Those at Woodmont Baptist have decided to spread Christmas cheer by building a community tree with a purpose.
They’ve called it the “Nashville Feeding Tree,” and it’s a big gift to the hungry of the community.
The tree was built to be an eight-ton, 24-foot high gift made completely of 18,000 cans of food.
Those with the church said they had considered building the tree for several years, since statistics revealed one out of every six people in Tennessee struggle with daily hunger needs.
They added they hope the tree helps raise awareness, as well as provide food.
The tree was set to be dismantled so the cans can be distributed to local area nonprofits, such as Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, the Nashville Rescue Mission, Martha O’Bryan, St. Luke’s Community House, and The Branch.
Those involved said donations for the tree came from everyone, including children, adults, and companies.
It was constructed on the landing in front of the church’s sanctuary.
According to research, the tree has been expected to qualify for the Guinness Book of Records.
Donations for the tree were set to continue through Christmas Eve, and for anyone wanting to make a donation, the church can be visited online by clicking here.
