[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https:\/\/mainstreethanover.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Updated-MSH-News-PageHeader-scaled.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Page Header” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ header_font=”||||||||” header_text_align=”center” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”100px” header_font_size_tablet=”65px” header_font_size_phone=”50px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” admin_label=”News Article Title” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ title_font=”||||||||” title_text_color=”#666666″ title_font_size=”45px” custom_margin=”||0px” custom_padding=”||0px” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_title][et_pb_post_title title=”off” author=”off” comments=”off” featured_image=”off” admin_label=”Meta” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_title][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”||2px|||” custom_padding=”||15px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=”Content” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_margin=”0px||” custom_padding=”0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Main Street Hanover and the Christmas in Hanover Committee Announce 2025 Volunteer of the Year: Donald Hamme<\/strong><\/p>\n Hanover, PA<\/strong> \u2013 Main Street Hanover and the Christmas in Hanover Committee are proud to announce Donald Hamme<\/strong> as the 2025 recipient of the Andrea Niehoff Goodson Volunteer of the Year Award<\/strong>. This annual award honors individuals who embody the spirit of community, dedication, and holiday cheer that Andrea so passionately brought to Hanover throughout her life.<\/p>\n Donald\u2019s commitment to the Hanover community runs deep. Known for his warm personality, humor, and authenticity, Donald is a familiar face at nearly every downtown event\u2014always ready to lend a helping hand. Whether it\u2019s assisting with the annual tree lighting, decorating downtown for the holidays, or volunteering with the Hanover Area Historical Society, Donald consistently goes above and beyond to make Hanover shine.<\/p>\n Each year, Donald dedicates countless hours to transforming the Warehime-Myers Mansion into a holiday wonderland for the Christmas Tree Tours, often using his own vacation time to complete the work. He\u2019s also instrumental in designing and crafting ornaments for Christmas in Hanover fundraisers and helping restore beloved community icons such as Santa\u2019s Cabin. From working tirelessly behind the scenes to make Christmas in Hanover magical, to sharing and promoting the town\u2019s history during summer events, Donald\u2019s dedication and impact shine all year long.<\/p>\n \u201cDonald truly embodies the heart of what makes Hanover special,\u201d said Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover<\/strong>. \u201cHis tireless efforts, generosity, and enthusiasm for preserving our community\u2019s traditions are an inspiration to us all.”<\/p>\n The Andrea Niehoff Goodson Volunteer of the Year Award<\/strong> was established to honor Andrea\u2019s remarkable legacy as Hanover\u2019s ultimate community cheerleader and Santa\u2019s best elf. Her leadership of the Hanover Christmas Committee made the town a magical destination, bringing joy to thousands through cherished traditions like the 85-year-old Santa Cabin and the annual holiday parade.<\/p>\n Donald will be formally recognized as the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Christmas in Hanover Parade<\/strong> and honored during the Tree Lighting Ceremony<\/strong> on Saturday, November 29, 2025.<\/p>\n Main Street Hanover and the Christmas in Hanover Committee extend heartfelt congratulations to Donald for his exceptional service and dedication to keeping Hanover\u2019s holiday spirit alive for generations to come.<\/p>\n About the Andrea Niehoff Goodson Volunteer of the Year Award<\/strong><\/p>\n The award celebrates volunteers who exemplify Andrea\u2019s passion for community engagement, leadership, and joy. Nominations open each year from July 1 to September 1<\/strong>, and the winner is announced in October.<\/p>\n For more information on the award or to get involved with Main Street Hanover, visit www.mainstreethanover.org