Holiday fundraiser benefits Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc. and Habitat for Humanity Northwest New Jersey

One of Washington’s most popular holiday traditions will return for its 17th year this winter. The Rossi Festival of Trees, benefitting Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc. and the Habitat for Humanity Northwest New Jersey, is scheduled for Thursday, December 10, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Rossi Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 410 Route 31 North, Washington, NJ.

“The Festival of Trees uniquely brings our community together in true holiday spirit, because it helps us support two organizations that help many local families,” said Patti Sue Rossi of Rossi Auto Group. “Our goal this year is to raise $110,000. With Rossi covering all of the event expenses, 100% of every donation will again go directly to the organizations.”

Since 2010, the event has raised nearly $700,000, thanks both to corporations such as Silver Bell sponsor Ally Financial, but also to local businesses, families, and individuals. Once more, tree sponsorships are available for a donation of $1,000 for a Fraser Fir, $750 for a Balsam Fir, or $500 for a Douglas Fir. Other sponsorship opportunities, including hanging stars ($100) and wreaths ($400), are also available. Individual admission tickets are $75 each.

Individuals, families, companies, and organizations can register for the following sponsorships:

• Silver Bell sponsorships ($7,500 or more), which include prominent tree placement, free admission for 20 guests, digital recognition, exclusive event recognition, and exclusive promotional items.
• Sleigh Bell sponsorships ($5,000 to $7,499), which include prominent tree placement, free admission for 18 guests, digital recognition, exclusive event recognition, and promotional items.
• Jingle Bell sponsorships ($2,000 to $4,999), which include prominent tree placement, free admission for 16 guests, digital recognition, exclusive event recognition, and shared promotional items.

For more information, contact celebrate@rossifestivaloftrees.com.

About Habitat for Humanity Northwest New Jersey – Habitat for Humanity Northwest New Jersey is a recently merged affiliate of Habitat for Humanity, International, combining the efforts of the Warren and Sussex County Habitat for Humanity affiliates. Having merged officially in 2025, they have served Sussex County since 1993 and Warren County since 1999. An accredited 501 (c)(3) charitable organization, Habitat’s mission is: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. You can learn more about Habitat NWNJ at habitatnwnj.org.  

About Abilities of Northwest Jersey, Inc. – Abilities of Northwest Jersey Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring people with disabilities to achieve their life goals by providing individualized supports. Incorporated in 1974, Abilities works diligently to create an inclusive community where individuals with disabilities are given the opportunity to reach their fullest potential in life. Visit our website at https://www.abilitiesnw.org/, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/abilitiesnw/.