Her husband needs a kidney transplant. Secret Santa just helped make it one step closer to a reality

[@Apprentice777JetSet]

Bless Her Heart.

[@BobRooney290]

uh oh, Nate said it was a he. i wonder if she can narrow it down who it was.

[@matthewseeber8529]

I hope her husband makes a full recovery ..

[@MrJoe-qh2vb]

When I hear reporters saying a family needs $ 5000 ,,, or whatever for a transplant ,,,,, seriously media ,,,, yr all very rich media simple write out a check to donate to the family !!!!!

[@chuyeemac6066]

@@MrJoe-qh2vb oh shut up

[@kimmyymmik]

@@MrJoe-qh2vbit’s not the media paying for any of this it’s one person, doing it out of the generosity of his heart. You sound bitter.

[@lottie8970]

Wow arnt you a bitter individual!!!

[@BobRooney290]

@@MrJoe-qh2vb clearly she's struggling and going through hardships. how is a principal being paid so little? they should be making six figures. $5k is basically 3 weeks of wages in NYC for a public school principal.

[@fenceguy1029]

Secret Santa is so awesome, love all his heart filled gifts to needy deserving people, Awesome to you Santa.😊😊❤

[@thomashaugh8720]

What a genuine gal. You can tell she was overwhelmed with joy. I bet she’s celebrating with with her husband over this very thoughtful gift.

[@sandeewichkoski1574]

Well said! I agree, when she said this should be going to someone else I just lost it

[@janicegreenberg6680]

I agree too. Very moving

[@WorldCitizen-gz6fn]

You can see how badly she needed it. Seems like a really good person. God bless all.

[@kens.3729]

Cool thing is a Lot of the Recipients Feel there are Other People more Deserving because that’s the kind of people they are. They Definitely Deserve the Help. 👍🙏

[@Troublemom2265]

My son had a much needed kidney transplant in 2012 after being sick since birth. Even though he will need medication for the rest of his life he hasn’t had a hospitalization since then. It was truly a miracle ❤

[@ginny1068]

🙏 for continued health

[@hubert2038]

Amen. ❤🙏🙏

[@me-pz5yi]

❤️

[@ronm2023]

This is not about you. SMH!

[@desireebailey611]

That's amazing!! And wonderful to hear!!

[@teresam2261]

So much love for Secret Santa!

[@whiskeymonk4085]

This man needs a parade.

[@hudsontd7778]

I have a theory that it might not be one person but a community of the wealthy giving to those who needed most in trying times. God Bless

[@marybarratt2649]

Absolutely. A true philanthropist.

[@smileyone1612]

​@@hudsontd7778 I'm pretty sure it's not.

[@nancyadamson1184]

This has to be one of my favorite Secret Santas! What a sweet response. You can hear her humility and appreciation. Great job Nate and Santa!

[@darcyfoster8208]

I truly hope her Husband is doing better 🙏

[@ellendickey4769]

How wonderful! So happy for her!

[@Laughsville693]

agreed!

[@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307]

I delivery multiple kidneys, livers, spleen, hearths, eyes, lungs etc each week to hospitals I dont go looking for recognition! Gas cards! Maybe pray to that magic zombie a little hard or more seriously?

[@ediebaxter4653]

@@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307 God bless for delivering transplants to loved ones that need them. God bless you and your family and friends. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁

[@nannernose3133]

Beautifully thoughtful nomination, plus the gift from Secret Santa that will satisfy insurance requirement so that her husband can be closer to getting the kidney he needs. This woman is so humble. I pray for a successful transplant and recovery.

[@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307]

@@nannernose3133 "I pray for a successful transplant" so you pray for the unfortunate death of another to save this life IRONIC MUCH? who are you praying too? does pray ever work?

[@nickiph1]

My son is waiting for a kidney. They told us it could possibly be 7 years. God Bless Secret Santa and everyone at East Idaho news. Merry Christmas

[@thisorthat7626]

@nickiph1, Sending your family, and your son, blessings that the wait is far shorter. Merry Christmas and may 2024 be the year that heals.

[@smileyone1612]

Did you have to pay a huge premium ahead of time too? To get on 'the list'?

[@nickiph1]

@@smileyone1612 our premium is huge to start with.

[@bettyjones113]

@@smileyone1612that really sucks.

[@brookerangel-legris]

Any update on your son’s health? ❤ God be with you all. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@LisaRobson]

Thank you Secret Santa, I am hoping that in a few months time we get an update saying her husband is doing really well.

[@Psalmtwentyseven]

That would be SO AWESOME!!!!❤

[@jenniferruth812]

@@Psalmtwentyseven I love your user name

[@Psalmtwentyseven]

@Jenniferruth812 Thank you SO SO much! Psalm 27 is my favorite Psalm!!!❤

[@Sas3603]

My faith in humanity has been restored. Bravo!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Morelove4ever8]

I pray they find a match, the surgery goes well and that her husband heals quickly and completely. She must feel like she has the weight of the world on her shoulders. Prayers that can all be together soon too! Sending so much love!

[@loveforeignaccents]

Oh, I was under the impression he already was getting it; didn't realize they still had to wait. Fingers crossed they get a match for him!

[@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307]

@@loveforeignaccents so your praying for the unfortunate death of another! You are evil!

[@BLAB-it5un]

Amazing that people still think prayer is an appropriate response in 2023. But at least a kidney transplant can in theory come from a willing live donor. But consider the horror of praying that your god will kill someone else so that your loved one who needs a heart might live. Not exactly a moral code to live by...Humans will make the outcome possible by action not reliance on praying that a made up god will intervene.

[@Frazzzld]

I've noticed that a lot of the people who have received a Secret Santa gift always say "there is someone who needs this more than me". I love how they think of others before themselves. 💖💗💕

[@moewilson4605]

A coworker of mine received a kidney from a complete stranger. Someone donated one of their kidneys anonymously. I cannot think of a greater gift than that. I love watching these acts of kindness.

[@paultrouskie1825]

It's nice to know there is still some kindness out there.

[@geoffpoole483]

It's possible the donor was involved in a fatal accident and the next of kin decided that the organs should help others.

[@moewilson4605]

@@geoffpoole483 yes that does happen. But, my coworker was told it was a donation from a live donor. I did ask him if he ever wanted to find out who it was and thank them in person but he did a thank you through a letter via the hospital. The donor wished to remain anonymous. My coworker got his life back from constant dialysis. He did develop diabetes and has to take anti rejection drugs for the rest of his life but can work and function again. He is about 55 years old.

[@river8760]

There are a number of anonymous donors that do this, it’s an incredible gift to give someone. I hope your coworker is doing well.

[@river8760]

@@geoffpoole483the individual themselves would’ve had to sign that ahead of their death. Most people that do, have that on their driver’s license as organ donor. 😊

[@dannschmit8604]

Secret Santa for POTUS!!!!!! Kind, caring, generous, selfless, loving, HUMANE, good hearted!!!!! 😊. What a wonderful person this Secret Santa is!!!

[@destinypowers1146]

Amen to that. We need someone like him for potus and states and city leaders all over .. Amazing man he is

[@ManyfiresWoman]

I totally agree! 🎅 for President!

[@73rscamaro]

So very cool! Good work secret Santa!

[@jeanross7430]

My daughter had a kidney transplant and I forever grateful for a life saving operation. I hope this man has a successful operation.

[@-D-W]

Secret Santa......YOU RULE!!!

[@loveforeignaccents]

He does!

[@jo8726t]

What a beautiful gift. Speddy recovery for her husband.

[@loveforeignaccents]

How wonderful, and I hope the transplant goes well for him!! Nate is the best... well, a close tie with Secret Santa, of course! 😋

[@jeffreysy418]

"These should go to someone else." tells me everything I need to know about her! I hope the husband's transplant was successful! God bless you, and your family! Well done East Idaho News and Secret Santa!

[@boverhof3]

The one's that say "Someone else deserves it more than me" are in fact the ones that deserve it the most. Their empathy for others is put before their own needs, so touching.

[@thomasconrad2729]

I watch these videos every year at Christmas time. It is amazing to me, that all of the people who receive these generous gifts, are so humble and appreciative. There are some very fine folks who live in that part of the country.

[@nicklager1666]

That is the type of gift that start the family on a new journey. I hope her family member accepts and dont reject the new kidney when its time. It will give her and her family some respite and calm over the hollidays.

[@ms.cellaneous7458]

What a lovely lady. Secret Santa, you have given her such relief. The first thing she said when she saw the check was this would pay for her husband's kidney. Oh, what a blessing. The gas and grocery cards will help so much too. Thank you, Secret Santa, for your generosity and thank you to Nate and helpers for your delivery of the gifts. I just love the love in these videos. ❤🎅❤

[@jamesbaker-vu2sb]

You can just visibly see burdens being lifted from her exhausted little self. How wonderful it is to see the body of Christ working how it should and changing people's very lives.

[@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307]

"How wonderful it is to see the body of Christ working how it should and changing people's very lives." Let me get this straight your imaginary thing arranges gas cards thru others but wont cure cancer etc? LOL

[@courtneydurham8385]

​@@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307I hope you heal from whatever is hurting you and find some peace in your life.

[@songbirds3712]

Amen!

[@FaithyandOtis..Massachusetts]

Amen

[@debraallen63]

​@@danquaylesitsspeltpotatoe8307 God is not imaginary, He's Real. God made Cures for Cancer but people are too Stupid and only trust in Doctors and Allopatric Me-Die-sin (medicine) instead of seeking Natural Cures from Nature provided by God. Holistic Health has CURES where allopatric medicine has None. It only takes a bit of research but people are too Lazy to Read. They put their Trust in Man instead of the God who Created them. It only takes some research to find that God is True as well......have you done any?? Or are you just going by what man dishes out as God through Religions?? Religion is the Opiate of the masses and Satan IS THAT DRUG Dealer.

[@StephanieJones-n7p]

God bless this secret santa

[@debsmith4058]

Secret Santa not only are you changing lives in Idaho your love spreads world wide. Blessings to you ♥️

[@JohnM-x2c]

How true are your words and to Nate who is the perfect person to deliver Secret Santa’s gifts of love in this troubled world. May we all be willing to lend a helping hand (even in the smallest way) to others in need. Don’t always expect to receive a thank you because the truest good deed does not expect it.

[@nannernose3133]

​@@JohnM-x2cYou speak the truth❤️

[@greyman1k]

So true. Secret Santa touches people far and wide. What a great influence for good he/she is in this world.

[@Mark-ln6lt]

I hope that Lily's husband makes a good recovery from the operation and wish the family all all the best. From Zimbabwe.

[@barbarahennessey1888]

This is the first secret Santa report that has literally brought me to tears. It has hit so close to home that it's overwhelming. 24 years ago I donated my kidney to a friend's 2-year-old daughter. I know and understand the need both financially and medically but this family is going through I pray that he gets a kidney and that he is healthy for his family Thank you Nate You have a huge fan in me from Pennsylvania.

[@cnatview]

@barbarahennessey.....Thank you so much for providing your friend's little girl with a gift of life and love. ❤

[@timnewman6529]

I watch all of these every year. This one hit home, I am awaiting a kidney transplant here in the UK. I always realise just how lucky we are over here with regards our NHS which covers all medical costs.

[@tjkhanks]

I hope all goes well for you. Sending best wishes from the US. ❤

[@linodinardo4798]

here in canada thinking the same thing... that 5K is a barrier to some folk...

[@altrace-l9x]

What a humble lady. Prayers for her husband 🙏

[@shannytown1]

These are my favorite

[@susanstancliff2937]

Thank you Secret Santa! You’re giving her husband the gift of life! Thank you Nate for doing your part! Praying her husband gets the right match for a kidney transplant!🙏❤️

[@mariechosgaire6984]

Sending best wishes to her and her Husband.

[@rattanakim2529]

Love watching everyone of the show very sad

[@OptimusOne]

Whoever you are, Secret Santa, thank you for all you do!

[@terrylancey5451]

I'm so happy for this sweet awesome lady and her husband. God bless you both. And' God bless Nate, helpers, and secret santa

[@bud6956]

My father donated his kidney to his brother about 35 years ago!! Sadly my uncle passed away in 2016 due to stomach cancer... but beacause of my fathers kidney....he lived another great 30 years!! My father is also living a great healthy life still to this day!! Feel so happy for this women and her family!!

[@joannephillips3557]

Ah bless that sweet woman, so humble and deserving

[@AKUSUXs]

In this world of me, me, me, along with everything else... AMAZING AND THANK YOU FOR THE HOPE IN HUMANITY!

[@robinaelliot8588]

A truly ‘Good Samaritan’ is a generous person who gives anonymously. To this awesome Secret Santa …. I hope neither you, nor anyone you love ever depends on kindness of strangers. If you do, I hope all of us that comment on your generosity step right up to the plate. For now you have our love and respect ❤

[@wandacasper5612]

Thanks Santa for all u do

[@GhostTacos1975]

One of the best ones

[@pixiestyx1766]

I love her name..Lily Piper. My prayers for a total and speedy recovery. Safe travels.

[@Spikeswift]

I thought that too when Nate said her name

[@BradfordHomestead]

This is a life giving and a life changing gift!!😭😭😭😭😭👏👏👏👏

[@herbhouston5378]

This is simply beautiful❤❤❤❤

[@PatricesProjects]

What a loving gift. Her first thought when she saw the amount was her husband's kidney transplant .

[@leed206]

Think this one needs a follow up. Would love to see it work.

[@keithadamson214]

I lost it when she said, are you sure you dont want to give that to someone else, she was pretty much overwhelmed with just the gift cards. such a humble spirit.

[@kimcameron4461]

That was amazing, thank you so nice to see bought tears to my.eyes.

[@DannyBkyn]

One of my favorite Christmastime traditions has become watching these wonderful, inspiring Secret Santa videos from East Idaho News.

[@ONNpankaj]

Secret Santa, EIN and all others valuable person precious work always and Love from Bharat (India) 🇮🇳

[@famj4860]

It never ceases to amaze me that some of the recipients think that other people might need the gifts more than them. They're the kind of people we need more of today. Thank you, Secret Santa.

[@justuseloveineverything7184]

Nate no one does this better than you ❤

[@Spikeswift]

This is heartbreaking to me that people in the USA have to pay for a transplant. What do you do if you can’t pay? What a relief for this lady and her family . Thank you Secret Santa for coming to the aid of such a deserving lady x

[@EricaGamet]

Sadly, people often die because they can't afford the costs. It's very stupid and I hope to see that change in my lifetime.

[@tjkhanks]

​@@EricaGametagree 💯

[@michaelrudolph7003]

Whether you pay or you have the money stolen from someone else to pay, there is still a cost. Just foisting it upon someone else by force doesn't make it noble that you "don't have to pay". Who is responsible for meeting your needs to continue to live? You are and all those things cost money unless you can produce them with your own talents and labors. No one pays for the place you live in or your transportation or food, nor should anyone be forced to fund what it costs for anyone else to live. Sure they are free to VOLUNTARILY provide you their resources, but the resources of others don't legitimately belong to you and you have no right to them, full stop.

[@bookmagicroe9553]

@@michaelrudolph7003 : Wow. I hope you never need any help from anybody. You just may feel differently at that point.

[@Irish-Triplet]

​@michaelrudolph7003 you're a real pleasant fellow, aren't you? ❤

[@bt.c.1829]

What an amazing gift! 🎄🎁💖🕊

[@serena1261]

I'm praying that her husband was able to get the Kidney and that he is doing so well. Merry Christmas this year of 2024. ❤️🎄

[@deborahaviles708]

I hope after this her husband finds a donor... What a sweet, kind, hard-working, loving, woman... Tysm secret Santa 🎅 🧑‍🎄 💓

[@pamela5568]

Lilly is so sweet. And she was so grateful. I hope her husband gets his transplant and comes home to her and her daughter.

[@jrb.bostonma]

Oh man, It's officially cry with Nate and the crew season again! This is awesome, Secret Santa truly is a blessing to your community and the rest of the world could really learn something from him and his kindness.

[@beckypetersen2680]

I know. I tell myself I won't cry... And then I do.

[@beckypetersen2680]

It was really sweet. I'm crying over here in Poland. Thanks secret Santa! And Nate and crew from East Idaho News. It wouldn't happen without you guys.

[@Olaf-Lingen2023]

2 years ago or so they had one guy whom needed a kidney-transplant and got him surprised. Later they got a message, in which the Family wrote, that only 2 days after the visit the Husband got a new Kidney. Maybe the Guy in this case has the same luck. I'd wish it for him and the family.

[@brookerangel-legris]

I can’t stop watching these videos ❤ 🥹

[@sharonsolana]

May God richly bless Secret Santa and this family!

[@lruss5050]

Praying for her husband! As a kidney donor, I know a lot about this experience! It means the world to me to have something like this happen!❤

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

Secret Santa, Thank You For Helping This Family, and Others!

[@aldonco]

May God bless you Secret Santa. May the love you share return to you For you have the gift of wisdom knowing to be selfless and giving. Thanks, Nate and crew for being the good messengers.

[@chmod1777]

It's wonderful that she received the help they needed, and absolutely disgusting that the system won't help anyone who needs life-saving surgery without up-front cash.

[@RonRay]

This is when humans are at their best.. when giving and receiving. ♥

[@probablyaparent]

Santa honoring two people with ERD already this year really makes me feel seen. All the love to my kidney disease family, I'll see you all at dialysis.

[@justmejenny7986]

It's usually a life changing gift. This time it's a life saving gift. Wow. So,so happy for them. May everything else fall into place and her husband receive a successful transplant.

[@marierees8890]

Secret Santa just gave the gift of life to her husband. God Bless you. There is no greater gift. ♥️🌲

[@JulieAnna-r5v]

How do we live in a country that would let a young man die over 5000? We work hard for insurance. It should pay for everything after the premium. Secret Santa you are saving lives. Literally.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

Well I'm sat here feeling annoyed with myself..I'm worried about paying my mortgage and my bills..my health isn't great..mainly severe osteoarthritis and depression..pretty bad IBS..but nothing compared to this lady and her family..this gets me every yr..I sincerely hope her hubbys operation goes well and he can get home for Christmas

[@EricaGamet]

I hope your situation improves... happy holidays (early)!

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

@EricaGamet oh Erica thank you very much for your lovely reply.. I was just sat feeling sorry for myself and watching these videos every year makes you realise so many people have it a lot worst.. it just made me think and pull myself up about only thinking of my predicament..but thanks again for being so kind to reply..Merry Christmas to you too..albeit a bit early..I live on my own so don't really bother anymore.. I do myself a Christmas dinner but due to my osteoarthritis can't put my decorations up safely..never mind..I try and treat it as just another day as I've lost so many people and at 64 I'm the o ldest left..I am a Christian so do mark the religious aspects of it..God Bless you..🇬🇧💞🙏✝️👍

[@boggleboggle100]

My very best wishes to them all!! I'm in the UK, I find these surprises so gratifying but so sad..here in the UK no one pays for a transplant!! No one pays for medical treatment as we have our wonderful NHS care!!!

[@AudiophileTubes]

And the shocker (boggles the mind, actually) is that people outside the U.S. mention this often here (and on similar videos), but Americans don't! We have become a nation of largely brainwashed, apathetic, uncaring, overly selfish, misinformed fools.

[@thisorthat7626]

@boggleboggle100. When our friends in the UK appreciate that they have the NHS, it makes their life better. We often forget how fortunate we are on a daily basis. I think that is a key part of Secret Santa's gifts. Blessings.

[@AhJodie]

Oh my gosh, she was so honest in her expressions! I feel like I just instantly love her as a sister, friend, family member! Just lovely! Thank you Secret Santa! How lovely to get to see this moment!!!!

[@destinypowers1146]

praying for your husband full healing... praying for you and your family. bless you secret Santa

[@susanmcconnell6041]

THANK YOU, SECRET SANTA, AND ELF NATE!!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@MamaChapinaEnUSA]

She was so thankful with only the gas cards! What a sweet lady ❤

[@juliej5917]

Within weeks of her kidney transplant, my best friend from jr high lost both parents with six days of each other. This blessed transplant happened less than two months ago, and the new kidney is working at 100%. Thank you to the families that donate during the most challenging time. May Lily’s husband be matched quickly, and may his journey be smooth sailing. 🎉🎉🎉

[@emrsdca]

Best wishes to her and her husband!

[@believingtoday]

To have that relief is astounding. Thank you Secret Santa. God bless this family and may her husband receive a kidney without worries of cost.

[@mamabear7243]

I cried. This is beautiful. Can you imagine if we all didn’t buy all of the unnecessary things that don’t matter and gave the money away to people like this? We would change the world. Thanks for inspiring me East Idaho News.

[@jeannemarcinek4575]

Prayers for this young lady and her family.

[@jan_phd]

FABULOUS!!

[@juliewick]

My first “Secret Santa” cry of the season!! Sooooo happy for this family! ❤❤❤

[@robinaelliot8588]

Awww…my heart ❤️ ❤

[@tpenquin.]

How sweet she is! I hope her husband can get his kidney transplant! We love you secret Santa, also much love for Nate and his elf’s! ❤

[@faverogibou6773]

This woman deserves the best , thank you Secret Santa for helping her and her family !!

[@wadeunderhile7977]

Dear God bless this family with healing and health

[@scrappingscootergirl]

What a sweet lady! So deserving of goodness!! Prayers to her husband and family!~

[@judinemulerski315]

I love secret Santa. Love is where Santa’s heart is. Nothing but LOVE. Thank you Secret Santa

[@robsin2810]

This makes me feel so good.👍🇦🇺🙏

[@skywalkerranch]

First. Awesome Secret Santa. This is just incredible. What a fantastic gift to receive. God bless all involved.

[@loveforeignaccents]

@@snowflakehunter Oh, let someone have fun, will ya?!?

[@TR4zest]

When the sad day comes, and the secret Santa passes, I hope Nate can share with us the story of this wonderful man so that we can all celebrate his marvellous generosity. I now live far away, in the UK, and watching these secret Santa stories over the past few years from afar have made me a kinder and more generous person, helping where I can.

[@thisorthat7626]

@TR4zest, Wow! You have given Secret Santa a more valuable gift by following in his path. That is a true gift of the heart. Blessings to you and yours!

[@fawnjenkins7266]

This is beautiful! God bless you, Mr and Mrs Pyper ❤

[@shannonly23]

These videos are such a great reminder of how beautiful people can be. HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE ❤❤❤❤

[@angelalapiene-kurz2855]

Sending prayers that his transplant is successful. Stay positive. Thank you a million times over to secret santa! My mom and dad gave me her SUV before they moved away. It was truly a blessing and they know I'm beyond grateful! I've been on my own for 10yrs and raised 2 wonderful young adults.