Woman using a borrowed car shocked when some Secret Santa elves show up with a big gift

A Secret Santa is back and this Christmas is bigger than ever!
The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping a local man gift more than $500,000 this holiday season. A lot more. Secret Santa is a real person who wants to remain anonymous and hopes to help as many individuals in our community as he can.
Diana came to the United States from England when she was in her mid-20s. She has worked hard as a single mother raising her four children to adulthood. She has worked more than full-time to make her financial situation work. She has a full-time job at a doctor’s office and for years, she did grocery demos on weekends.
This year has been tough for Diana. Her car was totaled when someone ran into her and when she was borrowing a car, she found the driver’s door frozen shut. She tried to get it open and it broke in the process. She needed to come up with the funds to pay for the broken door on the borrowed car.
Then one morning she woke up and was having problems with her eyes. She had to rely on others to get to the doctor and said at one point, "This is hard. I am usually the one that gets to help people."
After eye surgery, Diana has been able to return to work but she is using a borrowed car and is unsure when she'll be able to afford a new vehicle.
Secret Santa heard about Diana and asked the East Idaho News team to surprise her a few days before Christmas with some nice gifts. Watch the video above to see what happened!

[@JCarlosMois]

Last year I was standing on an over pass rail road tracks bridge determined to finish it right there and for some reason my daughter’s image came to my mind and I called it quit, then I discovered these videos and they gave me lots of reasons to fight and go on with my life, definitely there are persons that are having a tougher lives than mine and yet they’re happy and willing to live not matter what.

[@KrissiCreates]

I'm thankful your daughters face showed up in your mind and changed your heart and kept you here. I've had those thoughts too. But as you said I see these videos or learn of others that have far more troubles than I do !! Bless you!!

[@cggalan3914]

I hope everyone is having a very blessed and healthy Christmas. Never give up hope. Like my mother would always say, "This too shall pass".

[@bettycogswell9851]

Have a blessed Christmas sir. So glad you changed your mind. Call on Jesus. He will help you..

[@technoshaman001]

I'm glad you chose to stay with us for a longer time here on earth, you seem like a great man

[@giorgioaxarmani1]

Amen brother.

[@bryantford3054]

The way she jumped when she thought she was only getting $1000 showed how much she needed the help.

[@c.b.411]

Only lol that would be incredibly helpful to many many many people.

[@aprillsloof8542]

Even the lady behind her jumped.

[@938quilt]

@@aprillsloof8542 I liked the lady behind peeking around to see LOL! that would've been me HA!

[@ronpeacock9939]

Nate Eaton, the luckiest guy in Idaho has been very busy this holiday season... and I'm sure he's not done.... another tear jerker!

[@flyme2009]

he is a great man

[@car65los]

@@flyme2009 Bless his Heart.

[@TheRAYviewYT]

Santa’s Top Elf!!

[@Husky1run]

Great to see good thing happen at these trouble time's

[@whohotmail188]

That damn bastard is a tear jerker!!!!

[@Khanvict08]

Whoever this secret person is, I hope and pray his wealth multiplies by a ton so he can give more and keep on giving. A gem of a person. Changing lives, and helping people in need.

[@DeadSnow101]

Either someone who made it big through the stock market, or someone who inherited a lot of money and was already very humble, didn’t know what to do with most of it. So have it away

[@sgtsnafubohica15]

Love seeing so many people getting gifts so much deserved.

[@car65los]

Bless your Heart with your kind words.

[@timgilmore9279]

@@car65los to

[@sgtsnafubohica15]

@Brenda Hedden smallest gestures make more of an impact on someone's life.

[@ediebaxter6194]

My husband's grandma was British. My parents owned a video store. A lady came in with a British accent. So, my brother would love to ask her questions.

[@modawg1111]

I wonder who those miserable ppl are that gave this a 👎 ? Actually, I’m glad not to know them. Merry Christmas !

[@7eyeswideopen177]

Who else wants to be Santa's helper

[@bonniemcmillion1591]

I love the way everyone in the room clapped and was so happy for her.

[@brendaanne0810]

She was over the moon with the gift cards and the check, then came the car!! So deserving of these gifts!! Bless her heart!! 🎄💞💖

[@MrPittfan95]

"this only happens in movies" "Or east idaho news" You guys at the East Idaho news team need more credit, this is what news should be. Bringing the community together and focusing on the positive instead of the negative. Never change you guys!

[@tryingndoing]

Absolutely!!

[@sabbey-]

I'm from Australia. I think every place needs a Nate Eaton and the East Idaho news.

[@MrPittfan95]

@@sabbey- absolutely agree!

[@mojotwister420]

Amen!! I wish our news did more "feel good" anything. IF they actually put out a nice news story EVERY comment under it BEGS them to do more of them and stop with the dooms day news....they don't listen!!

[@shellycassidy5473]

Thats was sweet we all happy you merry Christmas and happy new year. You work hard blessed you

[@joanmilano5302]

Aww, she was so surprised and thankful. I hope SECRET SANTA knows how much he is loved!

[@AMYV3]

Beautiful!!! I thank secret Santa with all my heart. I’ve started life again with my children after severe domestic abuse. Without a car for the first time. I know how hard it is. When u work hard and be kind all your life. To now struggle. It’s hard. So THANK YOU for making it easier for so many THANK YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦☺️☺️☺️☺️. I feel blessed just to know someone is looking out for those who are having a hard time. It can happen to any of us. I feel love that my sisters are being blessed by you. THANK YOU DEAR SOUL!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@loveforeignaccents]

What a lovely and thankful lady, along with a lot of lovely and obviously very supportive coworkers too! Always love how happy Nate gets when he sees how happy the recipients are too!! Thank you, Secret Santa, for helping these deserving woman!

[@jejuenglish9683]

Awww love her coworkers feeling stoked for her. ❤️ What a lovely humble woman. I am spending christmas alone but watching these videos is enough for me.

[@MrDJS444]

I feel for you and hope you’ll be with loved ones before long. Merry Christmas to you!

[@jejuenglish9683]

@@MrDJS444 Thank you. Have a lovely Christmas!

[@sallyerlandson5881]

Merry Christmas to you! I agree these are such a blessing to watch, and so inspiring. The true spirit of Christmas !

[@jejuenglish9683]

@@sallyerlandson5881 indeed. Have a lovely Christmas.

[@n4gix]

I live alone myself, and have outlived everyone in my extended family. I will be 74 next January, but still in reasonably good health. I moved from NW Indiana, just a few blocks from Southside Chicago because it was becoming far too dangerous for an old man living alone. I now live in the deep forest in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas in a lovely and modern "Mother-in-Law Cottage" on the property of a very generous and kind landlady who recently bought the large mansion just up the hill from me and agreed to rent this little gem of a cottage to me. In 1998 I lost my mother to dementia, and in 1999 I lost my step-mother, my father, and last of all my only brother to hepatic cancer. Since 1999 I had given up celebrating Christmas altogether. Having just discovered this wonderful series of "Secret Santa" episodes, this year (2022) I again have joy in my heart and will be celebrating Christmas once more. I too wish Arkansas had a familar "Secret Santa" program. .Merry Christmas, everyone!

[@marinemom351]

“This only happens in the movies “ . She had me laughing out loud. That is something I would say too. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

[@richletram539]

That was a Great line! 😁

[@patriceleeann6682]

HOW BEAUTIFUL PRAISE GOD FOR KIND LOVING PEOPLE 💖💖💖💖💖

[@monusbrewer4911]

WOW, that poor woman needed a break. She had a beautiful smile, infectious! Secret 🎅 you picked a great one again.

[@Mammaj1963]

She was excited for the gift cards alone , what a sweet deserving lady

[@car65los]

A well deserving loving kind woman. Bless her heart and soul along with Secret Santa.

[@brichi5407]

It’s strange hearing a fellow British in America and well done her for making a better and wonderful life for herself and the children, thank you America for welcoming us brits to your homeland 🙏🙏🇬🇧🇬🇧♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@GrandTime-17]

We are glad you're here! 🇺🇸😊. Love you Brits' accents! So cool!

[@donnamorris2993]

Nicely said Marie Austin! another Brit 🇬🇧 here wanting to thank you for helping our fellow british lady

[@CatCmdr]

God Bless the British! We Love you! 🇬🇧 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@robkinstle29]

Cheers luv

[@tonysansom]

It shouldn't have mattered at all but I was delighted when Nate announced she is a fellow Brit 😀

[@mckellclyde777]

“This only happens in movies!”

[@nky88nscfl]

And Idaho :)

[@KrystleVoss2013]

Idaho

[@tinoj9661]

getting the feeling that secret santa owns the local hyunday dealership.

[@17thwhiteprince]

You actually might be on to something.. 🤫🤔

[@laoshiolsen]

Secret Santa also gives out Chevy vehicles. So, if they are owned by the same person....

[@sready1188]

I think so to

[@macking104]

@Jimmy Johns1210 yea, a car dealer in Las Vegas is super generous with fox5's surprise squad.

[@trvman1]

The thing is, most of these people would be happy with a 5 year old car that runs great and looks great. So actually the Secret Santa could be giving out more cars for the same amount of money they spend on just 1 car. It's like if she needed housing. Do you think she would care if she got a 30 year old home over a brand new one? I think not.

[@Ron71997]

The funny thing is... regardless of how happy she is receiving this car, most viewers and I think the Secret Santa is just as happy if not more seeing such a touching story.

[@petetling]

Merry Merry Christmas Everyone!!!

[@stephallan2543]

Much blessings and encouragement today. Merry Christmas 🎄 2020

[@jenniferjames7786]

Merriest Christmas to you and everyone watching.

[@diewilden80er73]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2021!

[@takeittodehart1507]

Merry Christmas 🎄

[@stephenochosiete9869]

There’s proof watching these videos helps your physical and mental well being.

[@JasperEdwinAsir]

Six people who wanted a brand new Hyundai Tucson for themselves disliked this video because of jealousy

[@waynebryant1857]

Way to focus on the negative.

[@xxxrosexxx123]

Every video has them and I wonder to myself "who could give this. Thumbs down?" Whatevs, I celebrate a little harder in the other direction💃💃

[@tatonkatatonka]

26 jealous people out there now You have a Great Christmas your self

[@Barbarawejr]

I waited up in case there was a new Secret Santa and I was not disappointed! So sweet. I can now go to bed and sleep well.

[@tryingndoing]

Good dreams!

[@kristytrost8864]

Not far from my apts and my kids see the dr there Diana is amazing woman

[@flyme2009]

i wonder she doesn't hve british accent. seeing british living in canada still hve their strong accent 40 years later

[@LauraBidingCitizen]

@@flyme2009 I think American accents can be a bit stronger :) It all depends who she’s been around. If her children were born & raised in Idaho as well as working there, she’ll have adapted her accent naturally. Whereas if you move with family, you often keep the british twang! My brother moved to San Diego from the U.K. 5 yrs ago & still very much sounds british. I’m not sure how I’ll feel if it vanishes lol! But he’s in his 40’s so he may end up keeping it. I love accents :)

[@JMC01644]

@@LauraBidingCitizen I was born and raised in the U.S. but she sounded like she still had a bit of her accent to me. Maybe not completely but some?

[@davids3668]

@GeorgiaBound Agreed... I think she still has a bit of her natural accent, but any of her family in the UK probably thinks she sounds like an American now.

[@JMC01644]

@@davids3668 I just love any accent, especially those from England and France. 😁

[@bounaimhamza4792]

The best part for me is that, everyone around her looks happy for her, no looks of jalousie or envy.

[@ssingh7544]

Who ever is the santa i want to hug him

[@jenniferjames7786]

Me too!

[@wadeunderhile7977]

I'm always amazed that no matter how cold it is the person getting the car doesn't notice the cold. Absolutely awesome, thank you secret Santa

[@shinjuinoue6600]

Am I the only one teary eyed from seeing this ⁉️To think she was having such a hard time and working so hard when she gets so much for being a good person, doing her best in times of great trouble. If Santa was searching for a deserving person, she would fit the bill👍💗 So happy for her and her family ❣️

[@robbgnarly]

I live in Florida and these are some of the nicest people I have seen online

[@evaflandrak4273]

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL....

[@ChromeLuxx]

The ladies in her office were so happy for her. She is a lucky person to have such wonderful people around her too!

[@tieiatalks]

She’s so lovely! Merry Christmas 🎁 🎄 everyone.

[@frandistabile4723]

Yes she is! Merry Christmas!

[@gregk.8802]

Back at you. Merry Christmas. God bless

[@sudhalovestoteach2276]

This happens only in movies ..Nate says it happens in idaho news...so cute to see the smiles... Merry Christmas to one and all

[@toosense]

sudha loves to teach I think it happens more in Idaho news than in movies! Lol Merry Christmas to you too my friend.

[@sudhalovestoteach2276]

@@toosense thxs n wish u merry Christmas and advanced new year wishes ..

[@toosense]

sudha loves to teach yes, Amen! Happy New Year to you and your loved ones!

[@stoneshrink]

you know she's a great person by this one thing alone... all the other ladies in the office are crying in happiness for her. That's all we need to know. No, I'm not crying, seems we have a ninja duster going around my office.

[@scubardiveshop1389]

You guys are AMAZING! Love from Taiwan.

[@lorenlash9174]

So many mothers are unsung heroes. Glad this one got a break!

[@vipulchander8319]

Needed this ryt now needed a smile 😊

[@tieiatalks]

Awww. I’m sending you a smile. And a virtual hug. Merry Christmas.

[@vipulchander8319]

@@tieiatalks thank u soo much dear.. god bless u and ur family merry Christmas 🌸✌🏻

[@KrissiCreates]

Sending big smiles and hugs to you !!! Merry Christmas!!!

[@nelks1284]

Love you and Secret Santa. God bless you both!

[@brian1801]

The best part about these videos is that you know the people receiving the gifts are deserving. They unselfishly have put others first and it has not gone unnoticed.

[@troystewart7730]

EVERYTIME they need help with the key- I think that’s proof they are deserving. The joy that. “IT STARTS!” priceless

[@donsumner9268]

Thank you Secret Santa and East Idaho News crew for sharing the holiday joy with us!! Christmas blessings to all!!

[@markfreeman4213]

As someone who watches everyone of these videos from the England never expected you would surprise a Brit in you small part of the world love it and every other video thank you for spreading joy around the world! Keep up the amazing work and thank you secret Santa you do more than you will ever know not only for the people that get the gifts but also everyone that watches!

[@kimw1520]

Dammit Nate, quit cutting onions!

[@MDeLorien]

She's absolutely adorable. Happy holidays to everyone here ❤❤❤❤❤ Greetings from Portugal

[@blackandgold676]

Right? I want so many of the people whom they show to live next door. So many nice people in the world... including you, in Portugal!

[@MDeLorien]

@@blackandgold676 happy holidays 😊

[@takeittodehart1507]

Happy Holidays to you 🎄

[@MDeLorien]

@@takeittodehart1507 thanks 🎄☃️❄

[@ariaxrose1]

Aww your message from Portugal to a british woman in America almost made me cry its just so sweet ♥️

[@michaelfox2618]

You go thru so many emotions in this 5 minute video. How overjoyed she was. Beautiful! Thanks secret Santa and east Idaho news.🤗👍✅

[@ms.cellaneous7458]

Another well deserving person. Thank you Secret Santa and Nate! Merry Christmas from Texas to everyone!

[@RennieAsh]

That office would be cool to work in

[@byroncoffelt7023]

East Idaho's secret santa is great! MERRY CHRISTMAS!

[@donnamocko5805]

God Bless You, from Georgia, Secret Santa & God Bless You, too, Nate, for all that you do!! 🙇‍♀️💜Merry Christmas to you both!!🎄🎅🤶☃️❄

[@kingsexploits]

Genuinely elated. Hats off to the Donor and the News crew for delivery.

[@alissdiaz7052]

May East Idaho news be an example to others that are able to help those that are in true need. I have five children two are autistic yet our Help of Nevada, Salvation Army, 211… Are out of resources. Mind you I reached out to them end of November early December. Yet as of today they were still asking for donations. We have always donated. Now that we are in need of help, there are no more resources available. God bless!!

[@leighwalton8190]

I pray you get help from somewhere else, Aliss. God Bless.

[@Savedbygracethroughfaith_7]

You should post your paypal email. I would send you something.

[@gsmith6026]

Please contact the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in your area. They will help with food, utilities, rent, clothing and household items. You don’t have to be a member, they will help anyone in need.

[@CorHor]

Her co-workers were genuinely happy for her, says a lot

[@agungbaros4235]

Thank you secret Santa n God bless you Nate 🙏❤️ watching from Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@fioname3495]

About the same time this video was released I was with my family enjoying our Christmas Eve dinner. My Dad (90 yrs old) played Secret Santa this year (we had all agreed on no presents as it’s been a tough year for everybody). Dad decided that we all needed something special to cheer us up but the gifts were both shocking and unbelievable. My brother and I were both given a new car 🚙 (I’d been borrowing a car for a while now) and the rest of the families gifts were just as astounding. Needless to say I have been in tears for about 3 hrs and still can’t believe it! Talk about a shock to the system. Anyway, long story short, I know how this woman is feeling, so THANK YOU to East Idaho Secret Santa 🎅🏼 for making someone feel so special. Blessings from Australia 🇦🇺 🙏✌🏼❤️

[@Alex-hz6dj]

🇺🇸 Secret Santa for President 2024 🇺🇸 🇺🇸Nate for Vice President 2024🇺🇸

[@CalTek]

3:17 co-worker in the BG says it all.

[@paulthomas5901]

💯%👏🖖

[@acp865]

She’s a cutie

[@believingtoday]

So happy the door stayed on when she opened it. What joy and gratefulness she had.

[@flyme2009]

it is 230 am. secret santa pls dont let my eyes get wet

[@reviewsmartpk2792]

I wish you a happy and healthy Christmas full of love😊merry ChristmasHappy Holidays everyone!🎄 🥰🤗🎄🎶💕 #MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays

[@reviewsmartpk2792]

☺

[@juliafleming7538]

Let’s see if it starts, IT Does!!!!! Love it, bless her heart!❤️

[@nadinefrandsen6087]

Love this so much!!

[@prinscharles4817]

Oh God👍great Nate and Santa🙏Merry Christmas to all🙏Greetings from Trivandrum❤️India🙏

[@georgieargie8217]

God Bless. Merry Christmas from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️❤️

[@lazeyjo2477]

I hope Secret Santa realizes the gift they bring to all of us viewers too! I look forward to these videos every year!

[@flatwater5]

This is life-changing generosity on the part of Secret Santa. LIFE-CHANGING. Whoever "Secret Santa" is, may God bless and keep you and yours!

[@VidzWorld2019]

Nice to see such kind-hearted and effervescent humans like Nate Eaton spreading love and joy around them. If only there were more people like him, the world 🌎 would be a much happier place now 😊❤️❤️❤️

[@nky88nscfl]

I love when they’re so grateful for the first gift and they have a car waiting for them to be surprised with.

[@BigWelshMike]

Agreed. We’re all quietly smiling and thinking “wait until you see what Nate’s ‘forgotten to give you’”. 😂

[@cberylcacvhione1772]

AMEN God bless her

[@jodeming5088]

May God forever bless this lady. Secret santa stop making me cry

[@rnrchickenman]

How can people dislike these videos. I LOVE the Secret Santa, he makes a lonely old man cry.

[@cluckcluck2001]

If only all multi-millionaires were like this instead of buying that extra yacht or house in Beverly Hills. They would feel better and the World would be a better place

[@charlotted6247]

Oh Bless her heart!!! Shes so precious. God Bless you Nate and Secret Santa. Shes so grateful.

[@wsue1038]

Praise the Lord! \O/ \O/ when we focus on our blessings, life is good!!!

[@annemacleod1421]

Another gorgeous gift sent with love from Secret Santa....I’ll have to stop as it’s Christmas Eve in New Zealand... but such a lovely one to go to sleep on. Xx to all the Secret Santas as there are many nearby snd far away ... from the smallest of gestures to the bigger ones, and we all share the blessing of being givers and being the ones to accept help. 🇳🇿🇳🇿🐑🐑🌲🌲😷🤗

[@RJSAMCRO]

I often wonder if the Secret Santa is sitting at home watching these videos and crying right along with us. If he is I hope he knows he has made this year and Christmas Season better for all of us.

[@lisanonaym6377]

I loved seeing how happy she was. Also how happy her coworkers were for her. She is so deserving. Keep on being a bad ass, lady!!

[@pennyduncan5980]

Yep! Only in movies or East Idaho News! Congratulations Dianna.

[@croozerIII]

The goodness & kindness demonstrated over & over again in these stories is so wonderful - thank you Secret Santa, Nate Eaton, & the crew from East Idaho News!

[@RM-gn2nj]

SS and Nate strike again !! Bringing hope,tears of joy,and much needed support to deserving folks in need.

[@CatCmdr]

Sweet!! "This only happens in movies!". Nate, "And on East Idaho News!" Secret Santa smiles...and feels warm in his Heart. ❤️🫂

[@paveltolz6601]

Thank you Secret Santa for doing what many would like to do for others but cannot. For those with the spirit of giving to those in need, please trust me that even a small gesture goes so far in the lives of those in need. Bless you all.

[@JC-gs6sv]

Im from the Uk and I tune in to watch this everyday that its on. An absolute pleasure to watch... especially given the year we have all been put through. There's many high level people that are shoved in our faces all year who have 'loads of money' ... we all know who they are. They could do things such as this everyday of the year and create so much good feeling, whilst not even missing the money, yet they chose not to do so. At least Secret Santa is showing us that there are still generous people out there who are willing to share their successes, hard work and luck with others. Secret Santa... massive respect to who ever you are and id like to wish a very Merry Christmas to you and yours😁 Much love to all at this time of year🙏 Many happy returns everybody!😊

[@joecamp1841]

I am so glad she has a car now, may God pour blessings from Heaven upon the secret Santa.

[@judibrommer7569]

She warmed my heart!! Merry Christmas!! Jesus is THE REASON for the SEASON!!

[@vickiparrish3235]

No news is more spiritually satisfying than this wonderful station!!

[@Jason-uw3wn]

Love seeing co workers super happy for them when they get these amazing gifts. Brings everyone joy seeing people’s lives changed.

[@Bigpunmd]

Her co workers so happy for her and tearing up ugh just a beautiful moment

[@kuncorotriatmoko4794]

This video should’ve be longer. Took the expression of the family member. It’s should be touching.

[@iainthirdyarradazasolmayor829]

Your videos are my Happy Pill.. give love on Christmas day 😍😍😍

[@keithbraham6438]

I love that her co workers are so happy for her!! Spread the Love

[@meaty220]

This and Fox5 Surprise Squad are God-sends.

[@BronteBlu2]

I swear...I cry over every one of these videos. So happy for the people. Secret Santa has a heart bigger than Texas. What a blessing to be able to bless others in such grand ways..and how fun for the 'elves' to deliver the gifts to those struggling and going through reall tough times! I'll never understand the thumbs-down on these videos. It just sems like bitter jealousy and envy....and it's pretty pathetic to begrudge those in need getting help!

[@lorenaarias1952]

Everybody reacts differently, but this lady’s reaction is the ones I love! God bless Secret Santa!

[@rramanamahesh]

What a day for her. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁🎅

[@joannadee3565]

These Secret Santa's make me feel so good! Merry Christmas everyone!

[@twerkinthecityhuh6340]

You can just tell how deserving these ppl are .... Like this lady!!

[@yaimavol]

Watching these makes you want to move to East Idaho. So many amazing people.