December 05, 2025 - Lansdale, PA
At one of four Pennsylvania 'Trees for Troops' donation sites, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, First Lady Lori Shapiro, and Deputy Adjutant General - Army Maj. Gen. Michael E. Wegscheider encouraged Pennsylvanians to donate Christmas trees to brighten the holidays of active-duty military and their families. The cabinet members cut down a few trees and joined service members loading trucks with donated trees at Bustard's Christmas Trees in Lansdale, Montgomery County, for delivery to deserving families. "Our military members who are serving our country, and their families, make a really big sacrifice to keep us all safe. We know that during the holidays it's especially hard to be away from home or to miss out on time and traditions with your loved ones," said First Lady Shapiro. "I am glad to share in the holiday spirit by helping military families who are far from home or missing someone who can't be home celebrate the holidays with a piece of Pennsylvania - these beautiful Christmas trees.""As you shop for a fresh-cut Pennsylvania tree this season, I hope you'll pause to honor our servicemen and women by donating a tree for their families," said Sec. Redding. "This weekend is an opportunity for all of us to show gratitude and make the holidays a little brighter for those who serve."Speakers Include:Jay Bustard, host Worcester Township Manager Dan DeMenoSecretary Redding First Lady Lori Shapiro Maj. Gen. Mike Wegscheider Rep. Bradford Sen. CollettSen. Pennycuick
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