#LightheWorld | Giving Machine

Light the World

Catholic Charities is proud to be part of the global #LighttheWorld initiative.

As a faith-based agency, we desire to serve our community in the Spirit of the Good Samaritan. We walk alongside the vulnerable and provide resources, support, and encouragement as they move from crisis to stability to thriving. The goal is to Light the World!

Giving Machines

The Giving Machines provide a family-friendly, fun and easy way to help our community’s most vulnerable. The large, red “vending machines” work in reverse, creating a memorable way to give to those in need during the Christmas season with a simple swipe of a credit card amid holiday festivities.

You can support local charities here in Arizona, by visiting Heritage Square, 6 E. Aspen Avenue in downtown Flagstaff.
The Giving Machines will be open to the public on Wednesday, Nov. 17 and will continue through December 1, 2022, daily from 9:00 a.m. to midnight.

Flagstaff is one of only 24 locations in the world to host Giving Machines!

This year, you will be able to choose between the following items to support our most vulnerable clients:

Can't make it to a Giving Machine? You can support our work by giving online!

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“During these increasingly difficult times in our communities and world, the Giving Machines offer us each an achievable way to bless others while experiencing joy ourselves,” said Sandi Flores, senior programs director of Catholic Charities Community Services, Northern Arizona.

About Light the World

The Giving Machines provide people an instant act of service by purchasing items for children and families in need both locally and around the world.

These unique vending machines allow people to buy toys and games for children in need, kitchen supplies for veteran families working on a fresh start, therapy, or a week of food and shelter for those experiencing homelessness.
Catholic Charities is among six non-profit organizations participating in the Flagstaff Giving Machines.
Launched in 2017, Giving Machines are provided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Church covers all operational costs so that 100% of donations received go directly to the charity of choice.
Machines are located at Heritage Square, 6 E. Aspen Avenue in downtown Flagstaff, from 9:00 a.m. to midnight daily from November 17 through December 1, 2022.

Catholic Charities is committed to making reasonable accommodations to the special needs of individuals with disabilities meeting the eligibility requirements of all versions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) so these persons have access to available employment opportunities and services.

To contact us if you are deaf or hard of hearing, please dial 7-1-1 to access the free telecommunications relay service.