Marta Montis de Martínez

Marta Montis de Martínez

founder Costa Rica

Marta Montis de Martínez is celebrated for her pivotal role in establishing the Christmas tree lighting tradition at the Hospital Nacional de Niños (HNN) in Costa Rica. In 1964, the same year the hospital opened its doors, she conceived the idea of decorating a tree to bring joy and comfort to hospitalized children and their families. This beloved event has continued annually for over six decades, symbolizing hope and resilience for those affected by illness.

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
4,288
Power
52$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Costa Rica 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 5,094,118 4,288 $62,000 52$
Totals 1 5,094,118 4,288 $62,000 52$
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Costa Rica Costa Rica: Marta Montis de Martínez had the idea to decorate the first December of the HNN with a tree to bring comfort and joy. 9

La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946: Hospital de Niños enciende su árbol navideño: 20.000 luces led iluminan gigante de 20 metros