FOX5 SURPRISE SQUAD: Struggling Mom Falls to Knees After "Life-Changing" Gift from Santa

Stephanie Rivera of Las Vegas lost her mom, at age 7 and never knew her dad. Growing up and losing family members, one after another, kept Stephanie homeless all of her childhood.
Now, this young hardworking mom, with a blended family, has scratched her way back from nothing ... but still struggles especially during the holidays.
So, the FOX5 Surprise Squad teams up with Santa to pay Stephanie an unexpected visit and deliver her some “life-changing” Christmas cheer!
A big thank you to Santa’s elves from United Nissan, Albertsons/Vons, America First Credit Union and www.opnorthpole.com.

[@AnnaRuby23]

Anyone else binge watching these videos? We definitely need this type of positivity in 2020.

[@LovelyFlyShy]

Me! & crying my eyes out lol!

[@dindjarin559]

1 year later, still needed as much or moreso.

[@melissaheggie1335]

I am in 2021

[@goteamgocrestwoodreddevils1482]

I binge watch these each Christmas season!

[@cherylgrace2279]

We needed with all the bad things going on in the world!

[@aboktv6055]

"There's no giving up when you are a mother". Powerful words Blessings

[@tannerhirsch7769]

One word: orphanage

[@bradboisvert4892]

Or parent in general

[@batmanbtch958]

True

[@JustMe-ec2ph]

Sadly, some mothers do give up but for others they would do anything possible for their children.

[@Mrs.Zamot.]

Efua Abok facts

[@christopherjohnson9613]

I’m in Jamaica and I’m a grown ass man crying my eyes out watching this

[@o.taylor4953]

Man can I tell you

[@monkey_ish4117]

The difference between me and you is, I'm in the Netherlands.

[@bluesunstar5088]

awwww.. but *listen,* it's *real* men, the *best* men who have a heart and aren't ashamed to cry.. there's real strength in that, i promise you.👍 greetings!🙋🏾 &Happy Holidays!! from the West Coast, USA.

[@Jiggaboozhoo]

pansy

[@lovecry2333]

he's a pansy cause he's real man sir pls dnt mess with my follow country man

[@edwardcook8032]

Being a single Dad of 2 myself with little to no family support, not even their mother who might I add does absolutely nothing for them since I first gained full custody of them 4 yrs ago. I must admit I've struggled many of days to keep a roof over our heads, and experiencing the toughest financial year of my life, getting laid off without any notice, car breaking down, all within months this past summer. I can't lie these stories give me hope that these tough times are temporary and as long as I continue to be a great father to my children, stay positive, and continue to better myself God will definitely make a way..........God Bless this family and continue to cover this family in the blood of Jesus Christ.

[@fijiwater4534]

Edward Cook We need more men like you in the world. God bless you and your family.💙

[@edwardcook8032]

Bo Do I really appreciate that and I will continue to represent!!! Much much luv to you and your family as well!

[@anitahardesty2163]

Bless you!! You need a miracle to!! I pray one comes your way soon!!

[@Astrid4144]

You know, any man can become a father, but it takes a very special person to be an awesome Daddy! You are one of the special guys! Keep up, miracles do happen! I do pray for you and wish for you, that it won't take too long to arrive!

[@vernskid]

Edward, I pray you and your family all the blessings God can give you. May you stay strong, and love, light, and god’s grace be with you always.

[@daveomacron4301]

"there's no giving up when you are a mother..."

[@444Billie]

OMG! I have just spent the last 30 minutes watching these Suprise Squad videos, and WOW! WTG, Fox 5, Vegas! Way. To. GO! 😭

[@rohitindwar44]

Me too.....

[@veelopez824]

Billie 4444 ME TOO 😂😂😭

[@Dinocaprice]

It’ll show you video suggestions like ELLEN & Im like who’s cutting the onion 😭

[@gidbry]

me toooooo

[@Abundance26]

Early this morning I was watching one of the videos and was crying but silently. My bf walked bk in the room and asked are you crying? I felt so silly because here I was early in the morning wiping my eyes and nose. How would I explain to him that it was because of a video on KZbin. Lol

[@Chi-Guy]

"There is no giving up when you're a Mother!" So true!

[@SolsticeBeautyByJessica]

That’s amazing. This girl is so me. I am a single mom if 5, just entered my senior year of college, it took me forever, I’m 40, and it took a lifetime but next fall I will be a drug and alcohol counselor. Yesterday for Christmas I tried to give my kids a Christmas and it was so hard, but we had a great day. To all you single moms out there, don’t give up. Xo

[@troy4677]

Close your legs

[@sylviarivas741]

🤦💉💊🤷🤰 helps

[@yasminegostar]

Hope you are doing well.

[@infinity2864]

Everyone just forgot about Santa, he’s at the side like “hello?”

[@balajic1495]

Absolutely!!

[@bradboisvert4892]

Plot twist santa gets pissed from lack of attention takes it all back

[@zaragray6731]

Santa is not real

[@bluesunstar5088]

@@zaragray6731 oh, yes he *is* real! Santa 🎅 is more real than *you* are! that's *my* story & it's true!😁😁😁😁

[@bluesunstar5088]

ikr?? such a wonderful, compassionate Santa, too!😃 but it's, cool.. he knew that visit was all about that lovely young woman (& her family).. and there's definitely a lot that went on in between and/or after the footage we saw.. so, likely she thanked everyone again, including Santa, after the camera stopped rolling.👍

[@mickeymartinez8573]

I love this story. She is a great Mom with Jesus in her heart and her babies will never need anything but love. All these extras were just meant to be.

[@justsmashing4628]

Commercialism aside, this is a truly great thing FOX5 does, i am humbled.

[@heidi2166]

Now if they would start doing this for the Native Americans living in Arizona

[@dindjarin559]

@@heidi2166 Why not Americans as a whole? we all dealing with the same gov't taxations and lawmaker created stresses, regardless of cultural background, we are all equal and equally deserving of being treated fairly and counted as one race- the human race.

[@Nimue56]

Sometimes life sucks. You lose hope. You're tired of struggling. There are so many people out there like Stephanie. If we would just help one another, life would be so much better. It's overwhelming hard in that position and have no support. I know all about that.

[@DanielTorres-cg7se]

May God bless you, bring you hope, and give you plenty of support too make it through your struggle!

[@kevindahlke503]

My family lost everything in Hamburg, Germany during WWII. Being granted immigrant status to the United States after the war was pretty much how you felt during the taping of this video. I hope you took this opportunity and succeeded. God bless you and your family.

[@karenwalker6693]

I'm we

[@benny-ye3zx]

This video hits home! She reminds me of my mom. Never showing how hard it really was to raise us kids. She really was so thankful in this video. She received a gift that will help her live a better life! So awesome!

[@markuse3472]

"There's no giving up when you're a mother" she says at the end. I have never heard that line, ever. Yet, it is one of the finest and smartest phrases I have ever heard.

[@stephenochosiete9869]

Love the scholarship addition!!! Great family!

[@SheepdogSmokey]

I love these videos, seeing people who just need a hand up get that, it just makes me wish there were more groups like this helping all over.

[@ashleyestenson]

J

[@perezynkrs1]

this video gave me the chills all over my body i love the feeling you get from watching videos like these

[@bowlegg41smith71]

I've watched 3 so far and cried each one it's just amazing

[@Sweden2023]

Agree.. do good to others.

[@perezynkrs1]

@@Sweden2023 the way I was raised is be kind to others be respectful help those in need and always do right that's how my mom raised me and it's a Creed I will always follow

[@jerryupp239]

She and her family are very deserving of this blessing from Secret Santa

[@ryllagasaway8490]

I think the Fox 🦊 5Surprise Squad is so very good to the family who need lot"s of help and that Fox 5Surprise Squad is fastastic too and so great people think of family"s too..

[@valerief1231]

Monica is my favorite, I watch all these from across the country, and they are all so beautiful. But Monica...she has so much humanity in her heart, I’ve seen her break down. Can’t wait to see this years episodes. It makes me think, WHO am I going to bless this Christmas?

[@akuncrab5958]

I've spent the past 2 hours watching these surprise squad videos, in my 22 years of life I don't think I've cried this much in so long. These tears are tears of joy and happiness seeing the impact you have on these families lives it's so beautiful. You guys are amazing keep doing what you guys do!

[@oliviamickens4898]

Omg me too I’ve been watching all the fox5 surprise squad vids for at least 2 hours and I’m a absolute crying mess. I’m the type of person I actually like to cry sometimes , to release emotions I have built up inside myself. And watching these stories really gives me a positive outlook to sharing my emotions… especially when the reporters start to cry too

[@Haroonisty]

Why do you guys make men like me cry like a baby with your extremely good deeds. I am 32 years old male but still sometimes I start crying when I see moments like these. Welldone you all.

[@cherylfowler2666]

I am crying like big ole baby can’t stop ..Yes and you know she’s gonna do great things for herself 😊and children !!! 😊😊 Well deserving mother God bless Her and family!!!❤❤

[@marieleblanc759]

This is truly amazing and she's a beautiful MOTHER

[@josuearreola4754]

This girl has balls of steel she doesn't give up respect may God bless her and always be with her

[@671guamnevermindroad9]

Who's watch towards the ending of 2019 ! Stephanie may your future be brighter from 2 yrs ago... I've lost my mom at the age of 10 with 8 siblings. I could only imagine what you went tru... Like you mentioned family! Ohana last forever 🤙🏾 Fox5 news you did heartfelt story.

[@13Grneyez]

671Guam Lada ❤️

[@671guamnevermindroad9]

@@13Grneyez 11:25pm Christmas eve here on Guam..God shine his blessing you and your family and may you have a glorious new year..♥️♥️

[@MsMadmax1]

I love people who believe, despite hardship and circumstance that they can achieve their dreams through hard work and doing the right thing. Stephanie Rivera is one of those sweet people. I love videos where people get the hand up that they deserve.

[@franklinwun9670]

god bless Fox and this family !!

[@MrJess-el8ku]

Bless her and her kids.

[@josiefalk17]

Mr. Jess Yes And Bless You

[@MrJess-el8ku]

Josie Falk 🤗

[@Rotorhead99]

I love it when good things happen to good people. It sometimes brings a tear to my eye, but always a massive smile.

[@Thekingkhari]

Vegas has the best Fox 5. Such class and compassion. Love it.

[@lyngruen8607]

AMEN!!! NO GIVING UP WHEN YOU'RE A MOM 💖 Prayers for great success for this precious young mom.!!! Texas Nana Psalm 91

[@hilarystark2700]

This is the only programe that makes me cry

[@1deditsx936]

i know right

[@krishb2767]

Try What Would You Do? And Undercover Boss.

[@kyoyameganebereznoff]

Upon checking the page of this KZbin channel, I was delighted to find that there are 210 videos in their Suprise Squad playlist.

[@mirrrstery]

kyoyameganebereznoff guess what I’m doing today.....

[@timp1390]

They'll all break ya

[@kwanzaboyd7278]

I’m a single mom of 2 I’ve been at the point of giving up lost my home but by the grace of God he’s been looking out for me and children

[@joyadderly7805]

OMG I'm crying this beautiful and so touching!💕🙏👍

[@2ndhandSue]

I cant think of a more deserving family to get a gift like this. I hope she got her makeup artist diploma - it would be nice to see a follow-up story on this family. I always think my life is tough until I see a video like this. Bless all of them!

[@metcalfray]

God bless you as a family even more in Jesus name

[@GeltyDrake]

In this persons names. Don't fit an imaginary character here.

[@kiranraj7455]

Gelty Drake Fool! The crucifixion of Christ is a HISTORICAL FACT. New Atheists are embarrassing

[@mylee5278]

God bless :)

[@dianemorales07]

@@metcalfray ,-å

[@godisgoodatht]

@@kiranraj7455 not to mention His resurrection! It doesn't take a rocket scientist to see that God does exist with all that's going on in the world since prophecy is slowly but surely revealing itself. We may not see the second coming while we are on this Earth in our physical bodies but it will happen one day. I think the reason people like this one that says they are an atheist is it is taking so long for the second coming to happen. That's because God's time is not our time so our little minds can't wrap around how insanely complex the spiritual realm is and we all want stuff now, so ones like this person say well if He's going to come back why don't he do it now? Because God's timing is perfect. What these people need to do is instead of going around saying don't put an imaginary person into this they should be saying I'm going to keep an open mind.

[@sirjim777777]

That made me cry, and I am a man. lol.... I was so moved. They deserve it... Thanks Fox 5.

[@user-ro4zb6nz6l]

GOD BLESS THIS YOUNG MOM AND YOUR FAMILY HOPE SHE AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE A WONDERFUL TIME AND HOPE THEY DO WELL FOR EVER AND HAVE A GOOD LIFE 👍 🙌🫶👏👐❤ GOOD LUCK TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

[@juliabrown4398]

Congratulations to this women and your family.. the Lord Jesus works in mystery ways...god is good to her.. amen..

[@benborja3200]

Amen!

[@monawilliams286]

The way she smiled at the box for her kids, even before she knew what it was. True Mom

[@Nerdylmb]

My eyes watering..so many people deserve this I wish I could give to people I'm not rich and I'm so giving it's a dream to me to make someone's life a little easier! 🙏

[@zinnieboy9919]

I've seen comments in various places online, maybe even heard some in person from different people hooting and hollering about Santa being no good for kids, because he's not real, etc. Same thing about the easter bunny. But this video is a perfect example of why they are good. Especially for kids, Just let them enjoy their childhood. Life itself can be a real struggle for a lot of people. God bless all the good folks out there who make a positive difference.

[@ernalynlagadia6646]

When she falls on her knees, that made me cry. God bless the show and the Family that you helped.

[@zzzroxyzzz]

I love how she donated her services, probably doesn't tell too many people the situation, but someone decided it was her time to be blessed. So sweet

[@ryllagasaway8490]

I think the Fox 🦊 5Urprise Squad are super people who help need the help that great to see..

[@macsloan58]

That news anchor does a fantastic job. Her calm and reassuring voice is the perfect delivery for all that good news. She is so genuine. More newscasters should be so skilled. Great job.

[@cheristump9404]

What a beautiful family! Nothing in the world like seeing through others eyes your value and worth. That your cared for. Your not alone. Secret santa rocks!

[@stevieparks1994]

I lost my Mom only 4 months ago, she did everything for us, she couldn’t give us everything we wanted, but she gave us what we needed, it brings tears to my eyes to see any single mom or father for that matter go through it all for their kids forsaking themselves, I miss her soo dearly everyday, she was my best friend. God bless this beautiful woman and her family, and God bless the Surprise Squad!

[@emsee3662]

Im also a single mom with 4 kids. It's so difficult to raise kids without support. Until now i need to do hard work to support their needs. This videos inspired me so much.😊😊

[@saritareddydonthi1432]

She is so hard working and deserves.. Great Job Santa .. Santa for all those who wait for Gods grace and also Gods blessings!! Humanity& Empathy is The true essence of Divine !!!

[@JealousyiSaSickness12]

💓💞There's no giving up when your a mother! Amen!💓💞😊

[@fishingbuddyph8786]

Bravo FOX5! Don't ever give up Stephanie...keep moving towards realizing your goals, your dreams. You can make them come true!

[@Rod-bp8ow]

Its a moment wherein people are determined and that determination is/are and should be as a nation. Congratulations.

[@timmcintire7542]

Never asking for a handout...trying to make it......working hard to succeed. These are the folks that I get all teary eyed when I see them get gifted in their time of need.

[@Vitamin-G85]

Good job Fox 5. From all the way in Texas. The world needs more humans like all of you. ❤

[@annamarie4251]

I live in OK, and I love watching this Channel. It's so heart warming the things your station does for people. Monica when you cry it tears me up. Keep up the good work Fox5.

[@debbiecooper1677]

Anna Marie same here

[@glasserallen]

I agree they do very blessed work, your beautiful Maria, if I may say so!

[@glasserallen]

Oops meant Anna :)

[@annamarie4251]

Thank you!

[@basicallyhomelesschildren861]

O K L A H O M A Oklahoma OK

[@elsieschmaltz6754]

You are wonderful people for doing this for them!

[@Miggyboo1]

Wow you guys are all awesome.. .heavenly father blessed everyone involved.. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@cynthiabustamante2884]

You guys brought me so much hope. I love when she says that. So happy for her!

[@romeorobles8704]

Theirs a lot of people in this world that don’t have the money to provide for their families. Surprise squad really helped her believe in hope and that’s what she earned.

[@ryuoyuken2134]

Congratulation to you and your family.

[@pitbull_top5766]

man i will say this at 31 years old these stories always make me cry

[@EricGerken]

Pitbull_Top5 I’m 45 and I cry too

[@melindamullins9649]

I love stories like this hardworking good hearted people/ parents who get unexpected help.

[@oxford__em]

Screw everyone who thumbs downed this video. I can relate b/c this is my family in so many ways. I have 6 siblings and I can understand how hard times can be

[@miamitchell5129]

Here in wv there are so many struggling families that are amazing and good people and go without so much. Most of the time the families her only feed the kids and the parents get one meal a day. If they are lucky! What this surprise squad is doing for these people is amazing! I pray wv does stuff like this soon. I hate to see these good hardworking people suffer!!

[@prickleb8796]

With all the negativity we face in this world today sometimes leave us with so much emptiness ..........these videos certainly fills that empty space inside you . Watching people being happy makes me happy too. I do believe that sharing will never ever make us poor , because doing so gives us the richest feelings. One Jamaican universal love.

[@blakkbonez8123]

Damn it I made it through the whole video without tearing up then I heard that the kids stopped believing in Christmas and all it's good because of their on going struggle just to stay a float. That hit me pretty hard God bless them I hope they have the best Xmas ever.

[@godisgoodatht]

@Tripleblade 82 to their defense I don't think they meant any harm I think their heart is in the right place

[@godisgoodatht]

@Tripleblade 82 to your point I agree with you that rubs me the wrong way as well when people puts an x on it kind of similar when people say turkey day or bunny day

[@ms.blessed6439]

Prayer , Hope , Miracles , family , and determination..Amen...beautiful...

[@kileeytenorioo974]

Shout out to ALL the SINGLE MOMS!! We get up and get it we want the best for our children.

[@northerntraveller3180]

I am SANTA and am moved to tears every time I see something like this, God Bless the family and all my helpers around the world.

[@missflip6522]

How are you santa ?

[@georgewilliamsiii4677]

Thanks to all the great Santas in the world. Literal symbol of hope and joy. Like batman, the man behind the mask moves on, but Batman is forever.

[@beyoncewitbooi3943]

It is not up to us to judge others but to help where you can brother.

[@whatitisnt.]

We can judge. She chose to have so many kids when she knows she can't provide for them. That should be a crime

[@lillasalo5434]

I don´t know about u guys, but I´m crying my eyes out with happines

[@nancyjohnson5483]

So happy for those parents-it is so hard to try each and every day and not be able to make ends meet. God Bless you.

[@raiderfrankdatank]

Great seeing these. Wish things like this happen to the families in Hawaii. So many homeless and strggling families...

[@dweltmetal]

IM NOT CRYING!! YOU AREEE😢😭

[@JuliaPedro]

And the neighbours also attested to their awesomeness! How deserving!!!

[@pcollins6256]

Wow I'm still crying 😭... She said a mouth full "there's no giving up when your a mother" I have said that ALOT being a young single mom of 3 and now raising my granddaughter on my own I am saying "there's no giving up when your a grandmother" 🙏💪👍

[@acobra4174]

Aww man im crying and not even getting the gift..so happy for her😢😃🎄

[@etrondaqueen1808]

God has her covered🙏🙏💪💪💪

[@tonyhadden4651]

Even though God killed her mother when she was 7 and left her homeless ?????

[@jimmurphy4703]

@@tonyhadden4651 cognitive dissonance can be a terrible thing ! It saddens me to see people spout religious crap ! It only makes them feel better for not doing anything

[@pubgplay2431]

Love for the this Santa. No fairy tale Santa's but the real life ones✌️

[@SupaTroll195]

Food for the soul. Keep 'em comin! Need this so bad right now with the state of our country. Thank you Fox5 Vegas!! and Thank you for the recommend You Tube!

[@sunn3e]

I'm binge watching surprise squad and sobbing. Jeez this is so SWEET

[@amirahnursyawalnee9879]

Tears keeps on falling when i saw this video

[@meerzaali167]

I live in Karachi, Pakistan, am 45 and I never thought I could cry so much, reminds me of the love and devotion my late mother had for us.

[@delniyasabetrad4871]

You are from heaven. Thanks

[@robertmendiola6479]

I wish Fox Chicago would have a Surprise Squad!

[@SisterselTV]

Thank you guys for looking OUT for her MAY God continue blessing you this bring tears to mine my eyes and joy to my heart LOVE you guys

[@georgeoothoudt7358]

Thank you for blessing this Mom and family.

[@joelnabimanya]

Glory to God for such kind people. Thank you!

[@melindamullins9649]

God bless those that helped with those helpful gifts for the family✌😀

[@sharifhaniff7318]

Fox5 Surprise Squad God bless you guys u are amazing

[@alisahammons291]

Who wouldn't love this I do love this,it's very special, sweet

[@donnariggs1567]

what a handsome Santa and what a grateful MUM it only takes a few to make a huge difference is someone's life!! Thanks over the top!!!!

[@no.1spectator39]

Wish we have these group in other parts of the world too

[@lamechpamei95]

Blessing come in different way. God bless the family and Fox5.

[@gilbertorodriguez2193]

I believe in Santa and I'm 57 I just wish my girls would come back so I can tell them that I love them.

[@vickiparrish3235]

AWESOME!!! God bless these wonderful givers!

[@drteddy2609]

Santa is gorgeous ☺️ So happy for her, must feel so good having a bit less of the world on your shoulders ☺️