Merry + Bright: How Sun Collectors Gives Back Each Christmas
Merry + Bright is one of the most meaningful traditions at Sun Collectors—a Christmas initiative rooted in generosity, dignity, and community connection. Since 2023, our team has come together each holiday season to help make Christmas brighter for local families in need.
Through partnerships with trusted organizations like CASA, DCFS, and other local community groups, Sun Collectors employees are connected with families who could use a little extra support during the holidays. From there, our team steps in—not out of obligation, but out of genuine care.
A Tradition Built on Community and Compassion
Merry + Bright was created with a simple belief: every family deserves a joyful and hopeful holiday season.
Each year, Sun Collectors employees volunteer their time to shop directly with families, creating a shared experience that goes far beyond gift-giving. Shopping together allows families to choose items that best meet their needs while preserving dignity and empowering choice.
Items often include:
- Toys and books
- Clothing and winter essentials
- Household items and everyday necessities
The result is not just full shopping carts—but meaningful moments, smiles, and memories that last well beyond the holidays.
Employees Giving from the Heart
What makes Merry + Bright truly special is the people behind it.
Participation in the program is entirely volunteer-based, with employees donating both their time and their own hard-earned money. To amplify that impact, Sun Collectors matches every dollar donated, doubling the support provided to each family.
This collective effort reflects the culture at Sun Collectors—one grounded in generosity, compassion, and a deep commitment to the community we’re proud to serve.
Making Christmas Brighter for Local Families
This year, Merry + Bright supported eight local families, each with unique needs and stories. For some, the experience meant warm coats and winter boots. For others, it was the excitement of picking out a special toy or book.
But beyond the gifts, the true impact came from something less tangible:
- Joy
- Dignity
- Human connection
- Hope
Those moments—shared laughter, high-fives in store aisles, and the simple feeling of being seen—are what Merry + Bright is all about.
More Than Solar: A Commitment to People
At Sun Collectors, our mission goes beyond renewable energy. While we work every day to build a more sustainable future through solar, we also believe sustainability is about people and community.
Merry + Bright is a reflection of that belief—neighbors supporting neighbors, employees giving back, and a company choosing to invest in the well-being of the community it calls home.
As we reflect on another year of this tradition, we’re grateful for our employees, our community partners, and the families who allowed us to be part of their holiday season.
Looking Ahead
Merry + Bright continues to shape who we are at Sun Collectors. As this tradition grows, so does our commitment to leading with heart, creating meaningful impact, and spreading hope—especially during the season when it matters most.
From all of us at Sun Collectors, we wish you a merry, bright, and joyful holiday season.
