Holiday partnership entering its 21st year.

Amber Messick, a local mother of five, claimed that being a recipient of a holiday tree donated by Target was "a great way to lead into a hopeful new year."

The donation came through Target’s Share-A-Tree program. From December 18-22, Target stores across the country will celebrate the season of giving by donating 2,790decorated holiday trees to United Way.

United Way volunteers will distribute the trees—worth an estimated $500,000—to families in need and partners such as shelters, community centers and childcare programs. This is the 21st consecutive year for the holiday partnership.

The United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties was able to deliver four of the trees to local families in need to make their holiday season a little brighter.

“I am very thankful for the generosity of Target and United Way," said Messick.

As further demonstration of Target’s commitment to partnering with United Way to create opportunities for a better life for all people, Target and its Team Members pledged more than $14.3 million nationally last year through their United Way workplace giving campaign.

“Giving to others, especially those in need, is a part of the holidays at Target,” said President of Target Community Relations and Target Foundation Laysha Ward. “With our partners at United Way, Target is honored to continue the tradition of donating holiday trees to families across the country to enjoy this holiday season.”