Giving Machine Columbus

Charity visit: Gladden Community House ❤️

We visited Gladden House — a settlement house that aims to strengthen the well-being of children, families and seniors. Through programming, outreach and crisis services, Gladden supports thousands of people every year.

There will be five items in the Giving Machine (coming Nov. 13 - Dec. 5)! We are thrilled to be able to support them this season.

Charity visit: Community Shelter Board ❤️

We visited Community Shelter Board — a local charity leading the coordinated response to homelessness in Central Ohio. Through prevention services, rehousing efforts, street outreach and transitional housing — CSB is impacting the lives of thousands of our neighbors.

We look forward to supporting them at the Giving Machine (coming Nov. 13 - Dec. 5)!

Charity visit: Huckleberry House, Inc.❤️

We visited Huckleberry House — a safe place for youth who are experiencing crisis. Founded in 1970, they have made a huge impact in the area, including over 32,000 nights of shelter last year alone!

Youth homeless and conflict is a growing concern in Central Ohio and look forward to supported our young people at the Giving Machine (coming Nov. 13 - Dec. 5).

Charity visit: Neighborhood Services, Inc Food Pantry ❤️

Giving Machine Initiative and local Church leaders were so blessed to visit our new friends at NSI.

We toured their amazing pantry and learned about their impact — serving 12+ zip codes in the Columbus area! NSI has been helping our neighbors since 1965 and in 2024 distributed over 1 million meals.

We are in awe of their dedication and are excited to support them at the Giving Machine (coming Nov. 13 - Dec. 5).

It's like Christmas in July! 🎄

We are thrilled and honored to announce the incredible charities participating in the 2026 Columbus Giving Machine initiative:

Local:
Community Shelter Board
Gladden Community House
Huckleberry House, Inc.
Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio
Neighborhood Services, Inc Food Pantry

Global:
Splash
CARE

These organizations are changing lives across central Ohio and around the world, and we couldn't be more excited to partner with them this holiday season.

Over the coming months, we'll introduce you to each of these incredible organizations, share the impact they're making and highlight the lives that will be changed through your generosity.

The light continues to grow in Columbus! ❤️

Last month, we gathered with our previous charities to celebrate two years of the Giving Machine 8in our region. We are so grateful for the impact each charity has on the community. Their staff and supporters work tirelessly to make a difference and we are glad to be a small part of it!

A special thank you to Mayor Andrew J. Ginther's office for being present and The Reeb Center for hosting the event!

Stay tuned for more goodness coming soon. 👀

Your support changed lives.

Millions of items donated at Giving Machine kiosks in 2025 During the 2025 Christmas season, visitors to Giving Machine kiosks donated approximately 4.7 million items to those in need.

Last day to visit the Giving Machine! Polaris Fashion Place is open until 9PM, come make a difference in our community. ❤️

Two days left! ❤️

On Saturday night, the Giving Machine will be packaged up and sent down to . We are so grateful for everyone who has made this giving season a success already.

If you haven’t come (or want to come again), visit today or tomorrow and make a difference in our community.