Tree sales benefit Tri-Town YMCA programs

When does a Christmas tree spread joy well beyond the holidays? When it's a Tri-Town YMCA Christmas tree.

Tri-Town Christmas trees sold through Saturday, Dec. 24, are giving trees that make a difference year round. All proceeds from Christmas trees purchased from Tri-Town YMCA will benefit youth, senior and family programs, like stamping out hunger in the after-school programs by partnering with Northern Illinois Food Bank to provide nutritious meals.

The tree sale also allows Tri-Town to address growing educational needs. The money generated from selling trees enables the organization to bring into the classroom additional lessons devoted to science, technology, engineering and math.

"It's a win-win holiday scenario," said Joanne Mitrenga, Tri-Town's executive director. "Families can purchase beautiful Christmas trees knowing that they are helping many people in the community enjoy better lives. It has become a wonderful tradition for many."

Tri-Town's annual Christmas Tree Sale is in the Lombard Dairy Queen parking lot, 205 S. Main St. Lot hours are 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

Scotch pines, Douglas and Fraser firs as well as balsam trees are available, starting at $39. Wreaths are available in three sizes. For information or to volunteer at the tree lot, contact Lynn Contri at (630) 629-9622 or operations@tritownymca.org.