McDonald's employee who walks over 2 miles to work gets special Christmas gift from a Secret Santa
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ม.ค. 2025
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The EastIdahoNews.com team is busy helping a local Secret Santa give $1 million to deserving people in eastern Idaho this holiday season.
Isaiha has always been a responsible person.
Two and half years ago, he and his siblings were sent to live with their grandma. Isaiha held down a job, went to school and played hockey as he worked toward a scholarship. He eventually dropped out of both school and hockey to help his grandma with his siblings.
Isaiha’s grandma was diagnosed with cancer in August 2022 and passed away this March. A month later, Isaiha’s brother lost his life.
Isaiha and his older sister were left to fend for themselves. He pulled himself out of depression with her help.
Isaiha works at McDonald's and hopes to save enough money to get into a place of his own. He bought a car six months ago but it broke down the same week he bought it. He walks about three miles each way to get to work or relies on rides from his sister or friends.
He doesn’t give up on himself or let his situation define him. Isaiha has a big heart, is kind and has a smile that is contagious. He has goals to continue his education and get back into hockey.
Secret Santa asked that we visit Isaiha and surprise him with a special Christmas gift. Watch the video in the player above!
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Can you imagine being through all that at such a young age? Thank-you Secret Santa for giving this young man a well deserved hand up and for letting his supportive sister be a part of it!
Absolutely deserving! What a great kid and so thankful🎄🎁🙏🏻❤️
THANK YOU Secret Santa🎅🏻🎀and East Idaho News Crew Elves!! 🤗⛄⭐🕊️
Amen...beautiful story indeed...God Bless him and Sister. Merry Christmas Everyone.
I was told this a a kid my grandfather my mom's dad had to quit school in order to support the family l heard he hated to do that because of his reasons and he swore that his kids will never quit school and better one self and they didn't well they got their GED but again no one was able to take that away from them or yourself kudos for him and EIN and especially the staff there and blessings for everyone here and there across the universe.🌹🤩🥰😘 And merry Christmas to one and all.
Every state or country needs a secret Santa.
He will grow to be someone truly special! ❤
Isaiah is shy and a bit overwhelmed, but grateful. Sister Aurelia loves her brother and was so happy for him. This gift will change his future for the better. Whoever nominated him is very kind. Another well done job Secret Santa
Yes, you can tell he’s very grateful but painfully shy and doesn’t care for a lot of attention. His gift is so well deserved. I pray he’s able to get back into hockey and fulfill his dreams of going to school!♥️
Thank you Nate and all the team at EINews, you instantly change people's lives for the better and do it in such a loving, caring, compassionate way. May you and the secret santa be blessed with good health, happiness and love for all you do for people who have often been through the most awful times in life and illness
Great kid with a bright future, with his sister by his side!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A wonderful surprise & so well-deserved! Tear-jerking story, for sure.❤
Give them both a huge hug. I can’t think of anyone more deserving. I drive the same suv and love it. And Aurelia is such a beautiful name
It was such a privilege to play hockey with Isaiah! He was always so positive and loved the game. I'm so happy he had this blessing come toward him this year. I can say, just from the little details I have seen of his life and the things he was dealing with mid-season, he deserves everything the world can offer! This put a smile on my family's face, knowing a distant family member is getting better. We love you, Zay. You will always have a home with your team, on the ice, and with us. Forever and always.
Isaiah is even more blessed with friends like you❤
Absolutely amazing! I love this!
I live in Christchurch, New Zealand and have watched these videos the last couple of years and of course, go through the tissues…and this one is particularly sweet after reading your comment. It takes a village, including his work colleagues at McDs, to show kindness and stoke the fire of self-belief after such challenges at such an early age. Take care of him and yours, ‘Kia kaha’ which means ‘stay strong’ in Māori, our indigenous language, from New Zealand to you in East Idaho. 01.01.2024! 🐑🐑🇳🇿🇳🇿
Love this, hope he gets back into Hockey!
Blessings..blessings..I know he deserves the world. His smile ❤
I know people might think hes ungrateful but this kid has been through so much heartache he seems like hes in total disbelief
he was probably worried about the insurance is has to pay now 😭 i would be
@@JCpovvv Did you not see they gave him a check for a thousand dollars to pay for insurance and registration? He also had a car but it broke down so he was probably already used to paying insurance for his last car.
@@JCpovvvbud you can find car insurance as cheap as $160 a month. which is nothing lol
I love that he reacted the way he did, not faking anything to please someone else. I am sure he is just as happy as those that break down in tears, but that is simply not in his nature. To react less visible, but real, is way better than to fake a big reaction. Good kid, you deserve it!
He reminds me a lot of my brother. This is how my brother would react too if something like this happened to him but he would be absolutely elated.
Well I mean he’s been through a lot did you even listen to what they said he’s been through
@@AnythingLoungeWhat’s your problem? Don’t be rude.
Totally agree, and subconsciously, he has shred so many tears over the passing of his gran and his brother, he likely has a way of withholding his tears for other occasions
@@phylomenad1145wym how were they being rude can’t you read
As a fellow that was a dishboy at chilis for 4 years and walked 4 miles to work i LOVE to see this. im no longer doing that but the struggle is real.
You are the backbone of America
My sons used to walk several miles to work, and my grandfather used to walk about 20 miles to work at a factory for 25 cents an hour and then 20 miles homee after shift. It's definitely respectable to walk to work, still make it through a shift, and then make it home. Well done! Glad you don't have to go through this anymore.
So? That's great exercise. You must have been healthier back then
bold assumption buddy i walk even more now@@Scott-got-caught
You’re not mad he walked less than you and gets a free car?
Poor kid. What a sweet quiet young man. I’m so happy for him.
Lol, you're happy for him he sold the car for drugs then overdosed and while he was in the hospital his sister took the rest of the money and got arrested for drugs and prostitution. Yeah really a time to be happy for someone I mean seriously what's wrong with you
He’s got that tweeker vibe
She had that prostitution vibe…. lol
@@Mr.Death101 How do you even know that? Also why are you getting so angry at Jenn Righter's comment. If what you said is true, then how was she supposed to know?
@@RossLemon seriously? It's a simple thing to find not only that but just make a foia request which is the freedom of information act and it will tell you everything. And her comments sucks because people just say who they think are great people or wonderful and hard-working people even though they don't know them or anything prior they just see a video and comment like an uneducated moron. I've seen comments with people have said all this is such a great guy and he's so humble and he is such a great family Guy and then two months later he slaughtered his family. People are idiots don't make a comment on somebody if you don't know the truth and why waste money on some bum?
These two siblings are just perfect. The way she cares for her brother is absolutely beautiful. These two kids have been through so much and are working so hard. They deserve the world. Prayers for these two kids.
I loved when she hugged him while he was obviously in shock 😭
Bless him and McDonalds. I now have cancer so I will pray for him as people pray for me
Fuck Macdonalds low paying job. Now don't ask me if I eat double cheeseburger and hot n spicy mmm I'm loving it😂
What’s the update?
God bless you! I will pray for your healing. Merry Christmas.
Praying for you!
Praying for you! You will get through whatever it is that you have. After every storm, the sun comes out.
When i was younger i didn't show a lot of emotion either, i was just very reserved and didn't know how to express myself. I know he's insanely grateful for the gift.
He is stunned. After a series of seriously sad events, this young man is staying strong for the siblings he has to take care of. Thank you Secret Santa from a fellow American
You took the words right out of my mouth. I think he's been so used to bad things happening that he was shocked at this and didn't fully absorb what was going on. So thankful to that secret santa. He and his sister deserve it 😭😭
I’d give up all the money I’ve made in the big city to be surrounded by good people like this. East Idaho is truly blessed!!
of our heart's true desires, how God made us Psalm 133:1 "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity".
You can do it now :)
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND YOUR SIS GORGEOUS YALL KEEP YOIR HEAD UP AND KEEP DOING YOU MUCH LOVE
Just make sure to vote red if you do, that is all we ask!
@@mdaiken82 you are absolutely correct ! People want to leave the cesspool cities but then keep voting for the same distinction in our communities.
Blessings
This young man seems shy and rather confused that someone would do something so nice for him. "Is it for real? " So adorable Isaiah. I'm very pleased for him and his sister surely been having a rough time in life. Secret Santa you just turned another life to a better way of living. God bless Secret Santa and his friendly helpers
Blessings to you all for safe happy and peaceful holidays 🙏
He was thankful unlike the brat from Guatemala
Amen.
Stoned
He is so overwhelmed.. you can tell he grateful. But very shy. God bless you brother.
You never know what someone is going through. Saying good morning and hi can say a thousand words.
Isiah is so shy and humble. It seems like the individuals that Secret Santa recognizes all have those two traits. They help their family, friends, and community and just go on with their business. It’s so refreshing to see unsung heroes rewarded.
He cannot express himself, but what a sweet young man. Thank you guys for blessing Isaiah with a car. God bless you.
Can you imagine going thru what he went thru... I thing thats more the reason why showing emotions may be difficult for him but you can really see it in his eyes how grateful he was
I hope you guys will let the secret Santa know from a nobody in Indiana that what he's doing is wonderful not just by helping them out financially but by actually caring for these people. I wish I was in a better position to help myself. Even though they're in Idaho and I'm in Indiana it doesn't really matter. A person in need can be anywhere. God bless you all every one....
Have you in my heart. Wishing you a Merry Christmas. ❤
You are not a nobody ~ And great message to Secret Santa ~
Merry Christmas Jamienye🎉🎉🎉God loves you 🎉
A heartfelt comment. Blessings to you.
Merry Christmas! Remember there is lots of things we can all do for others that cost nothing more then just our time. And often our time can be the greatest gift to others.
Just by his reaction you can tell he ain't used to nice things happening to him. I hope this right here is the start of something new for him and that he succeeds in life
This one is the best. What a loving sister.
Beautiful. Thanks secret Santa. Merry Christmas to everyone reading this. Greetings from Kenya.🇰🇪
Merry Christmas!!!
And Merry Christmas to you from Canada 🇨🇦
MERRY CHRISTMAS from Durban 🌍🦁🦓🦏South Africa 🤗😍
Merry Christmas from New York!
🎄Greetings and Merry Christmas to you in Kenya! 🙂🎄
The sister is the greatest support any person could ever want true definition of love
God bless this young man & his family.
he did everything not to burst into tears. bless man !
This young man is an example of a great human being. He has experienced so much hardship at such a young. Hardship that would destroy anyone and yet, he moves forward. You look at him and you know that he is responsible and kind. May the Lord bless him forever.
Glad he was blessed after all he has been through and certainly hope he continues on with his education/at least gets a GED.
Thank you, Secret Santa!!
Glad he had a Secret Santa who gave him a car. He deserves it! I'm crying.
Me too
He deserves it? Could you know him personally? Just so you know he sold the car for drugs overdosed on those drugs and while he was in the hospital the sister took the rest of the money and it was arrested for prostitution so you're idiots
From what I’ve read he sold the car overdosed and while he was in the hospital his sister took the money for drugs.
@@joski9030 Why would u say something like that
@@lucien4980because they're miserable and can't stand seeing anyone else be happy.
He seems like such a sweet guy!
He’s so overwhelmed. He’s so used to making sacrifices that just the thought of someone doing such a wonderful thing for him - he’s speechless and in shock! I am so glad he was chosen, he needs to feel that he is not invisible, he matters.
You know the other guys in the back that have been there for years were probably low key pissed lol
He is so cute and sweet! You can tell he's overwhelmed! May God increase him in every way and bless him with a great wife and a great life in Jesus name Amen!
Amen!
Amen!
Merry Christmas to you, EIN, Secret Santa & everyone reading this!! Enjoy this beautiful holiday, everyone!!!
My tears are flowing. I wanted to reach thru my phone & give this young man a huge hug. Thanks secret santa for what you did for him!
This was the first Christmas season I’ve seen Secret Santa. Watched them all, plus others from previous years. I wish every state had this. Nate, you’ve done a wonderful job with secret santa. A big thank you!
He is so shy, they both are in shock! Such a sweet young man!
Within 1 minute I’m over here wishing I had a million bucks just to give to Isaiah. Thank you to everybody who helped this young man 🙏🏾💖💖💖
if i can donate 5 thousand then you can too
This fine young man and his siblings have been through a lot, still they have decided to do whatever it takes to keep going. I am sure his grandmother taught them good. Going strong the right way and no turning to drugs, alcohol and crime is the only way to get out of poverty and not become homeless. God bless him and all the people who made this possible.
Big thumbs up for your sister too!!!
Praise God!!!
Thank you Secret Santa!!!
There is no god
He's so humble. That kid has been through a lot. It's beautiful to see a brother and sister so loving to each other. What kind souls. I hope he can get into hockey again and back to his education. Secret Santa did an awesome job with this young man!
THANKS FOR LETTING THIS YOUNG MAN KNOW THAT PEOPLE CARE EVEN THOUGH THEY NOT YOUR FAMILY . EPIC
He wants to cry but he can't. He's been through so much that he has trained himself to keep it in. Which is very hard to unlearn sometimes. I wish him all the best.
All the tragedy he and his sister have been through, the gifts for him are amazing
and you can see how grateful they both are and deserve the goodness they recieved.
God bless those two.
You can tell he is very humble person. Merry Christmas everyone.
He has a great smile and a kind heart. I think he has a bright future ahead of him! Thank you, Nate, and Secret Santa!
He handled that so well. I would have been a nervous wreck and embarrassed at that age.
Some people like him are so speechless, they’re not used to good things happening. There is no doubt that there is gratitude flowing through his heart. I hope him and his sister have a wonderful life.
With what he's gone through he could easily have gone down the wrong road ! But he's hard working and focused ! Good on him !
This story bought tears to my eyes may God bless this young man and his family
@tonyacook3281 I SURELY am!😊😊😊❤
Secret Santa, EIN and all others valuable person precious work always and Love from Bharat (India) 🇮🇳
Love from the USA ❤😊
I’m a year late, but I hope Isaiah is doing well. He and his sibs have overcome so much. I’m sure their parents and Grandma would be proud. Merry Christmas 🎁🎄🎅🏼
Now this is the real spirit of the US; good ppl doing good things!
You can tell that they both have good hearts. A well deserved gift I am sure.
Thanks for a great season guys!
Still supposed to be going through with these till the end of the year according to another commenter on another one of these videos, so fingers crossed!
They deliver gifts to New Years eve
Wishing Isaiha and his sister a very Merry Christmas. Wow, they have been through so much. Praying for better days for them both. Thank you Secret Santa for another wonderful gift for a truly deserving person. Thanks to Nate and all of the Helper Elves today for the delivery and video. Merry Christmas everyone.🌟🎄🌟
I have an addiction.........AN ADDICTION SEEING GOOD PEOPLE GET WHAT THEY DESERVE... This is awesome ❤❤
I couldn't help but smile throughout the entire video. Isaiah is a very soft-spoken young man. No doubt the generous gift of a set of wheels will not only help him get around but will lift his spirits. His sister is adorable and seems very sweet also. I'm happy for him and wish their family a very Merry Christmas!!
❤️🌲❤️🌟❤️🌲❤️
Poor shy young man ❤❤❤
This kid is a warrior. I hope he knows a lot of people are rooting for him. You got this brother. I hope you achieve your dream with hockey
I'm not crying....there's something in my eye!
I just want too thank Nate and all the fantastic commenters here for this seasons great content. As a little tradition i stop watching the secret santa vids on the 25th. I will be back again for the next season. I hope all of you get a great christmas and try and find a moment where you can relax a little. Just enjoy the company of your loved ones.
Why? They deliver gifts to New Years eve
Life can be unfair at times, and it can seem like nobody cares. I'm so proud of this young man for the sacrifices he's made for his family and for having a good work ethic. Sometimes all we need in life is for someone to stretch out their hand to us and give us a little boost to keep us going and on the right track. God bless Secret Santa and this deserving young man.
eurocentric culture actively seeks to murder 99% of the human species with labor induced starvation. nothing about this story is cute. people should just get paid enough to buy their own necessities. not have to depend on the charity of people who literally think its ok to make 99% of the human species die from starvation
I used to walk miles per day just to find food.
But, I'm glad this kid got a car.
The ability to find happiness in others is what makes us human.
I see this is a year old, now. I hope this really blessed him, and it was a help to propel his life in a more positive direction. He is absolutely adorable. 🙏🏾
A humble young man. Wishing him the best.
This reminds me of the other young man who had to walk to work, and you featured it a few years ago. This is really awesome. Diversed recipients of Secret Santa. Thank you for all that you do guys!
Merry Christmas everyone! Thank you secret Santa, again for everything you do for everyone!
Awe, the way he hugged his sister you can tell hes sweet.
I love this story ... ❤
Oh my gosh - this one gave me goosebumps and made me cry. Isaiah seems very deserving of Secret Santa gifts. He seemed a bit shy. I would rather give than to receive. When I receive gifts I get shy, awkward, nervous, emotional, anxious, etc. I love that Secret Santa helps out the deserving individuals out West. What a great person. I really enjoy seeing Nate & his team deliver Secret Santa’s special gifts. Really uplifting to watch. Thank you Secret Santa, Nate and everyone for spreading positivity & happiness. Luv, from Michigan. ❤😊
This young man looks steeped in sadness. Praying for him. Sometimes, a boost from a strong source can change the course of someone's life.
I can't stop smiling! Secret 🎅comes through again!👍🤝Nate & the Crew represented EIN so well!🤝🎉🎊Merry Christmas to all & to all, a good night!🎄🦌🎅💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️🕊️✌️🤝🕊️✌️🤝
If I was His Grandma I would be So Grateful.
Hes just nervous you can tell he appreciated it
Wonderful. Thank you, Secret Santa! Have a wonderful Christmas. ❤❤❤
Thank you Secret Santa , Nate , and Crew . God bless you all . Merry Christmas . 🎅🤶🧑🎄🎄❤️💚
Such a lovely young man selfless and to be admired for his strength of character regardless what has come against him he is out to achieve his goal a well deserved Christmas present from secret Santa drive with care may God continue to bless you in every area of your life in Jesus name amen
Someone who will walk miles to work...shows dedication and the will to better him/herself. Awesome
Nice to see young people willing to work not take things for granted
They have nothing to take for granted. Lived with grandmother. She dies and then his brother. No easy road for them.
Merry Christmas everyone thank you and secret Santa 🎅
All the Secret Santa Christmas Gifts are very touching for those in need. God Bless and Merry Christmas to everyone..
To lose his brother and father at such a young age. This was wonderful.
His sister is so pretty and you can tell how much she loves her brother. Kudos also to the McDonalds manager for hiring and developing this guy.
Sending Christmas wishes from half way across the world Islamabad,Pakistan
Merry Christmas from New York! 🎄
Merry Christmas 🙏🏻🫂🎄🌟
Boy has he been through alot thank you Secret Santa Merry Christmas to all
This made me emotional. They are so young to have such sadness, and you could see the happiness and relief on his face! Well done Secret Santa and East Idaho News!
Hard working young man, just shows a little warmth in heart can change so many people's life who gets ignored...
He seems like a humble, shy, nice guy. I hope this kinds gesture propels him forward. God bless!
Deus abencoe! Aproveite com SABEDORIA e NAO dirija bebado!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Isaiha~ That’s crazy… not!😉👏🏻 This was so much fun to witness! His sister was so happy for him. So was I. So am I.
Secret Santa, Nate, and Elves~ It is such a gift to watch these videos of your incredible kind generosity. Such a gift. Thank you all!
Happy Merry Christmas Holidays and a very Happy New Year!
🎄🎁🦌🎅🏼🎉🥂🎆💫
Merry Christmas everyone 🎄❤️🎄
Such a deserving young man. I love Secret Santa and all he/she does for their community!
Whoever sold him that car needs to be held accountable. They 100% knew it had issues and took advantage of someone who was desperate.
it had issues?
Lemon law
how do you know
@@augustuslee2719 oh for sure, look up the “lemon law”
@@rishyiv lemon law
Absolutely love that kid! He deserves a break & I'm so thankful Secret Santa was able to give him one!❤
Everyone deserves something nice, everyone. Everyone deserves that much... much needed break in life too... this guy, his sister deserve it a thousand fold. Merry Christmas to you both and your family... and to everyone... EVERYONE!
I've always been excruciatingly shy growing up, at 33 still have my moments.
Dude has been through a lot this past year, and you can tell just by his smile how appreciative he is. 🙌
I was a caregiver for my grandmother when she was sick, and now my mom (doing a lot better) for the past 10 years.
I can't stress enough how much respect I have for people like caregivers, and nurses who go out of their way to help others.
Wish him and his sister a better new year.
Be blessed young man! 🙏🙏🙏 I just lost my father 3 weeks ago and I still cry every day! I'm a 52 year old retired USMC DD 2336, tears don't make you weak young man, let it out, it will help, I promise you! There is no shame in a man crying! Once you get to where you can, pay it forward! Secret Santa, God Bless You! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I’m crying watching this video. I’m so thrilled for him. He has such a great attitude despite the adversity that he has faced. May God bless him and his family.
Merry Christmas to everyone watching this .... such a genuine, hardworking young man who has been through an awful lot in his short life.
Thank you, Secret Santa, for blessing this young man and so many others. Many blessings to you!
That feeling when you wake up to go to work and you realize you don't have to walk to work or take the bus or wait on anyone to come get you, it's a great sense of freedom, and it makes you feel you could do anything. This will be a great blessing.
He seems like a nice young man. Your work ethic will take you to greater heights, my friend! God bless you guys