Donate a Tree, Wreath, or Basket

Our beautiful holiday tree, wreath, and basket raffles are known around the area for their beauty, creativity, and spectacular prizes! Wilmington has never disappointed; we are sure this year will be no different.

It takes 100-120 donations to fill the hall. Can you help us out?

No donation is too small. Consider putting something together with your family, neighbors, friends, a club or sports team, or from your business or organization. The possibilities are limitless; get creative! All donations are tax-deductible, and monies raised will be used to fund our holiday gift program and other goodwill initiatives.  

We will award ribbons to donations in the following categories: Best Use of Theme, Best Mini/Tabletop Tree, Best Wreath, Most Creative/Unique Tree, Best Alternative Tree, Fan Favorite, and Best in Show. 

Donations must be registered in advance by Friday, November 29, 2024.

• Trees must be artificial, fire retardant, and in good condition. Previously used trees MUST NOT be broken, spray painted, or musty-smelling.
• Due to the ceiling height in the hall, trees should not exceed 7.5 ft tall.
• When donating gift cards, scratch tickets, or cash, please decorate your tree with copies. Upon check-in, we will collect, catalog, and store the originals off-site for safekeeping.
• When possible, donations should be lighted.
• Bring scissors, tape, hooks, and any other supplies you need for decorating. We can share what we have in a pinch, but we won’t have enough supplies for everyone. 
• All extension cords will be provided.
• Include a tree skirt or decorations under your tree to mask electrical wires. Trees, decorations, and items placed under the tree are considered part of the donation and will be raffled off with the tree.
• Leave boxes and packaging for the new owner to ensure all decorations are protected and intact.
• Take all trash and extra decorations with you when you leave.
• Keep a record of expenses and save receipts for tax purposes. 
• Be creative! Ribbons are awarded to the best trees in a variety of categories!

Donation setup will occur on Tuesday, December 3, 12 PM – 8 PM and Wednesday, December 4, 10 AM – 8 PM.

Sign-up for a setup time is required for all floor-sized and table-top donations that require decorating. A sign-up link will be emailed to you after you register your donation. Wreath and basket donors can drop in anytime during setup hours, no signup is necessary. 

All donors must check in at the front desk in the lobby upon arrival. A volunteer will provide you with a ticket bucket, donor card, and labels for your boxes. An escort will bring you to your assigned location.