas Ever to a local family.

The number of families who have received a Best Christmas Ever has continued to grow throughout the United States, Canada and Costa Rica.

Best Christmas Ever is now coming to Carbon County and the surrounding area.

The mission is to provide hope and make this Christmas the Best Christmas Ever for a deserving family in our community. The goal is to provide each member of a selected family with 5 to 10 plus a monetary gift up to $5,000.

The monetary gift is earmarked to household bills, utility bills, vehicle expenses, or approved major needs of the family.

The selected family will also be enrolled in financial wellness and healthy living classes.

Upon completion, addition money will be awarded to recipients.

Six ways you can help:

1. Nominate a family in need. Nominations close Monday. Go to https://www.bcemovement.org/nominate-a-family-.

2. Financial support: All donations can be made directly to BCE.

3. Donations of gifts: You can help by donating new/unused items or special experiences from our wishing list.

4. Prayers: Your thoughts and prayers go a long way to helping.

5. Volunteer: You can help by volunteering your time to help wrap gifts, organize the “drop” of presents, and/or help with fundraising.

Message the organization on Facebook or by phone 570-778-4551 if interested.

https://www.facebook.com/BCE.GreaterCarbonCounty/