Share Your Light This Holiday Season With Someone In Need

Since 2017, the Light the World Giving Machines have raised more than $33 million for local and global charities.

Give clean water, goats, meals, toys, and more to those in need through a unique giving experience. Your donations go directly to global and local charities to help change lives around the world.

Giving Machine items often include food, clean water, medical care, clothing, education support, hygiene kits, and even livestock, such as chickens, goats, pigs, and beehives. 100% of every donation is given to the participating nonprofit organizations to purchase and deliver the donated item. This happens because The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints covers all Giving Machine operating costs.

What Is A Giving Machine?

A giving machine is a vending machine that allows people to donate to charities by purchasing items for those in need. The machines are part of the Light the World Campaign by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and placed in public spaces around the world.

Let your light shine this Christmas season as you love the people around you, share joy, and follow the example of Jesus Christ.

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Giving Machine Locations

Nov 22 - Dec 2

9AM - 9PM

THE GROVE PLAZA

DOWNTOWN BOISE

INDIAN CREEK PLAZA

DOWNTOWN CALDWELL

Dec 3 - Dec 13

9AM - 9PM

THE VILLAGE AT MERIDIAN

EAGLE RD & FAIRVIEW AVE

Dec 14 - Dec 31

9AM - 9PM

Where does my donation go?

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints covers all operational costs for the Light the World Giving Machine initiative. Individual credit card transaction fees are covered by the donor or the Church. As such, participating nonprofit organizations receive 100% of every donation to purchase and deliver your selected item(s). All donations are tax deductible.

Occasionally, it becomes necessary to make an item substitution to meet unexpected needs. When this occurs, replacement products or services remain in the same category as the original.

What methods of payment are acceptable at a Giving Machine?

Giving Machines accept credit and debit cards and mobile payment services.

What items or charities need the most donations?

Every participating Giving Machine charity represents a cause with pressing needs. Before you visit a Giving Machine, spend a few minutes learning about the vital work of these charities. We’re confident that a cause will resonate with you and you will know that your gift will bless a life in countless ways.

Brighten a Life This Christmas. Share Hope with Those in Need.

Share Your Light This Holiday Season With Someone In Need

Since 2017, the Light the World Giving Machines have raised more than $33 million for local and global charities.

Give clean water, goats, meals, toys, and more to those in need through a unique giving experience. Your donations go directly to global and local charities to help change lives around the world.

During the Christmas season, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints invites people everywhere to light the world by lifting and serving others in small and simple ways. One unique, fun, and memorable aspect of the Light the World initiative is the popular Giving Machines. These customized vending machines allow the public to donate necessary products and services to those in need worldwide.

Giving Machine items often include food, clean water, medical care, clothing, education support, hygiene kits, and even livestock, such as chickens, goats, pigs, and beehives. 100% of every donation is given to the participating nonprofit organizations to purchase and deliver the donated item. This happens because The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints covers all Giving Machine operating costs.

Giving Machine Locations

Nov 22 - Dec 2

The Grove Plaza - Downtown Boise

Dec 3 - Dec 13