"The wreaths that you have provided for our patients were absolutely beautiful and brought so much joy to the patients and families that received them"
Testimony from a partner organization, 2024
Our Mission
Spreading Joy, Year Round
We are a volunteer run initiative bringing joy to our community, inspired by the joyful life of Allison Sillence. We collect holiday wreaths from a network of creative and dedicated volunteers and donate them to individuals and families that have been impacted by illness or hardship.
Decorating for the holidays can take time, energy, and other resources that may not be readily available for those facing illness or hardship. Our aim is to provide a safe, easy way to participate in this holiday tradition.
Our Story
We are a group of friends all touched by the joyful life of Allison Meyer Sillence. Allison dedicated her life to service and non-profit work.
When undergoing treatment for cancer in 2022, she found herself and her family without the time, energy, and extra resources to partake in one of her favorite holiday traditions: decorating the house for Christmas.
Discussing this issue with friends, she expressed that after her treatment she would create a service to decorate the houses of those facing similar circumstances.
Her friends and family continue this legacy after her passing: to spread joy to those who may need it.
Who We Are
Allison recruited Deepesh as a volunteer in 2009. After moving to the United States, Deepesh found himself wanting to create community through service and found a kindred spirit in Allison, her loving family, and her group of dedicated friends.
The Wreath It To Us team is made up of individuals who have been similarly inspired by Allison's dedication to serving others and spreading joy.
We are a small team of volunteer board members who navigate a large network of volunteer wreath crafters and receiving community partners. If you are interested in joining our cause as a volunteer or partner, reach out to us.
Current Board Members:
Deepesh Dhingra (Chair)
Sophia Hudzik (Vice Chair)
Megha Dharia (Treasurer)
Fred Hartmann
Jessica Hartmann
Jim Sillence
Rinu Cherian

