A single dad in need of beds is at work when he receives an unexpected surprise from a Secret Santa

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  • Опубликовано: 14 дек 2023
  • #eastidahonews #secretsanta #surprise
    The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping a local Secret Santa give $1 million to deserving people in eastern Idaho this holiday season.
    Sal and his three children live in a two-bedroom apartment and he works full time as a single dad. Several years ago, he was working out of town and didn't get to see his kids often. After missing too many of his son's football games, he made the decision to take a job in eastern Idaho with less pay in order to be present in his kids' lives. He goes to work early on days the kids have sporting events so he can be there to support them. He also helps others whenever there is a need, like giving rides to other kids, filming the games for the coaches or patching up injured football players.
    Last month, Sal's father passed away in his sleep unexpectedly. Sal took a week off of work to go to California and pack up his now-widowed mother (who needs full-time care due to her declining health) and his younger brother.
    While they are looking for a bigger place, they are all staying in the apartment. Sal's brother is in the apartment all day and night in order to care for their mom while Sal is back at work. They cannot afford new beds and rearranged the house in order to make everyone as comfortable as possible. Sal is sleeping on a broken bed.
    Secret Santa asked the East Idaho News elves to pay Sal a visit and surprise him with an early Christmas gift. Watch the video in the player above!
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Комментарии • 209

  • @jo8726t
    @jo8726t 5 месяцев назад +266

    Taking care of his Mom. What a good son. So glad Secret Santa helped him.

    • @cjhoward409
      @cjhoward409 5 месяцев назад +26

      My 90 year old dad lives with me and my husband. It’s an honor to take care of him 🥰

    • @marygoff3332
      @marygoff3332 5 месяцев назад +10

      ​@@cjhoward409❤

  • @kens.3729
    @kens.3729 4 месяца назад +3

    Another Hero taking Care of his Mom, 29-year old Brother and three (3) Kids in a 2-Bedroom Apartment. 👍🙏

  • @paulajackson8416
    @paulajackson8416 5 месяцев назад +218

    Hard working provider needs a comfortable bed for a good nights sleep. 👍❤️

  • @ms.cellaneous7458
    @ms.cellaneous7458 5 месяцев назад +146

    Taking care of his mom, brother and three kids and still, he has a big ol' smile on his face. He so deserves this help. Thank you once again for your generosity Secret Santa. You spread the spirit of Christmas over and over again. Thanks to Nate and helpers also. Merry Christmas everyone. 🎀🎀🎅🎅🎄🎄

    • @river8760
      @river8760 5 месяцев назад +2

      Merry Christmas to you too. 🎅🧑🏻‍🎄

    • @ms.cellaneous7458
      @ms.cellaneous7458 5 месяцев назад +2

      ​@@river8760Thank you, River.🎄

    • @juliamclane8319
      @juliamclane8319 5 месяцев назад

      I agree! He so deserved this help. 3:16

  • @richie0051
    @richie0051 5 месяцев назад +141

    The Gift Of Giving, Secret Santa Has Changed so Many Lives And Helped So many People. God Bless Secret Santa.

  • @jenihansen7201
    @jenihansen7201 5 месяцев назад +54

    So glad that a man is taking care of his mom and brother and his children. Thank you Secret Santa.

  • @swimmingturtle00
    @swimmingturtle00 5 месяцев назад +1

    Millennial Gen Y here, I’m a first generation college graduate who did it all alone as a young adult. Took a lot longer than others to financially do it alone (no scholarships) and have a place to live. 7 days a week non-stop work and school for years at university after a long path at community college part-time . I would often budget with $1 left in my account before my paycheck so I could eat. This hardship paid off and I live in Los Angeles now beyond my dreams. This man is already blessed with a family and caring mindset. May this kind gesture bless this man’s family on their life journey forward✌️❤

  • @ruthallen1159
    @ruthallen1159 5 месяцев назад +2

    Such a humble man. So deserving

  • @5thdimension625
    @5thdimension625 5 месяцев назад +1

    I sure hope this guy continues to get the help he needs. He’s the giver.

  • @awesomeisasawesomedoesyo182
    @awesomeisasawesomedoesyo182 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you Secret Santa! He deserves it.

  • @Magazinelady
    @Magazinelady 5 месяцев назад +26

    Thank you Secret Santa for helping this man provide for his family.

  • @teresam2261
    @teresam2261 5 месяцев назад +1

    What a great father, son and brother. Thank you Secret Santa!

  • @poca723
    @poca723 5 месяцев назад +100

    I hope Sal and his family see many blessings as he definitely seems like a hard working man supporting his family.

  • @amyperkins2008
    @amyperkins2008 5 месяцев назад +47

    I love in Ohio, and I've been following your news channel for years. I found your channel when I was homeless, addicted to drugs, and had no hope. Your channel showed me that good people do still exist in this world. I have been sober 5 years now and am working to give back myself, as an addiction counselor...helping people the way somebody helped me. I continue to look forward to and watch your videos year after year...to keep seeing the beautiful blessing these much deserving people receive. I would LOVE to see an update on these families, as I'm sure so many others would as well. These are truly life changing gifts, and it's live to see stories of those who strived afterwards. Also, and I'm not sure how this would every happen, but I would absolutely love to ride along for a Secret Santa giveaway. I've never been to Idaho, but to participate in such a blessing...that would be the greatest blessing of all.

    • @bradbundy1471
      @bradbundy1471 5 месяцев назад +19

      Congrats on your sobriety and also you giving back to those addicted. You are also a great Santa in your own way. Well Done! 🤠🧑‍🦰🎄🎄 🎼

    • @sophiabright8371
      @sophiabright8371 5 месяцев назад +1

      Sending you love & so much respect!
      I'm not a Xtian, but I know love when I see it! These are my favorite videos. I love Nate (& team!), I love Secret Santa & I love and adore all the recipients!
      Happy holidays from an old Grinch Lady!
      😊😅😊❤😊😅😊

  • @jcspider7259
    @jcspider7259 5 месяцев назад +2

    Now THAT'S a wonderful man. You got another one right, Secret Santa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @sandyoklahomatransient8557
    @sandyoklahomatransient8557 5 месяцев назад +19

    Thank You Secret Santa For Helping This Family❤

  • @serena1261
    @serena1261 5 месяцев назад +34

    I think those people who select a person/family to receive a Secret Santa are very special and go unnoticed. I just wanted to give some praise to them as well!. You have a huge community of caring people in Idaho. Well Done! Merry Christmas! ♥️

  • @jacquicoder7160
    @jacquicoder7160 5 месяцев назад +1

    Three kids, his mom and brother, all in a 2 bedroom apartment. He is indeed in need of some help and I am thankful that Secret Santa sent some things that might ease the burden. He is a great father, son, and brother.

  • @ediebaxter4653
    @ediebaxter4653 5 месяцев назад +1

    The 29 old brother must moved in with his parents, in order help take care of their mom. Hope someone sees this, and finds them a bigger place they can live. Prayers

  • @rosg1746
    @rosg1746 5 месяцев назад +33

    A true gentleman.

  • @aftersexhighfives
    @aftersexhighfives 5 месяцев назад +3

    Sweet man was trying so hard to not cry, his hands were shaking. What a blessing. ❤🎉 Well deserved. I hope he gets much better sleep very soon!

  • @nicklager1666
    @nicklager1666 5 месяцев назад +32

    I love these simple gifts. I remember a few seasons back how much it meant to a gentleman in a wheelchair to get a fence so his dog could run outside in the yard with its energy. Same here its so easy to be blind to the comforts we have yet when you need them and have limited funds something like this really makes a difference.

    • @debraallen63
      @debraallen63 5 месяцев назад

      Amen 🙌🙏
      Well said 👍😊
      Blessings 🙏

  • @BabyJages
    @BabyJages 5 месяцев назад +17

    He seems like such a nice guy! You can tell he’s got a gentle and caring spirit.

  • @susanstancliff2937
    @susanstancliff2937 5 месяцев назад +60

    He deserves this! That will make them feel cozy to stock up on food and have comfortable beds or couches! Thanks Secret Santa and Nate and the Crew! You guys really know how to warm hearts! God bless you all!🙏❤️🎼🕊

  • @skywalkerranch
    @skywalkerranch 5 месяцев назад +2

    Sal is the son all mothers wish they had and the friend you wish you had. A true gentleman. God bless him and his family, Nate and his team, and all their families and, of course, Secret Santa, too.

  • @gloriaorth4628
    @gloriaorth4628 5 месяцев назад +16

    Thanks for posting these videos. I live in Italy and these videos are uploaded in the morning. Starting my morning with kindness, positivity and love. ❤

    • @marycook1644
      @marycook1644 5 месяцев назад

      🐑🌟🎶 Merry Christmas to you and your family from California !! 🕊️

  • @JackieOgle
    @JackieOgle 5 месяцев назад +1

    Oh my goodness. These are the people who need help the most! God bless this man who is selfless. ❤❤❤

  • @bettycogswell9851
    @bettycogswell9851 5 месяцев назад +18

    God bless this man who is obviously a family man. Thank you Secret Santa.

  • @katbar6066
    @katbar6066 5 месяцев назад

    He looked so thrilled with the first gift that even if he hadn't received more he was more than happy.

  • @Psychiatricnerd
    @Psychiatricnerd 5 месяцев назад +1

    Now this a solid dude. Taking care of him fam and working hard. Prayers for Sal and his family.

  • @leahsjovold8296
    @leahsjovold8296 5 месяцев назад +5

    This makes my heart so happy. This man and his family are so deserving.

  • @scrappingscootergirl
    @scrappingscootergirl 5 месяцев назад +1

    What a great father and a lovely man! So sorry to hear about his dad! So happy you are blessing them!

  • @Airamimosa
    @Airamimosa 5 месяцев назад +13

    Hard working man with a big o smile, well deserved!
    🎅You're the best, may God keep you healthy n more wealthy to continue sharing it with the less fortunate🙏🏻muchisimas gracias🎅🤗

  • @PeacefulTraveller888
    @PeacefulTraveller888 5 месяцев назад +1

    He is a lovely gentle soul. I think he was amazed with the $2k for groceries. They must surely need a lot. I hope they do well with all their purchases 💰😊❤️🙏🏻

  • @jimmyhoffa2458
    @jimmyhoffa2458 5 месяцев назад +1

    What a kind loving dad, son and brother he is taking care of his family. They come first in his life.
    Thank you Secret Santa for all your help in providing for
    Sal and his family.
    GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

  • @margiemayhew5214
    @margiemayhew5214 5 месяцев назад

    Oh my. What a wonderful son. He is very deserving of gifts from Secret Santa!

  • @karenmuller7616
    @karenmuller7616 5 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks Secret Santa! 😊⛄🎄❄

  • @sandeedobberstine5591
    @sandeedobberstine5591 5 месяцев назад +25

    Good man. Hope his Christmas is happy ❤

  • @AudiophileTubes
    @AudiophileTubes 5 месяцев назад +2

    HALF THIS COUNTRY needs a 'Secret Santa', it seems!

  • @silviaquesada2499
    @silviaquesada2499 5 месяцев назад +7

    with his sons, his brother and his mother all in a two bedroom apartment? Amazing! I hope he gets bunk beds for his sons and his brother and a murphy bed for himself. Secret Santa really made a difference in their lives.

  • @joeheid2776
    @joeheid2776 5 месяцев назад

    That's a real man.

  • @Mammaj1963
    @Mammaj1963 5 месяцев назад +1

    Poor guy needs a bigger apartment, for all those people

  • @ONNpankaj
    @ONNpankaj 5 месяцев назад +26

    Secret Santa, EIN and all others valuable person precious work always and Love from Bharat (India) 🇮🇳

  • @cherylf.4616
    @cherylf.4616 5 месяцев назад +5

    Thank You for helping Sal, Secret Santa! You could tell he was grateful!

  • @annamaria8755
    @annamaria8755 5 месяцев назад +3

    This will help him and his family so much

  • @debraallen63
    @debraallen63 5 месяцев назад +5

    Now there's a real man with a big heart ❤️
    Gid bless him and his family 🙏💕🙏
    Thanks and blessings to Secret Santa, EIN, NATE and Crew and ALL involved 🙏💞🙏

  • @eunicetamay6878
    @eunicetamay6878 5 месяцев назад +16

    Such a loving and caring son, brother and father. 💗💗💗
    God bless you, sir!!! 🙏🙏🙏
    Thank you Secret Santa!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @marypscreationsandmoreprog4316
    @marypscreationsandmoreprog4316 5 месяцев назад +35

    Praise God!!!
    Thank you Secret Santa!!!

  • @Ze2Be
    @Ze2Be 5 месяцев назад

    The world needs more Secret Santa’s❣️

  • @tammypearce7491
    @tammypearce7491 5 месяцев назад +5

    Thank you Secret Santa 🤶 🧑‍🎄

  • @debcomly2481
    @debcomly2481 5 месяцев назад +8

    You can hear in his voice how sweet he is ❤❤ Good job Secret Santa ❤❤❄️⛄🌲

  • @laurabell48
    @laurabell48 5 месяцев назад +5

    I love Nate, East Idaho News, and Secret Santa, thank you all for everything you do

  • @joi3296
    @joi3296 5 месяцев назад +1

    He’ll be sleeping better tonight❤️

  • @conniewaterman1673
    @conniewaterman1673 5 месяцев назад +35

    Thank you so much to Secret Santa and East Idaho News! What you do is just wonderful! May God bless this good man and his family.❤🙏

  • @deborahaviles708
    @deborahaviles708 5 месяцев назад +18

    Omg, Sal is a saint! I mean, seriously, who does what he does & he does it with a smile on his face? I absolutely adore his big heart & fabulous spirt! What a bright light he is. I hope more people beyond secret Santa help this man. That's the fullest two bedroom apartment ever & he's just taking it all in stride. Thank you, Sal, for showing us all what "A life of Love & Loyalty" looks like & as outrageous as it sounds, your smile tells us a very different story. Thanks to all at East Idaho News, Lovable Nate & Crew & extra hugs to Sal & his secret Santa 🎅 🧑‍🎄 ❤

  • @Backstagemom3701
    @Backstagemom3701 5 месяцев назад +6

    Secret Santa is the bomb dignity. ❤

  • @thereds1959
    @thereds1959 5 месяцев назад

    What a loving son he is. ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

  • @river8760
    @river8760 5 месяцев назад +1

    Lovely guy, so happy for him, and I hope this alleviates a ton of stress for him. Wishing you many comfy nights of sleep, Salvador!

  • @jennifermarks2807
    @jennifermarks2807 5 месяцев назад +4

    Secret Santa and east Idaho News,,Thank you for making a difference in people’s lives in this great time of need. Youse also make a difference in my life and so many others as I watch this every morning and when I’m down. I realize I am so blessed and I honestly go out and pay it forward Your chain reaction of love is contagious..I wish more people and news stations would do this every year as sooo many people are in need ❤❤❤❤Bless your 💕 hearts. 🥰 ❤❤❤❤

  • @CatCmdr
    @CatCmdr 5 месяцев назад +1

    I hope he gets himself a new bed. ❤

  • @Happy-qe2ri
    @Happy-qe2ri 5 месяцев назад +6

    I just love this!!!! What a wonderful man! Thank you so much, Secret Santa!!!!

  • @allisontaylor1818
    @allisontaylor1818 5 месяцев назад +8

    His energy is pure and authentic, what a lovely surprise for a beautiful family who can now enjoy and relax and sleep well❤ . Thanks SS

  • @myrakillough8575
    @myrakillough8575 5 месяцев назад +3

    I’ve been watching these for years because it just warms my heart so much! I just wish I had the money to start a program like this where I live. Which is North Chesterfield, Virginia outside the city of Richmond. I wish people would see this and start Secret Santa programs everywhere. You bless so many this time of year including this wonderful man. I think you have one of the best jobs around! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @marthayoung2308
    @marthayoung2308 5 месяцев назад +7

    Thank you, Nate, East Idaho News, and Secret Santa. ❤

  • @donnanickerson7156
    @donnanickerson7156 5 месяцев назад +45

    Absolutely amazing what you guys do xx

  • @ladyjane5401
    @ladyjane5401 5 месяцев назад

    Outstanding! Thank you Secret Santa! ❤🙏

  • @valerielihou5494
    @valerielihou5494 5 месяцев назад +19

    Another awesome gift from Secret Santa! Merry Christmas to this family and of course Secret Santa!❤️🇨🇦❤️

  • @suehofkamp8594
    @suehofkamp8594 5 месяцев назад +1

    That’s what I call tickled pink. Love his smile. Thank you Secret Santa for lightening his burdens and bringing Christmas joy to him and his family.

  • @BonnieKetterman-qw8vd
    @BonnieKetterman-qw8vd 5 месяцев назад +27

    Praying for this dear family.

  • @michaelohare6555
    @michaelohare6555 5 месяцев назад +1

    These stories are so incredible!

  • @brendakerr7833
    @brendakerr7833 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you Secret Santa

  • @poppykok5
    @poppykok5 5 месяцев назад +6

    Sal comes across as such a kindhearted & likable fellow...God bless him & his big family!!! Thank you so much Secret Santa for showing him that he & his family are "loved" & really cared about!!!! ❤🎅🏻🎄

  • @annetedder8202
    @annetedder8202 5 месяцев назад

    So many unsung heros.

  • @dianaspy6733
    @dianaspy6733 5 месяцев назад +2

    Your awesome Secret Santa! 🖖✨🌹

  • @gregandblakeharris6691
    @gregandblakeharris6691 5 месяцев назад +2

    Praying for your family Sal🙏❤️🙏

  • @frodeskibrek
    @frodeskibrek 5 месяцев назад +2

    Bless you,Salvador.

  • @art3mis290
    @art3mis290 5 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome dude looking out for extended family, he will have to move I am sure 2 bedrooms not enough! Bless you Secret Santa Nate and gang he will blow through those gift cards real quick!

  • @loveforeignaccents
    @loveforeignaccents 5 месяцев назад +4

    God bless Sal and his family, Secret Santa, the EIN crew, and all of us loyal watchers, too!!
    Have a great weekend, everybody!

  • @homeworshipwithmartyandamy7754
    @homeworshipwithmartyandamy7754 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you for sharing another blessing!

  • @user-pk5lc8ek5w
    @user-pk5lc8ek5w 5 месяцев назад

    God Bless you all involved every year I watch Secret Santa ❤🙏🙏 love from Ohio

  • @oiaiofoster4775
    @oiaiofoster4775 5 месяцев назад +7

    I Thank You Nate, The Idaho News Crew & Especially To The Secret Santa for Making it All Possible with All Y'All Heartwarming Christmas Videos & Also to Nate & The Idaho News Crew on Feel Good Friday Or Any News Coming Out from Idaho. God Bless Y'All for Inspiring Me throughout the years through All of Y'All Touching News & Videos. Merry Christmas 2023 & A Safe & Blessed New Year 2024.

  • @ariellesoullighting4309
    @ariellesoullighting4309 5 месяцев назад +1

    Wow! What a mensch! 👏👏👏👏

  • @Honeybee-ym5vi
    @Honeybee-ym5vi 5 месяцев назад +1

    So happy to see Sal receive these presents!!! Thank you Secret Santa!! Hope Sal's newly increased family and he have a merry, merry Christmas and the new year brings them a bigger place to live and much hope for the future!

  • @JaeA-zy9zr
    @JaeA-zy9zr 5 месяцев назад +3

    Way to go Idaho. It's good to see good people being recognised. What an amazing selfless man whose Christmas meal just got an upgrade. Thanks for sharing Idaho.
    God bless you all and Merry Christmas to everyone. Don't shoot all my deer.

  • @omie5763
    @omie5763 5 месяцев назад

    This is a blessing. Watch each year from South Carolina.

  • @jkw61
    @jkw61 5 месяцев назад

    Hope they find a bigger home in the new year. Great help to them now.

  • @evelynlee1807
    @evelynlee1807 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you Secret Santa for helping this precious family. God bless ya'll!

  • @cherylb6755
    @cherylb6755 5 месяцев назад +2

    Dear Sal and Family~ May these Secret Santa gifts help make for brighter Happy Merry Christmas Holidays for you all! And may 2024 be even better! Here’s to a new place with loads of beds…. 😉
    🎄🎁🌌🎆🌅🎉🥂💫💖
    Thank you Secret Santa, Nate, and Elves! Wouldn’t it be fun to go on their shopping spree with them?!

  • @StephenConnor1940sEvents
    @StephenConnor1940sEvents 5 месяцев назад

    Beautiful To See !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @leesmith4028
    @leesmith4028 5 месяцев назад +1

    This channel is sent by god ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @macsloan58
    @macsloan58 5 месяцев назад

    The smile says it all. Isn’t the saying “A smile is worth a thousand words?” 😏🤔😁

  • @fire12731
    @fire12731 5 месяцев назад +2

    Bless you Sal & your family

  • @leviholliday4879
    @leviholliday4879 4 месяца назад

    Great show amazing selfless humans

  • @maddieadams75
    @maddieadams75 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you Secret Santa, Nate and EIN crew. Merry Christmas and blessed New Year. 🎅❄️🦌⛄️🛷🫎🎄❤️🙏

  • @43037
    @43037 5 месяцев назад

    Sals smile said it all❤

  • @gingerbird5929
    @gingerbird5929 5 месяцев назад

    I wish they could move into a four bedroom home/apartment. It is so hard to be a giving person when the demands get as big as this man's.

  • @fawnjenkins7266
    @fawnjenkins7266 5 месяцев назад

    God bless you and your family, Sal! ❤

  • @janicecanfield9211
    @janicecanfield9211 5 месяцев назад +5

    👋 Sal,
    What a nice smile you have, I could see the thanks there.
    Big family, Merry Christmas to you all.
    Love Nate, EIN, Secret Santa 🎅, Crew and Emmy, too.
    Hohoho to all

  • @debsmith4058
    @debsmith4058 5 месяцев назад +4

    We love you Sal, your an awesome man♥️ Secret Santa you are amazing ♥️ hey Nate and crew thank you ♥️ love to Idaho from Southwest Oklahoma ♥️

  • @tpenquin.
    @tpenquin. 5 месяцев назад +2

    What a great guy! He was so happy’ thank you secret Santa and to Nate! ❤