Vote for the Geneva Green Market, NFP’s Tree!

The Geneva History Center has once again invited local nonprofit organizations to engage in an initiative called Geneva Giving Trees. Seventeen local charities are currently decorating a Christmas tree of their choice, which will be unveiled to the public at the Geneva History Center, 113 S. Third St. on Friday, December 4 during the Christmas Walk.

All participating nonprofit organizations serve the Geneva area. Each organization has decorated its tree in accordance with its mission and areas of service.

The impetus for the Geneva Giving Trees came from Geneva History Center Board member Mary Bencini, who wanted to find a way to highlight the good work that local non-profits do in the community. The response has been overwhelming. Geneva History Center Executive Director Dave Oberg noted,

“We gave away every tree we had and still found more demand, so we have expanded to display trees in our lobby and both exhibition galleries. I love the idea of calling attention to the efforts of our local non-profits, many of whom have deep roots in our history.”

Beginning on December 4, the public will be invited to visit the Geneva History Center and vote for their favorite tree with their dollars. The winning organization will be announced on Tuesday, December 29 at a special press conference at 4:00 p.m. at the Geneva History Center. The winning organization will keep 100% of the funds pledged to support their tree. Read more