Bethlehem, PA — November 9, 2025 —The Citizens’ Christmas City Committee in partnership with the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce, has launched its annual Trellis Ornament fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting Victory House of Lehigh Valley, which has supported men and veterans for 40 years. This year’s ornament supports a meaningful new chapter for the organization: the opening of its first-ever licensed recovery house for women.
“The phrase ‘Legacy of Love,’ etched into this year’s Christmas City trellis ornament, could not be more fitting. It was the theme of our 40th anniversary, marking four decades of compassion, community, and second chances at Victory House — and this year, it also marks a new chapter as we open our Women’s Recovery Home. We’re honored to be this year’s ornament beneficiary and thankful to everyone whose holiday spirit helps us continue this legacy of love in action.” – Tom Carson, Executive Director Victory House of Lehigh Valley
“When someone purchases this year’s Trellis ornament, they’re doing more than celebrating Christmas in the Christmas City, they’re helping empower men and veterans, and now women on their journey toward healing, stability, and independence,” said Tammy Wendling, Senior Vice President of Bethlehem Initiatives, Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Trellis Dedication at the Tree Lighting Ceremony
At the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Payrow Plaza on November 28th, the Trellis will be formally dedicated to Victory House of Lehigh Valley in honor of this milestone. The Committee also intends to present Victory House with a check in January, representing community contributions from ornament sales.
How to Purchase
The 2025 Bethlehem Trellis Ornament is available online at: https://bit.ly/3JDDb56
Sales will continue while supplies last, and for the first time, shipping is now available.
About Victory House of Lehigh Valley: Victory House is a not-for-profit organization committed to addressing the challenges faced by men and veterans in their transition from homelessness. They are provided shelter services and supportive resources to move toward independence in the community. Our work is an expression of our personal faith, hope, and compassion.
About the Citizens’ Christmas City Committee: In the 1960s, the Citizens’ Christmas City Committee was established with the goal of enhancing the Christmas experience in Bethlehem while sharing some of the associated costs. The Committee continues to fundraise annually to support initiatives that highlight Bethlehem as “Christmas City USA.”
About The Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce: The mission of the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce is to advocate, preserve and advance business and community interests to further economic growth in the city of Bethlehem.
About the Chamber: The mission of The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economy and quality of life in the Lehigh Valley Metropolitan Area. We accomplish this through business-to-business networking events and marketing products, affinity programs and exclusive, money saving member benefits, training programs, government affairs initiatives and public policy advocacy, and community development enterprises. With nearly 5,000 members who employ more than 200,000, the Chamber is the largest in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and in the top ten nationwide.
Information provided to TVL by:
The Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce
