Christmas Spirit Shines For 'Santa Scott' After Bucks Co. House Fire

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — The brother of "Santa Scott" — whose Fairless Hills home was destroyed by a fire last month — is thanking the "amazing supporters" who have donated money in a show of Christmas spirit.

The Falls Township Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire at "Santa" Scott Diethorne's home on Auburn Road in Fairless Hills last month. While Diethorne and his family were not home at the time, his two dogs and a bird perished in the fire, authorities said.

A GoFundMe page was launched immediately following the fire by Diethorne's brother, Chris, to help the family recover. The GoFundMe page has raised over $139,000 of its $150,000 goal.

"We as a family are overjoyed and humbled to announce that the GoFundMe campaign for Scott, Marybeth, and their family is closing," Chris Diethorne said. "This incredible outcome was only possible because of your generous contributions and unselfish act of support."

Chris Diethorne said that the funds will help provide medical care, shelter, clothing, and food for the family.

"We are so grateful that we can only pay it forward for the next crisis that might hit the community," Chris Diethorne said. "Your kindness has made a real, tangible difference in their lives."

The Fairless Hills Garden Center has released its 2025 Santa schedule with "Santa Scott." Click here to see the garden center's "Santa Scott" schedule.

"Santa Scott" said he would not cancel his holiday appearances despite the fire.

"After his devastating house fire in October, he’s back on his feet and in good spirits, thanks to the overwhelming support of the community," the garden center said. "This is his favorite time of year and he would love to see everyone again."