The 2021 Secret Santa Special - part 1

[@5GreenAcres]

I nominate East Idaho News anchor Nate to have Secret Santa do something special for him. He does such an outstanding job delivering Secret Santa's blessings and takes no credit at all. What a fine man. God Bless you too Sir!

[@lucycreekmore5360]

After watching many segments of secret Santa at 84 years old, I am never ever going to complain about anything. I have never seen such heartache in this country. May God bless each of these families. And I might say that Nate is fantastic at doing this.

[@shaynaletter5589]

WARNING: Secret Santa videos are addictive, one segment and you are hooked for life. Grab a tissue, there are plenty of tears of joy, and love in abundance. Be blessed.

[@2Boios]

as well as great people like you in the comments

[@jpeopolis]

I should've heeded your warning. I'm 1.5 hours in. I'm going to keep this playing as I wrap some Christmas presents. Blessings to you and yours as well:)

[@carriebizz]

They definitely are and I'm in Melbourne Australia and I love watching nates secret Santa every year for the past few years

[@annahclaire1765]

This is true

[@kathrynbillinghurst188]

🎄I know right, I only discovered this… cannot stop watching! I hope there are lots of episodes. This is the best thing you could do for people, especially when they truly deserve and need it. Well done 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@kyleecedo224]

He is seriously the best guy for this job. Connects with everybody he meets, what a beautiful soul.

[@5GreenAcres]

I agree. I hope Secret Santa rewards HIM for doing such a great job delivering his blessings.

[@zarapongen3623]

😊😊​@@5GreenAcres

[@KKOPPONG]

Imagine having the ability to change someone’s life in less than 3min. Secret Santa is a wealthy man & I’m not talking about money.

[@tinanealon733]

"Can I give somebody else..." - she is so precious! She DOES deserve it!

[@kamiahbundy4972]

That's what I thought the moment she said that and I wished I could tell her so!

[@Tamara-id1pe]

The daughter’s look of surprise in the first story and her little dance before each gift is EVERYTHING!!!

[@gtomomma8886]

So precious!!! What a sweet mother & daughter ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@mashaazran9896]

So humble and most deserving. EIN you are doing an amazing job and service!

[@Patrioticfight]

I thought so, too! The perfect reaction 😊

[@weatherornotheresmike]

I’m from Kansas City and I watch this more than my own local news lol

[@theVanishingGladiator]

I don’t even watch our news!

[@Mammaj1963]

Now that’s one grateful lady, the couple whose rent is being paid off for a year ! They truly deserved it

[@SundayBoy72]

“Can I give some back.” Awesome lady, mom, daughter and friend.

[@Patrioticfight]

❤

[@TheGlitched-NPC]

Everyone's goal in life should be to become a secret Santa for their community

[@samuelschick8813]

The couple at 30 minutes in. You can just tell they are great grandparents to their grandchildren.

[@davidpietarila699]

I am the last of my family and as such, I actually have four houses willed to me. I was thinking that I would sell one of them and FINALLY get the car I've always dreamed of, a 1966 Mustang. But I've been watching Secret Santa all week... and I think I will rent two in order to keep the third available for a family in need. I think posting this sounds a little self-serving and a little humblebragging... But these videos are not just entertaining, they are Good in the best sense of the word. So... thank you Secret Santa for inspiring me to think beyond my own wants!

[@robynbryant4274]

55 Years Young

[@steffc8881]

Totally understand how paying it forward. It’s restored my faith in humanity so uplifting.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Thewonderfullifeofdixiemae]

Bless your heart! Ofcourse you deserve to splurge on yourself and purchase your dream car- but if it's within your relm of possibilities and laying heavily on your heart to do something to pay it forward and change the lives of a stranger etc you should do it. God puts hints in our paths- I'm definitely far from "rich" but I full heartedly believe in karma and paying it forward, even if it isn't a life changing amount - it truly feels soo good to help someone and brighten their souls for just a moment. God will always provide and the kindness will come back around to you!

[@heathernielsen4853]

I think sounding it out is not being a braggart, sometimes you need to say it (write it?) Out loud to really think it through and make sure that it's what is right for you. What you might do is work with your local affordable or govt housing agency to get all houses up to code and be able to make them available to deserving low income families that way the govt subsidizes most of their rent and you may still be able to afford your dream car and help people all in one.

[@nunya2954]

David Pietarila - this is a year later, but I was just having a conversation over Thanksgiving about our very small family and how I don't want her to be the last one and be alone. There won't be a lot, but I worry more for her being alone thank anything else. She hasn't met the love of her life yet, but we are prayerful that she will, however if she doesn't and my sister and I pass, I just have to keep my faith in God that she is always has someone that will be there for her.

[@trishy00]

3 hours?! Dropping everything for this. YES!!!

[@shaungriffin150]

I watched every new video post and just re watched it all over again

[@SaintsGabriel]

I’m binge watching this all week haha so glad I found out about this channel

[@LisaRobson]

And just think this is only part one! There has to be at least another two parts after this one given the amount of money Secret Santa has donated this year. Thank you Secret Santa. With love from Australia. Glad to see that there is still some good in this world after everything that has happened in the last two years.

[@whysitsohotinhere4205]

Oh you know it!

[@willaputney3947]

WOULD BE NICE IF OTHERS COULD DO THIS SAME GIFTING ACROSS THE NATION. THANK YOU SECRET SANTA WHEREVER, AND WHOEVER YOU ARE.

[@kimtolliver8923]

God will supply all r needs

[@ellenpowers919]

I’m sure they do.

[@alexfernandez4093]

we are trying to woning other people. I am sorry

[@ericaghelfi8205]

That man in the white truck that lost his wife is gunna cry so hard when the camera leaves you can tell he’s choking it back 🥰

[@cardbored_]

Timestamp?

[@amberamber2821]

@@cardbored_ 32:46

[@Legend27999]

He had such nice eyes

[@daisyunderwood1002]

I'm in 10 seconds and I'm in tears. God Bless you secret Santa, EIN, Nate and his team.

[@bonniemcmillion1591]

I sit and watch these each year, and I don't even realize tears are pouring down my face, and they won't stop. It is such a blessing to see a little happiness from those less fortunate.

[@davisholman8149]

“But for the Grace of God go I….” I feel so blessed.🎄🙏🏼💕

[@jellybean1619]

This Secret Santa is doing SO MUCH for their community. Whoever you are, thank you❤️

[@JameZel913]

I have a theory that it's several people donating, but they don't want it to matter who it came from. But... no matter if it's just one amazing person or 10 of them - these videos are still beautiful to watch.

[@alexfernandez4093]

we are trying to woning other people. I am sorry

[@mashaazran9896]

@@JameZel913I’m not sure, but I think you get a tax deduction for donating. SS donates instead of paying taxes, I think it’s one person. Also, people would lose faith in SS if EIN lied about how many people gave money to less fortunate. EIN subscribers are very special (there are hardly any trolls) and wholeheartedly believe in SS.

[@MissouriPrepper64052]

I cannot get over that a multi millionaire is doing this with no strings attached and with no credit wanted towards him for giving this money to those in need whomever that millionaire is truly does want to give from his heart he’s not looking for a handout back he’s not looking for any recognition and that is the definition of a true angel

[@TheGlitched-NPC]

Watch the millionaire be Nate 🤣

[@joshijoshi6308]

@@TheGlitched-NPC It's not. Nate told Secret Santa's story in an early episode....When SS was a young man, he was alone in a foreign country at Christmas. At breakfast on Christmas morning, there was an anonymous gift at his seat. That incident stayed with him. He's been SS for eastern Idaho since 2015.

[@ChaosPeace2000]

@@joshijoshi6308it just goes to show how one small act of kindness can spread like wildfire .

[@nbaoldgirl]

@@joshijoshi6308Thank you for this comment! ❤

[@mashaazran9896]

@@TheGlitched-NPCI’ve heard at least four times Nate say he’s not Secret Santa in two videos. Secret Santa knows it’s a lot more fun to give anonymously. People don’t bombard him with requests and he can watch their reactions forever on KZbin. He’s efficient and ambitious. He wants to encourage others to give and hopes people around the world will give to the less fortunate. He knows what he’s doing. Would love to see an update on recipients. Thanks Nate, SS, and EIN.

[@nosoul4233]

im not even crying its you thats crying ... damn these hit me in the soft spot

[@robynbryant4274]

Lol

[@Rakmandra]

to Drew (with the brain tumor) ... my granny had the same kind of tumor at the age of 45 (early 80s) - therapies were not advanced enough so her tumor grew back - even with surgery every 10 years she lived to be 85 ... she had a fullfilled life and so will you! all the best to you and a speedy recovery

[@kt493]

Aw. My mom got cancer and six months later my dad was diagnosed. Man did I feel that couple. :). Sending prayers.

[@oystersnag]

How do I "like" a video more than once? Seriously, thank you secret Santa, Nate and team, and East Idaho news. These videos brighten up my day every time I watch them.

[@Hearttoheart3]

The guy with the hearing aids reminded me of the elderly guy who Kevin befriended and lived next door to Kevin in the movie Home Alone

[@TheCaleb8700]

HE LOOKS EXACTLY LIKE HIM OMG!!!! Bless him he was so skeptical and totally understandable there is so much bs out there today

[@Hearttoheart3]

@@TheCaleb8700 I thought he sounded like him too

[@terrywhite4451]

Natalia had me in tears, what a sweet woman, so glad Secret Santa gifted her.

[@bamboo851]

Such a sad and tragic story. I can’t even imagine. I wish her and her family the best in whatever direction life takes them.

[@scottnapier943]

Whoever you are Secret Santa, thank you for all your kindness and generosity to so many wonderful and deserving people. 🎅❤✌

[@margaretmears406]

It is so amazing that their car was delivered on her husband's birthday. He is looking after them after all. I was so touched that after all they had done and her husband studied, that he should die. At least now he is being cared for by God himself. And these gifts are absolutely what they need.❤❤❤.

[@richardthomas1743]

I love Nate and East Idaho News , Thank you Secret Santa for making this possible. Merry Christmas to everybody !!!

[@kariay50]

Merry Christmas from Florida🌴⛄

[@thegoodanfamily9817]

Merry Christmas ❤

[@main0180]

Nate is the perfect person to be doing this

[@aubreyshelton6331]

So DO I .. I LIVE IN CHARLESTON WV LOLOL AND IVE BEEN WATCHING THIS FOR TWO YEARS

[@Canadasorryeh]

Facts

[@PeterthePiper777]

Im a Canadian and call me a traitor but this is just another reason why USA is the greatest country in the world ! Thanks USA for setting the example of the love of God

[@westboundpony]

I have been crying for 3 hours straight. Thanks Idaho News! So many people struggle it is heartbreaking. Secret Santa rocks. Now vote and support changes to our health care system. Most of these people are brought to their knees because of medical bills. It does not have to be that way!

[@georgielancaster1356]

SO TRUE. Other 1st world countries just horrified by what American people accept. It might be cheaper for SS, do more for more people, to sponsor 1 or 2 busloads of people needing lots of prescriptions, once every 3 months, to Canada. Give them $100 and they would get their meds and lunch and a little Canadian flag and a singalong on the bus, each way.

[@AJManol]

@@georgielancaster1356 AWESOME IDEA!!!! If you organize a bus trip, I will too! 😃

[@georgielancaster1356]

@@AJManol I did answer you, gave advice. But my reply seems to have disappeared. Try borrowing local school bus, sport club bus, etc.

[@georgielancaster1356]

@@AJManol If you tell me a place you have left a comment, not here, so I can reply to you, I will give you some advice on how to set up. If you just turn up with 40 people with 8 prescriptioms each, or rare ones, it might take days to order in the meds. I gave you tons of sdvice, but it seems to have been removed.

[@mashaazran9896]

@@georgielancaster1356I could be wrong but I think you can order meds online instead of going to Canada. Am I wrong? Please let me know.

[@anrihoxha1400]

And its only the first part of 3 hours,this year i guess we have to cry alot more,Ty Secret Santa god bless you from Europe Albania

[@sylviarivas741]

Hugs

[@brendamills13]

get your tissues!

[@YKZBlender]

🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱

[@georgielancaster1356]

Virtual hugs to Albania, from Oz!

[@asouthafricanindian9258]

I love the sign in the back of the first lady's house which says "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord"

[@tydaedae97]

The last couple really didn't know what they was going to do. I'm glad they received their gifts.

[@Tamara-id1pe]

“I apologize for being…skeptical” 🤣❤️❤️❤️

[@markverloop8787]

That gentleman had to be skeptical like he said there is so many scammers out there but once he realized that it wasn’t a scam he became very appreciative.

[@MrsEJV]

@@markverloop8787. Sadly, that was a sign of the times, especially around Christmas. I wouldn’t speak to the police on the phone recently. I said I’d come by and of course it was legit, but being cautious was my knee jerk reaction.

[@VeraDobis]

While we are comfortable in our old age, I would love to be like this Secret Santa!

[@oldfart2413]

My father, who passed in 2015, was a Santa helper. The story got my allergies going remembering how much he enjoyed helping old man Claus.

[@brendasusanchristensen7058]

Thank you secret Santa and East Idaho news! We all need this heartfelt GOODNESS!! God bless everyone- merry Christmas!!

[@valentinoparks1041]

Brenda, Merry Christmas to you🎄much love from 🇨🇦

[@martinfreeman8486]

I've watched these videos for 3 yrs does the heart good Martin from Surrey England 👍👍

[@brendamills13]

MERRY CHRISTMAS, FROM TEXAS, USA

[@megalou6567]

When Jeff says I’m a hugger and reaches for Nate …. Oh my heart

[@kathleenardrey5094]

Wonderful gifts for Sydney and her daughter. Good job, Secret Santa.

[@Sleepnosis]

Sweet hearted lady you deserve all of that and more!

[@lewthrasher4194]

God bless those Secret Santa's that are able to spread their wealth to those in need.

[@deborahhernandez9780]

Praise GOD from whom all blessings flow.

[@deniseapple1946]

These Secret Santa blessings are very addictive!! They fill my heart!!!❤️

[@GraduatedMoney]

3 hours of crying? Just what i needed. Let’s get it 😭

[@doof4920]

Right?!?

[@ValerieRosenwoods]

I love it. I could tell he was trying hard not to get choked up, the guy in the truck who lost his wife to cancer, So sad, these get me every time. Thank you so much for making people smile. 🎄☃️❤️

[@mercharris5266]

Nate will never age. Helping people is the fountain of youth

[@thomasfulmer9638]

I'm not a crier, but this really hit me.

[@anthonynettleton8346]

I been watching these everyday from Leeds England UK.. love them now even happier now loads are together.. praying for all these ppl ..

[@kalliem9496]

Nate you have the best job on the planet and you do it so well. I’m adopting one of your feel Good Friday ideas to bless some people. Thanks for all you do!

[@kkheflin3]

I love the picture of the family outside in front of the temple. So very sad those children lost their dad but I know they will see him again. Families are forever! I wish every community in America had the ability to do this. It would be so uplifting to people and make us appreciate what we have.I wish I could have given this a million likes!

[@dorothymalloy1474]

Merry Christmas to all the ones who watch Secret Santa

[@peggykendell6805]

The widow story made me cry! As l lost my husband In am accident 40 years ago , the day before my second daughter was born. We lived in Pocatello for 6 years! I this story was close to my heart. God bless secret Santa!

[@TheBenghaziRabbit]

Happy Holidays everyone! Just know, you are loved!

[@susangordon1833]

I love watching Nate and Easr Idaho News. Whoever Secret Santa is thank you for your kindness and thoughtfulness. You change the lives of these people and make it better. Thank you from PA.

[@susiejo143]

Love this...I've lost 2 of 3 sons the last 3 yrs I cried through this whole thing....God bless secret Santa and also the deliverers❣

[@megalou6567]

So sorry for your losses Susan . Sending prayers

[@frasersgirl4383]

And grief never ends…..it just changes us as we move forward. Sending you so much love…..❤️💫❤️

[@steerpike50]

Merry Christmas from the UK , stay safe and well .

[@docwhoshops]

I pray Secret Santa continues to be so blessed that he-she will pass blessings for years to come! These stories just touch my heart

[@2Boios]

AMEN!

[@alexkonrad2721]

Lots of love to all those wonderful people from Germany

[@soorayford5999]

I can't imagine anything more wonderful than being able to help so many people. Such a dream of mine to do this one day. Thank you to all.

[@brendaseager7371]

I hurt so bad for that little boy with Huntington’s disease, I hope they can give that little boy everything to make him happy while Is is still with his family. Love you for helping these people.

[@cardbored_]

That widow from Ukraine, you can tell how touched she was. Tears.

[@christopherv5781]

So surprised that this wasn't contagious and every state followed suit! Maybe one day, until then, keep on doing these beautiful things Idaho!!! Lots of love from New York

[@shoshannafachima1306]

God bless secret santa,nate eaton and his team and of course all the amazing recipients🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏

[@MegaDeansy]

I'm from Scotland but have been watching this for some years now and as every year passes it just gets better and better !

[@kathyborthwick6738LakotaEmoji]

Nate could give classes on how to be a real News reporter and genuine caring person! May Creator Bless, Guide, and Protect East Idaho News, Secret Santa recipients, and all subscribers this season! 🦅💚🦅💚🦅💚🦅

[@rhondalemley4898]

Nate you guys have the best job ever ❤️

[@judys5638]

Nate, Secret Santa, I wish your generosity and kindness were contagious, our souls need healing and these videos sure do help. God bless us all.

[@julienvelvet]

Absolutely the best show on you-tube

[@creativitycell]

Hope there's an update when truck driver gets his new leg, I just love his wife, she's seem so lovely.❤️🙏💐

[@mathy0u]

$1M That's amazing. Incredible person to give so much not only with the money but with this content for the people around the globe. Bless you! Merry Christmas everyone

[@jamestaylor6053]

It goes such long way ❤

[@null841]

The man who needed hearing aids as been my favorite so far. When they're hardened by the cold world so they aren't so welcoming, but reality hits that there is some true kindness in humanity lurking around them. At first they truly don't believe someone would be so kind without a catch, and it's so sweet watching that change on their face when they realize. 😊 This is still my favorite series I've ever watched on KZbin, each year I remember it exists and it makes my heart SO full each time!

[@franceswatts4001]

The way Nate deals with initial rejection is simply inspiring to watch. He is so professional, yet empathetic and persuasive in the best way.

[@GraduatedMoney]

I freaking love the kids reaction at 1:30:08 😭 😭 😭 I just know he heard convo's about them possible having to move man, how beautiful. Major blessings. This is inspiring me to give back even more when I have the means too.

[@earthychef]

Nate and secret Santa have become my favorite new holiday tradition.

[@TR4zest]

Nate, thank you. I am now trying to help someone all the way away in the UK. Thanks secret santa

[@mikewrasman5103]

The Ukrainian widow and her family were EXTREMELY appreciative to Secret Santa for the gift cards and the automobile. My deepest condolences to her and her children.

[@lorrifrench4460]

Can’t wait until Part 2 . God bless the mom , daughter , her father , other recipients , Nate & crew and The Wonderful Secret Santas.

[@YourLocalJohnBoy]

Thank you trucker Rodley for those 3 million dedicated, hard earned miles! Thank you for the things in our stores, the food on our plates, the materials for our homes, and the gas to function in out daily lives. You sir, are amazing!

[@NellieGCabo]

This is TOO MUCH ! she said,can I give some back to you ? She is a pure hearted woman .That was sweet.

[@alicravens6494]

I'm the mom of a son with Down Syndrome. I applaud this!!!!! Love you guys. Us families that have children with Down Syndrome gotta stick together

[@donnagoodwin4189]

I keep watching these episodes over and over and over.....and can't help but clap or cry time and time again. Time and again, I can identify with the issues these people are facing....and. time and again, I, too, managed to get through them in the past. . No secret Santa was out there looking after people facing lost causes then but...........I, now cheer, everytime secret Santa helps out ...again and again. Keep up the good work! The most important gift you give is hope....and you can feel the hope in the air towards the end of each episode. Secret Santa surely feels it too. He is improving the lives of so many people but, in reality, he is improving the lives of the entire world.

[@shaynaletter5589]

Thank you, Secret Santa, and East Idaho News for spreading love and joy around the world, and by helping those in your community. These people are the salt of the earth. Sending love and blessings from the Holy City of Jerusalem. 💕Merry Christmas.💕

[@cherbrowne1637]

This beautiful lady lady asked Nate if she could give some back. How lucky the world is to have people like this who care so much 💕

[@shellycassidy5473]

God blessed you dear santa claus am a special person too you warm my heart and am happy

[@andreacapaldi4300]

Each story on Secret Santa’s list was picked with much love….they are humbled and deserving of something so amazing from one amazing good hearted person. I am speechless

[@muttsrus1919]

Having a bad day?? Watch these - so hopeful and share the LOVE!! Gentleman in wheelchair since 16 that got an All terrain wheelchair was so awesome!!! He is so inspiring to us all and we should be more grateful for everything we have or DON’T have!! (FYI - referring to MYSELF) Bless you Secret Santa

[@calmmix_]

Happy holiday and merry Christmas from Germany. 🎄☃️

[@brendamills13]

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM TEXAS !

[@girlfromsouth214]

My children wanted to watch a Christmas cartoon and I put this on instead. It was so heartwarming that it made my preteen cry. Thank you Secret Santa, Nate and Friends for giving the great gift of an example of empathy and compassion.

[@carolynmarie5585]

Crying....and crying. Stop! I have binge watched most of this and now I want to move to East Idaho. Such beautiful and humble people.

[@ayesandyx]

These never get old. I find myself rewatching them almost every day 🥰

[@cindiemoore2530]

I watched Gale's beautiful heart shine through his gruff face, and his smile was glorious♡

[@angrydingus5256]

If Secret Santa sees this. There is a woman in Idaho that deserves a blessing. She spends her free time helping homefree and travelling folks year round, day to day. She is an absolute angel and a true life saver for many of us. If any secret santas see this and want to help I'll be glad to offer more info.

[@renebenjamin2661]

Wow, I have watched this now every year for 4 years, I live in South Africa and this is so heartwarming, wish we had this kind of gesture here, so many in need. I am a proud member of Lions International Wilro Park Club here in SA and we do as much good as we can during the year. Secret Santa you Rock, to the East Idaho team thank you for putting in the extra time to get to the recipients be it late or early, blessings to you all.

[@eyden1562]

I'm currently binging all of last year's Secret Santa videos just for a boost of goodness in humanity. ❤️

[@MJLover100]

I'm sure Nate knows who the Secret Santa is but he does an amazing job with it.

[@amybostic1439]

Whoever the secret Santa is-thank you for restoring faith in humanity ❤

[@pdiz]

Nate is awesome at reading people and adapts appropriately... He's a natural at being a human being, this can't be taught!

[@barryheckels]

im sorry but cannot stop crying at every one and may i say god bless the donar

[@roseguzmanchin]

Idaho, you prove this country is still Christian and Faithful. God bless Idaho!