Mercy Foundation

32nd Festival of Trees

Festival of Trees Gala 2025
Saturday, December 6, 2025

Silver Bell Luncheon – Thursday, December 4, 2025

This luncheon for up to 400 guests, features both silent and oral auctions with entertainment from a fun and engaging performer.

 

A Home for the Holidays – Thursday, December 4, 2025

Home for the Holidays ensures our most vulnerable children in the foster care system have the chance to experience the magic of the holidays. Mercy Foundation, and our partners, host a night for 400 foster children and their foster-families, where they are treated to dinner and an evening of games and fun activities.  Each child also receives a holiday gift and visit from Santa Claus.  We believe Every Kid Counts.

Community Day – Friday, December 5, 2025

This special opportunity offers the chance to view the festival trees, enjoy entertainment and learn about the services and resources available for Douglas County citizens and their families.  The event draws up to 500 guests and features 30 vendors. 

 

Gala Dinner and Auction – Saturday, December 6, 2025

The Gala brings 700+ guests together to enjoy a gourmet buffet dinner, Buy it Now silent auction and oral auction with unique trees ranging in style from elegant chic to traditional.  Following the auction, music and dancing cap off the evening’s festivities. 

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