The local chapter of the MS Society is hoping you'll help them light up the Tree of Hope.  The tree is located outside of the Portage Credit Union and with a $2 donation to the MS Society another bulb is lit on the tree. 
Spokesperson Mary Lynn Moffat says the new initiative is experiencing success so far, as of Wednesday night 365 bulbs were lit on the tree. 
Moffat adds they're hoping to have 2000 bulbs light up the tree by Christmas.  Money raised will go toward local programs and services as well as research.  Donations are being accepted up until January 7th.