A Month of Generosity
Christmas in July is a month-long opportunity for YOU to meet needs all over Central Ohio through our Local Impact Partners and other organizations that support our community in incredible ways! Our generosity as the people of Grace Fellowship truly makes a difference for people from all walks of life.
Each campus has unique opportunities to participate in Christmas in July either by purchasing physical items or by giving financially*. For more information, select your campus below.
*All financial gifts will be collected and divided among all organizations Grace is partnering with financially this Christmas in July season.
Give Financially Today!
Click your campus button to give today or scroll down to learn all about the various projects!
Pickerington Campus
This year, the Pickerington Campus is partnering with Maywood Mission and providing both financial AND physical assistance. In addition to those opportunities, our kids and student areas are also hosting "battles" to support Pickerington Local Schools by purchasing a variety of items!
Maywood Mission is a Christian non-profit that exists to relieve burdens, restore hope, and redeem lives in the Lancaster, OH community. They offer a variety of programs that serve the community including a thrift store, food pantry, childcare, and more.
This year, we are helping to get their new ministry off the ground! The organization is working to provide housing for single parents to help get them back on their feet.
*All financial gifts will be gathered and divided among all Christmas in July financial projects, which include Maywood Mission, Star House, and Victory Ministries Center of Hope.
In addition to supporting Maywood Mission financially, Grace will also provide physical items for their Food Pantry.
Food Pantry items include: paper towels; toilet paper; anti-perspirant; body wash; shampoo/conditioner; razors; toothpaste; toothbrushes; dish soap; laundry detergent
Items can be dropped off in
the Pickerington Campus Lobby July 6 – July 27.
GraceKIDS and Students (678 + HSM) will also be hosting Battle of the Grades to support Pickerington Local Schools. Kids and Students have the opportunity to provide specific supplies needed for this school year.
Grace KIDS Boys vs Girls Battle
- Bring any of the items: Composition Books; Tissues; Lysol Wipes; Highlighters; Post-Its
678 Battle of the Grades
- 6th – Lysol Wipes
- 7th – Highlighters
- 8th – Post-Its
HSM Boys vs Girls Battle
- Boys – Composition Books
- Girls – Tissues
In addition to collecting both physical and financial donations to support Maywood Mission, Grace will also give time by volunteering for a variety of projects during the week of July 21.
Volunteer Opportunities: volunteers (15 years +) are needed throughout the week of July 21 at Maywood Mission. Click the button to sign up!
We also have an opportunity to support the Pickerington Local School District on July 11 for their “Stuff the Bus” event. We will help to collect and organize donations that will make a meaningful difference for students as they prepare for a successful school year! Click the button below to sign up!
The Chapel
This year, the The Chapel is partnering with Maywood Mission and providing both financial AND physical assistance. In addition to those opportunities, our kids and student areas are supporting Pickerington Local Schools by purchasing a variety of items!
Maywood Mission is a Christian non-profit that exists to relieve burdens, restore hope, and redeem lives in the Lancaster, OH community. They offer a variety of programs that serve the community including a thrift store, food pantry, childcare, and more.
This year, we are helping to get their new ministry off the ground! The organization is working to provide housing for single parents to help get them back on their feet.
*All financial gifts will be gathered and divided among all Christmas in July financial projects, which include Maywood Mission, Star House, and Victory Ministries Center of Hope.
In addition to supporting Maywood Mission financially, Grace will also provide physical items for their Food Pantry.
Food Pantry items include: paper towels; toilet paper; anti-perspirant; body wash; shampoo/conditioner; razors; toothpaste; toothbrushes; dish soap; laundry detergent
Items can be dropped off in
the The Chapel lobby July 6 – July 27.
GraceKIDS and Students (678 + HSM) will also be supporting Pickerington Local Schools. Kids and Students have the opportunity to provide specific supplies needed for this school year.
Grace KIDS
- Bring any of the items: Composition Books; Tissues; Lysol Wipes; Highlighters; Post-Its
678
- 6th – Lysol Wipes
- 7th – Highlighters
- 8th – Post-Its
HSM
- Boys – Composition Books
- Girls – Tissues
In addition to collecting both physical and financial donations to support Maywood Mission, Grace will also give time by volunteering for a variety of projects during the week of July 21.
Volunteer Opportunities: volunteers (15 years +) are needed throughout the week of July 21. Click the button to sign up!
Jefferson Campus
This year, the Jefferson Campus is partnering with Victory Ministries Center of Hope to provide for general needs, as well as supplying items for this year's Single Parent Fair!
Victory Ministries Center of Hope is a faith-based non-profit that serves their neighbors by providing for their essential needs and bringing hope for a self-sufficient future.
This year we have the opportunity to provide financial assistance for the organization’s general expenses, payroll, and building expenses so that they can continue to carryout their work in the greater Columbus area.
*All financial gifts will be gathered and divided among all Christmas in July financial projects, which include Maywood Mission, Star House, and Victory Ministries Center of Hope.
We’re excited to once again host Single Parent Fair and provide unique services and back-to-school items for single-parent families in our community!
This year, we’re collecting school supplies and gift cards for our Single Parent Fair. In order to both provide for basic needs (groceries or gas) and to create fun family experiences, there are several gift card options available. To purchase a gift card, visit the Christmas in July lobby area at the Jefferson Campus!
Gift cards and school supplies can be dropped off in the
Jefferson Campus Lobby July 3 – July 31.
In addition to collecting both physical and financial donations to, we also need volunteers to support Single Parent Fair. Click the button to sign up!
Lithopolis Campus
This year, the Lithopolis Campus is partnering with Maywood Mission to provide financial assistance, as well as Canal Winchester Human Services and the Bloom Carroll Food Mission where we'll provide much needed physical supplies!
Maywood Mission is a Christian non-profit that exists to relieve burdens, restore hope, and redeem lives in the Lancaster, OH community. They offer a variety of programs that serve the community including a thrfit store, food pantry, childcare, and more.
This year, we are helping to get their new ministry off the ground! The organization is working to provide housing for single parents to help get them back on their feet.
*All financial gifts will be gathered and divided among all Christmas in July financial projects, which include Maywood Mission, Star House, and Victory Ministries Center of Hope.
This year we are partnering with Canal Winchester Human Services to provide school supplies and Bloom Carroll Food Mission to provide basic clothing items. Check out the lists below!
Canal Winchester Human Services:
- backpacks
- pens
- dry erase markers
Bloom Carroll Food Mission:
- packaged socks – big kids & adult sizes
- packaged underwear – big kids (starting at 10/12) & adult sizes
Items can be dropped off in
the Lithopolis Campus Lobby July 6 – July 27.
Upper Arlington Campus
This year, the UA Campus is partnering with our partner Star House and providing both financial AND physical assistance.
Star House is Central Ohio’s only drop-in center for youth ages 14-24 who are experiencing homelessness. They provide essential items such as food, hygiene supplies, clothing, laundry, and bathroom facilities to their teens and young adults.
We have the opportunity to help fund a new security system for the building and renovate the parking lot!
*All financial gifts will be gathered and divided among all Christmas in July financial projects, which include Maywood Mission, Star House, and Victory Ministries Center of Hope.
We’re also collecting hygiene items for Star House. This year, we are collecting the following items:
- deodorant (men’s & women’s)
- shampoo
- conditioner
- body wash
- toothpaste
- toothbrushes
Items can be dropped off in
the Lobby July 6 – July 27.