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Ways to give during the holidays; adopt-a-family, toy drives, and more

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The holiday are the season of giving, and many look for ways to give during the holidays to help those in need. With the last couple of years being particularly challenging for many, the need for giving is even higher. In addition, with people shopping online more than ever, Angel Trees, Toys for … [Read more...] about Ways to give during the holidays; adopt-a-family, toy drives, and more

Columbus Launches Giving Machines to Make Holiday Donations Easy

This holiday season, Columbus is joining cities around the world by hosting the unique Light the World Giving Machines at Polaris Fashion Place! These machines make it easy to give back to people in need, both in central Ohio and across the globe, with a quick tap of a card. Giving … [Read more...] about Columbus Launches Giving Machines to Make Holiday Donations Easy

Ronald McDonald House Bake Sale, Pop Tab Donations and more

For more than three decades, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio (RMHC) has been keeping families close at the Columbus Ronald McDonald House while children receive life-saving treatment. From its beginnings as a grassroots movement established by a partnership between volunteers and … [Read more...] about Ronald McDonald House Bake Sale, Pop Tab Donations and more

Support the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis this December

The Arthritis Foundation hosts the Jingle Bell Run or Walk on December 7, 2024, at Genoa Park / COSI in Downtown Columbus. Dress up in your festive holiday gear, tie on some jingle bells and help fight the nation's leading cause of disability. Every runner will receive a swag bag with a … [Read more...] about Support the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis this December

Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry

Help out the Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resource Center Food Pantry and those they serve by joining in for Cranksgiving Columbus this holiday season. What is Cranksgiving? It's a food drive without the drive on Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm! Cranksgiving combines cycling … [Read more...] about Cranksgiving Columbus Food Drive powered by bikes benefits CRC Food Pantry

Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign

Do you have music instruments collecting dust around your house or garage that have been abandoned by your kids (or you)? Clear out your space and donate instruments to give the gift of music. MusicColumbus, formerly The Columbus Music Commission, is hosting a Gift of Music student instrument … [Read more...] about Donate music instruments to the Gift of Music Campaign

Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign

There's a lot going on this time of year: back-to-school, fall fun, and....Cones for the Cure! You can enjoy FREE Graeter's ice cream AND help find a cure for cancer with Graeter's and The Cure Starts Now. The annual Cones for the Cure campaign runs from September 5-15, 2024 to raise … [Read more...] about Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign

Columbus Duck Race supports a good cause with good fun

The Columbus Duck Race is BACK in person this year! The Development Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital hosts the 11th annual Columbus Duck Race on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at noon at Riverside Crossing Park at Dublin's Bridge Park community. Bring the whole family to enjoy this … [Read more...] about Columbus Duck Race supports a good cause with good fun

Fun in the Sun at the G-1 non-profit charity event

The G-1 fitness complex is proud to present its first ever Fun in the Sun charity event on Saturday, August 31, 2024 from 10am - 8pm. The event will support its mission to help people of all ages achieve their sports and fitness goals. It also focuses on aiding those with life-changing injuries … [Read more...] about Fun in the Sun at the G-1 non-profit charity event

A Magical Adventure with “Heart for Hope” for A Kid Again Central Ohio

Are you ready for some magic? “Hearts for Hope” is not just a magic show; it’s a powerful blend of illusion and philanthropy. It's a family-friendly show, and 100% of proceeds go to A Kid Again, a charity dedicated to bringing hope, happiness, and healing to children facing life-threatening … [Read more...] about A Magical Adventure with “Heart for Hope” for A Kid Again Central Ohio

Letter Carrier’s Stamp Out Hunger Campaign

Donations to food pantries are highest around the holidays and through winter months. Unfortunately, donations decrease during spring and summer. The annual Letter Carrier's Stamp Out Hunger Campaign helps restock food pantries! The need for food donations is a constant though - especially in … [Read more...] about Letter Carrier’s Stamp Out Hunger Campaign

Columbus Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ohio

Can you brave the icy cold water in the middle of an Ohio winter? Jump right in at the The Polar Plunge at Lower.com Field Plaza on Saturday, February 28, 2025 starting at 9:30 a.m. Hundreds of participating Plungers will jump into a freezing pool of water to raise money for Special … [Read more...] about Columbus Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ohio

Where to donate your leftover Halloween candy in Columbus

Trick or Treat is one of the highlights of Halloween for many families, but the excess amount of leftover Halloween candy can be overwhelming. Donate your excess Halloween candy to a good cause! You'll get the temptation out of your house and into the hands of someone who could use a … [Read more...] about Where to donate your leftover Halloween candy in Columbus

Make-A-Wish Central Ohio Walk For Wishes at the Zoo

Join Make-A-Wish Central Ohio for a fun-filled, family-friendly day on Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. The AMETEK Controls Central Ohio Walk for Wishes helps make wishes come true for local children with critical illnesses. Participants are … [Read more...] about Make-A-Wish Central Ohio Walk For Wishes at the Zoo

Get rid of extra candy with Move America Forward Halloween Candy Give Back Program

Trick-or-Treating season is here you can donate excess candy through Move America Forward Halloween Candy Buy Back. Pick out a few favorites, and get rid of the rest! You can ship your leftover candy directly to Operation Gratitude so that they can distribute it to our troops. You will be … [Read more...] about Get rid of extra candy with Move America Forward Halloween Candy Give Back Program

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