Our Mission
The CHICAGO’S CHRISTMAS SHIP is a not for profit, all volunteer organization, derived from the marine community of greater Chicago. It is dedicated to the acquisition and donation of Christmas trees, which are donated to the disadvantaged. It is dedicated to the betterment of the Christmas Season for families and children who would not otherwise have had an opportunity to afford, experience and enjoy the Holiday Season with a Christmas tree.”
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VIP Reception

CDR Little, CDR Mehler, and CAPT Jones  , the Chicago area top Coast Guard leaders chat with CAPT Glynn

CDR Little, CDR Mehler, and RADM John E. Crowley Jr., the Chicago area top Coast Guard leaders chat with CAPT Glynn

The CCS Committee, the Captain of USCGC MACKINAW, military dignitaries, partners and donors along with other major contributors celebrate another successful year delivering Christmas trees to less fortunate families with children. The tradition of the original “Christmas Tree Ship”, ROUSE SIMMONS continues.