Working multiple jobs, hardly sleeps, raising a 1 year old by himself and still says “there are so many other people who need it more than me.” A kind soul. Very rare nowadays.

@justinstevenson2061

4 ай бұрын

Absolutely. You can tell he’s blown away with everything happening suddenly, and still thinks of others. Dude will make a great counsellor for people in need.

@jaclynpavlica69

4 ай бұрын

@@justinstevenson2061 Amen 🙏🏼❤️😎

@ImFadedAsfRn

4 ай бұрын

That shit fucked me up, I’m crying like a bitch right now

@bentorrey12

4 ай бұрын

A rare man, who very much deserves this blessing

@KingPepper41

4 ай бұрын

@@ImFadedAsfRn - This comment, made me Laugh Out Loud, oh man, that was funny, but so true.

This is what Christmas is all about..In a pile of tears watching this. GOD bless you Nick and thank you East Idaho News for helping this young man. Merry Christmas 🎄

@vertderferk

5 ай бұрын

He seems to be a modest, calm, strong, loving soul. Definitely an ideal we should all aspire to be.

@sleepnosis

5 ай бұрын

I tear up for over 50%of these. Whoever this secret Santa is for Idaho news is an absolute legend and a saint.

@barba5537

5 ай бұрын

No mate, please realise.. you do deserve all the help you get. All the best for 2024..

@Keepnthefaith

5 ай бұрын

I couldn't agree with you more ❤

@chrisp.9172

5 ай бұрын

Father take care of your children! God bless! ❤🙏🇺🇸🎄

When he said “there’s people out there that need this more than I do”, I fucking lost it. That is the most beautiful thing about people in need. I’m in tears right now and I’m a 42 year old adult male. Fucking beautiful

@kyleo3614

3 ай бұрын

agree. Im a grown man crying at this.

@Mary-mr4jr

3 ай бұрын

You lost it. Forget the f …word.

@garyv2196

3 ай бұрын

@@Mary-mr4jr Amen, still a baby.

@stephenlord7316

3 ай бұрын

Why can’t major news outlets cover a story like this man’s instead of all the constant negative crap?

@aoisdgnh

3 ай бұрын

@@Mary-mr4jr Whats wrong with the word fuck?

'There's so many more people that need it.. ' that statement says it all you need to know about this man. God Bless him and his daughter

I am so proud that this man turned his life around and is now a wonderful and loving father and a hardworking man and volunteer as well!!! So very happy he doesn't have to worry about rent for an entire year and got the gift cards for his other needs as well. Thanks a million for this one, Secret Santa!!! And hope you and the crew got to enjoy your pizza, Nate!!!!!

@desireebailey611

5 ай бұрын

Well said!!

@darlapremeaux7006

5 ай бұрын

Congratulations 🎊 to you that you have been sober for 6yrs may the lord bless you through this holiday season

@nicem8746

4 ай бұрын

I’m proud someone recognized it and acted.

@SylviannaBriarwood

25 күн бұрын

me too! good on him!

Whenever I hear people say, "Stop wasting time/money on junkies." I know there are so many who can/do make it when someone shows they care. My niece is 5 years clean and I could not be more proud of her! Best wishes to this father and his daughter!

@TreeHouseClubTV

5 ай бұрын

Let's go!!!! Your niece is a legend. Not many make it but when it's done a large part of staying clean is having family like you. Tell her the other 2% is honored to be in the club with her. Merry christmas and happy new year!!!!!

@geoffpoole483

5 ай бұрын

@@TreeHouseClubTV Unfortunately few people are aware that relapse is likely to happen before someone's clean.

@Dobviews

5 ай бұрын

@@TreeHouseClubTV She is the butter in my biscuits! Great job on staying clean and I hope you have a wonderful day with your family too and a New Year to make all the ones before it green with envy. ☃️🎅🤶❄️ I will definitely send on your heartfelt wishes! 🫂💙🩵

@Dobviews

5 ай бұрын

@@geoffpoole483 I watched her relapse 9 times before she ended up in the hospital this last time with myocarditis and 105⁰+ F temp. When she pulled through she got serious about getting/staying clean. No matter, I never gave up and I never stopped loving her. She was/is my girl.

@johnunsicker7440

5 ай бұрын

@@Dobviews I think some feel this way only because the junkie choice to do the drugs. When you have people out there struggle to pay for the meds they need to live IE insulin Chemo and other high price meds. Also you have disabled people that would love to get back to a more normal life like walks in parks and beach but can't. There insurance will not cover a track wheelchair or only pays a small % of the cost for a scooter and they have to come up with $10k to get a scoot on top of what insurance pays. Where a Junkie can get free medical service and meds to save they life. Just a lot of people think and feel there are others that need help that are trying to life a good life but can't get any help. Where there the same junkie that every week are getting saved from overdose and not trying to better themselves. Truth is the whole system is screwed up.

When he said "it's just been a hard year." I felt it in my soul, this man deserves every penny. 2:07

@kathyelliott6051

2 ай бұрын

No question about it 😉

@luap89

2 ай бұрын

Jesus I nearly went then too what a nice man

He is going to be one of those kind of dad’s we all wanted but didn’t get. Bless him.

@daphnelattimer9952

2 ай бұрын

Reading your comment made me tear up.

@Lilshine2432

2 ай бұрын

@@daphnelattimer9952wimp😂 I watched this 10 times and didn’t ever sniffle 😂

@daphnelattimer9952

2 ай бұрын

@@Lilshine2432 I have allergies.

@kathyelliott6051

2 ай бұрын

Yup 👍

@Qlicky

2 ай бұрын

@@Lilshine2432 Watch out, we've got a badass over here.

If your daughter ever sees this she will be so proud of you.

@blackmaxbranning3666

4 ай бұрын

For crying like a girl on camera after getting 9k😢? Damn this generation are a bunch of woosies 😂😂😂

@storyteller6418

3 ай бұрын

She sure will

When you free someone up from the financial burdens, they can sleep and flourish in so many ways. ❤❤❤

@SantaPussySlayer

5 ай бұрын

Had a similar experience 20 years ago and never looked back. You are absolutely correct! Merry Christmas!

@t-and-p

5 ай бұрын

This is so true!! These gifts from Secret Santa are not about feeling rich, or wanting fancy or expensive things. It's the blessing of a less stressful life - not having to panic over whether you can afford your rent, not having to choose between heating and eating, and not losing sleep due to an unexpected bill or expense. It's difficult to explain to those who have never experienced it, but financial struggles are crippling in a multitude of ways - affecting health, sleep, nutrition, mental health, family relationships, and so much more. Secret Santa gives far more than financial assistance. He gives hope, reassurance, compassion, love, and helps to change and arrange circumstances so that those who are struggling can turn it around and thrive. I hope he gets as much joy out of doing these as we get from watching them 💖 (Edited to fix typo)

This is why you should always Tip your driver. It really makes a difference ❤ what a beautiful blessing

Hearing him say "I wish.. I wish she was here.." You could feel the pain in his heart, made me tear up. He's a great dad.

This is the PERFECT Xmas story. Thank you all for your generosity and humanity. You all are definitely what Xmas was supposed to be about!!!

@D.E..

5 ай бұрын

It's Christmas, BTW... Without Christ, it's just an x.

@watchgoose

5 ай бұрын

.exactly!

@jodyjackson5475

4 ай бұрын

‘Christmas Story’ it’s not actually spelled with an x

Wonderful story... My son used Meth for 10 years... he finally sobered up and got together with his childhood sweetie... they got married and have 3 beautiful kids... I asked him before the wedding... How do I know you are not going to go back to drugs... he said Mom... I don't want to lose her... they are going on 5 years now and very happy 💜💜💜

@SantaPussySlayer

5 ай бұрын

Wonderful story, thanks for sharing and a merry Christmas!

@debraallen63

5 ай бұрын

Praise God 🙌 I hope they continue to be for each other and grow stronger together 💪 Blessings 🙏

This is the type of charity that is so deserved & legitimate. An honest man working 2 jobs, puts all of the charity scammers who do not work, to shame.

I’m a grown man and this made me cry you can tell this guy is a great guy I’m happy secret Santa gifted him, specially being a recovering addict, I’ve been struggling with my addiction of alcohol for 8 years it’s not easy so I salute him, I’m 31 by the way kids, house etc but I’ve still haven’t managed to exclude alcohol out of my life, it’s hard, so again salute to him

@rebekahcuriel-alessi2239

4 ай бұрын

Sending you strength. 🙏

@robertvega3078

4 ай бұрын

@@rebekahcuriel-alessi2239 thank you god bless you

@gutwallst6645

4 ай бұрын

hang in there, one day at a time, addiction sucks

@veac7

4 ай бұрын

The reason you exist is that you are needed in this world

@cjsteele9594

3 ай бұрын

28 Months sober after 40 years, Life is good. Keep at it.

I feel his pain i myself was addicted to pain killers my wife is the reason I am 11 years clean and sober

@loveforeignaccents

5 ай бұрын

That's awesome that she was able to help you turn your life around and get clean!! Congratulations!

@perezynkrs1

5 ай бұрын

@@loveforeignaccents tyvm my wife is my guardian angel she's the reason why I wake up every day

God Bless this man, he has such a big heart. Thank you Nate & East Idaho News ❤

As a father of a young daughter I'm very proud of Nick. His head and his heart are both in the right place. He seems like a fine man. He'll do great at raising a lovely daughter who will be proud of him as her role model. Bless him and bless Secret Santa for being so generous and kind.

A man who basically has nothing…..but the love of his 1 year old daughter. He continues to move forward in his life to make her life better. This is what being a man is all about. He made bad choices, realized them eventually, and hasn’t looked back. MERRY CHRISTMAS….Well deserved gift for a good man. Best of wishes to you sir……You have the desire and love in your heart to make it. God Bless! ❤❤

I just don't want these videos to end at Christmas. 😔🥺🙏🎅

@To_Live_Is_To_Suffer

5 ай бұрын

If I remember correctly Nate said they are going through new years in a previous video..

@RoadiesAndRescues

5 ай бұрын

​@@To_Live_Is_To_Suffer oh man, I hope so! Thank you for the reply and happy holidays to you. 🙏🖖

Nick, keep up the great work at staying clean and sober! Keep that baby girl in the forefront of your mind as she needs you so much!

A true father and a true man. What every man should strive to be.

@kathyelliott6051

2 ай бұрын

EXACTLY

This man raising his baby and doing everything he can to stay right is amazing. This story here gives me hope that there are still great people in the world. THANK YOU for giving him that boost he really needed.

I am a recovering alcoholic, and I LOVE THIS WONDERFUL STORY! I have 2 adult sons, and I always wanted a daughter...Nick has one of his own! YESSSSS!

@d.martinez-rodriguez333

5 ай бұрын

"KEEP PUSHING FORWARD."

@christinalikoski4937

4 ай бұрын

So good to hear ❤ Don't give up as you truly deserve the best in life. Sounds to me you will be surrounded with many granddaughters 🤭 start saving your money for those pink bows and teddies 🧸 Australia 💕 Christina

Don't worry people, I've got enough water works going on for ALL OF US!!!!!❤❤❤

@joycef8443

5 ай бұрын

Well, I was afraid I would run out, LOL! What a way to start the day, huh? I always blubber my eye makeup off…

@cherylb6755

5 ай бұрын

It’s Christmas Eve. I saved this one for now. I don’t know why, but I did. After years and years of trying to get my family to stop the Christmas Gift Insanity, we finally did… and instead I watch East Idaho’s Secret Santa give the gifts that keep on giving to do many beyond the recipient. I didn’t cry for Nick, but my hands hurt from clapping. Oh, this was s-o-o-o good! 🎄🎁🦌🎅🏼🎉🎆💫👏🏻

What an amazing man and father……his daughter will grow up strong and loved….

This man is a gem. He obviously understands that his past wasn't the way to go and he has taken responsibility to change his life for the better. Selfless, genuinely appreciative, and driven to do better. Bravo, sir- good things will come.

This one was a beauty.....great to see this fine young man getting his life together and now helping others....and being a great Dad. He is so deserving of these gifts. Good luck Nick!

God bless yhis young father. He has worked so hard and come so far. He is a blessing to his community as E Idaho news is

Come on Domino's, give that boy a raise....

He definitively deserved this gift. bless him and his child.

Young people really struggle to recover from early mistakes, the world is a really hard place these days.

@lindacalderon6417

5 ай бұрын

Just think of the kids that are cutting off their body parts.

@Littleone124

5 ай бұрын

​@lindacalderon6417 this is not the time or place for that kind of comment

@river8760

5 ай бұрын

@@lindacalderon6417You have no idea what you’re talking about. Be better.

This man is a king amongst men. He deserves this so much. God bless him and his baby. Happy Christmas to all involved and, of course, Secret Santa.

$20 some of that rent money will go to helping others. He seems like a good dude just trying to keep moving. I wish him the best.

May God keep watching over this wonderful Dad and may his future be everything he's dreamed about it.

So awesome! Thank you Secret Santa for helping this young man! He deserves it so much. You are a wonderful person Santa.

Being a 32 year recovering drug addict I am so proud of this young man. I'm crying. I'm so happy for what Secret Santa has just done for this gentleman. Stay strong!!!! ❤

@t-and-p

5 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your sobriety 💖 32 years is exceptional. Keep fighting the good fight and stay strong. Merry Christmas from the UK 🌲💕🇬🇧🎉

@thedogzoo

5 ай бұрын

@@t-and-p Thank you so much!

@cherylb6755

5 ай бұрын

thedogzoo~ Happy Merry Christmas Holidays and a very fab Happy New Year! Better and better…. 🎄🎁🎉🎆👏🏻

@TheLaughingMustache-oh5ff

5 ай бұрын

Wow well done on 32 years. I know that stuff is so so hard to stop doing, so I'm very happy for you.

@jeansteel1516

4 ай бұрын

32 years, congratulations. What a wonderful role model❤

This one really got to me. He must be such a good father, the first thing he thought was he wished his daughter was there with him. He was so grateful, definitely deserved all the gifts he got from Secret Santa. Loved this!

started crying when his first reaction to that check was "so many other people need it" all the confirmation you need that this money went to the right person. his daughter is blessed to have such a superhero of a father.

Thank you Secret Santa, Nate and his elves and proud of Nick and his baby!

Secret Santa helping former addicts is amazing! This man is so deserving.

@user-mu2mp8ll6c

4 ай бұрын

No doubt. Giving people hope

Being sober and sponsor who's still suffer from drug is the most beautiful quality a human being can be. Thank you for keeping strong 🙂

When you get sober you get your feelings back....and gratitude ❤

Blessings and good luck for Nick and his daughter

He's a heck of a young man. God bless him and may he continue with the education he desires . It looks like his daughter has a daddy to be proud of.

I LOVE THIS!!! Go do great things, Nick, and save others. God Bless you and your family.

He’s about to begin crying…I wish the best for this wonderful man!

What a hard working guy. Two jobs, education and raising a baby….well deserved guy and that’s going to be his biggest tip delivering that pizza 🍕 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊

As a member of the 2% of addicts that break their own vicious cycle. Congrats to you sir!!! It's not easy but you're crushing it. Your daughter will be so happy to have a clean sober present dad. Merry Christmas!!! ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

@katbar6066

4 ай бұрын

Well done to you too. I hope he maintains his lifestyle and has the life he wants with his daughter and also completes his education so he can become a Social Worker.

@TreeHouseClubTV

4 ай бұрын

@katbar6066 thank you and w love support and his attitude he will make it, and will help many others.

Please let Nick know we're very proud of his efforts, His generosity Strangers like me are!!! Very proud of him.

So proud of this man! Thank you, secret santa!!!

This young man deserves this! He’s working so hard! God bless you secret Santa! Yes I hope Nate and the crew enjoys their pizza!

I’m a grinch through and through… but this….. made my heart grow 3x the size and made water fall from my eyes…. God bless ❤

6 years sober is impressive as hell

Nick I'm praying for your success with your career endeavor. Stay strong and keep moving forward. That baby girl needs her daddy. Thank you, Secret Santa, Nate, and helpers. Wishing everyone a Very Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄

@karinberonius8799

5 ай бұрын

A very Merry Christmas to you, too!☃️🎄

@ms.cellaneous7458

5 ай бұрын

​@@karinberonius8799Thank you.🎄

All the best to Nick on his recovery journey!!!! Secret Santa!! You hit this one, outta the park, dude!!! I can't think of a more well-deserving young man than him!!! Bless your hearts, Nate and, East Idaho News!!!

Best Santa in the whole world..😊

Nate could be a serious, national journalist.....seems like he's doing what he loves❤ Thanks Nate. I love these.

I started crying and soon as Nate said "we're here for you" between that, and Nicks face 🥹😭🥹 I love Nick handing the box back to Nate each time. 🤣 He clearly DOES watch like he said and didn't need Nate to tell him he will hold the box and give it back!!

Six year sober is HUGE. Congratulations and Merry Christmas, Nick. Hope you will now have a bit more time with your little sweetie. Thank you, Secret Santa, for giving Nick this opportunity.

There are angels walking amongst us, folks! What a beautiful soul! Glad secret santa paid him a visit

God Bless Him & His Daughter!

Certainly a deserving recipient and a great Dad.

Amazing man. He's not letting his past dictate his future. Hats off to this news station as well.

Now that is a real man

It's the ones that say others deserve it so much more that actually need it the most. They are the most humble.

😭 What a guy. Now, he can catch his breath and hopefully spend more time with his daughter. Having no rent for a year will take a huge load off. What a deserving person. It sure seems like he will be an excellent social worker. Wishing you the best, Nick!!! ❤️🌲❤️🌟❤️🌲❤️

God bless everyone involved with this 🙏🏽😢🤎🤎✝️

Listen to me please. I'm a single father with an autistic 3 year old son. I work 7 days week to make the hours I need to pay bills. My son is in the best school in our county for special needs, but the school hours are only for 6.5 hours a day so I have to work 7 to make up the difference. I wake up at 430am EVERYDAY to make sure I'm ready to get him up in the morning in comfort. To ALL my single fathers (and parents) out there, I have DEEEEEP DEEEP love and respect for you. Never ever give up

What an amazing man. You can see how big his heart is ❤

“There’s so many more people that need it” I cried there. What a good man. I wish him so much goodness on his continued journey. I know he can help others.

This dude so deserves everyone's support and admiration. How this news guy keeps it together is beyond as i sobber on my keyboard!

OMG When he said, "So many more people need it... " Good man. That's a fortunate baby he's got. Love and blessings from someone who's in their 26th year of sobriety. Paz y luz to all 💫

GOD is with You Buddy and He will NEVER let You down.

@MrDannyZ123

2 ай бұрын

I really want that to be true

That’s so sweet, doesn’t have to worry about rent!!! He’s a good Father 👨🏻

What a wonderful father and human being. You can tell he loves his little girl so much. Thank you Secret Santa. You always seem to know the ones that really need the help.

The recipients of these secret Santa gifts are so incredibly humble. Brings your faith in humanity back, where it should always be. Thank goodness for the generosity of the secret Santa and all those who do kind deeds towards their fellow man and woman.

@marygoff3332

5 ай бұрын

95% of people are wonderful. Unfortunately, our planet is run by mostly psychopaths, bent on money, power & control.

East Idaho News, you are setting a standard that should be met by media oulets across North America.....Well done.

So deserving! I am so happy that Secret Santa picked him! I just love this. It takes a special person, who doesn't reveal themselves, to give gifts.

This young man really deserves Secret Santa's generousity. All the best for him and his daughter. Merry Christmas from Germany.

@SantaPussySlayer

5 ай бұрын

Merry Christmas from Las Vegas!

Thank you to whoever told Secret Santa about this man! This will make it so much easier to care for his baby and also be able to make more money in the future! With a baby, get insurance on the computer! lol! Love to everyone involved in this, they make me so happy every time I watch them! Getting sober is not easy, I also got help from AA and it has been such a gift! For those thinking you can't, you can!

all this went to a very deserving person! what a sweet person saying there are others who deserve it more-------totally deserves every cent! all the best!

Nicks a good father and a great man. He just wants to help others . Totally deserving of every gift he got

I just want to say , god bless this guy . I can only hope for the best for him and his child .

So proud of him

His daughter is a very lucky girl, despite the hardships.

Nate. Been watching ur show from Orlando the last few years. God is using you and your gift of compassion!!!!

Merry christmas everyone.

I hope Nick continues down the path he is on. It's good for him, his daughter and the community. You have to root for a guy who shows this much heart.

Ugh i am 53 and this brought water in my eyes . God bless you sir

Praying for that dear father what a wonderful blessing hope all.goes well for him. & his little daughter .

This is truly a Christmas miracle! God bless Nick 🙏🏻🙏🏻

This is why no one should be judged for their past,but support them now and their future

This guy is a legend.

Secret Santa has made me a better person. Merry Christmas everyone all the way from Greece 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄

@Democratsmakemegohuh

5 ай бұрын

Merry Christmas to you too from Las Vegas!

Addicts DO recover! Where there is a heartbeat, there is HOPE! Please be kind to each other.

First thing out of his mind is other people need it more. Definition of being a class act. Go raise that daughter right, like you're doing now!

Congratulations my friend ❤

He probably gets judged over his past life, so glad he is being rewarded for what he is doing now. This help will change his life and get Nick a long way towards the future he is working towards