The season of giving is here, and ADAMH network providers are finding meaningful ways to make a difference across Franklin County. From donation drives to volunteer opportunities, there are plenty of ways to get involved and give back to your community.
Check out the list below to find holiday giving events happening this season — and be sure to follow ADAMH on social media to stay up to date on new opportunities as they arise.
The Buckeye Ranch
Hope for the Holidays
Key date: Registration to be matched with a youth in Buckeye Ranch programming closes on Saturday, Nov. 15.
The Buckeye Ranch Hope for the Holidays program matches donors with youth receiving support from the agency. When matched with a youth, donors receive a wish list of their needs this holiday season and have the opportunity to help provide hope by shopping for those needs.
Learn more about the program and other ways to donate.
Complete the Hope for the Holidays Donor Form to sign up.
Questions can be directed to hopefortheholidays@buckeyeranch.org.
UMADAOP of Franklin County
Key date: Wednesday, Nov. 26 from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Columbus Metropolitan Library – Main Auditorium, 96 S. Grant Ave.
UMADAOP of Franklin County is hosting its fifth annual “The Harvest” Feed The Hungry Project. Distribute hot food, clothing blankets and other basic essentials. At the same time and location, the agency is holding a winter coat drive. New and gently used coats, scarves, socks and gloves can be dropped off during that time frame.
Questions can be directed to 614.227.9694.
Huckleberry House
Holiday Gift Drive
Key date: Donations will be accepted until the end of November.
Each year, Huckleberry House holds a holiday gift drive for the clients in its counseling and housing programs. On Monday, Nov. 3, the list will become available to sign up to provide a gift valued at $125 for a young person in these programs. Keep an eye on the Huckleberry House socials for the link when it's available.
Holiday Gift Bags for Outreach and Teen Crisis Programs
Key date: Gifts should be delivered by the end of November.
Huckleberry House asks the community to consider purchasing items from the Holiday Gift Bag List. As clients come and go throughout the holiday season, Huckleberry House wants to ensure all of the young people have a sprinkle of holiday cheer with holiday bags filled with winter weather items and goodies.
Access the Holiday Gift Bag list here.
Questions about either giving event can be directed to Emily Armbrecht, earmbrecht@huck-house.org.
LOSS Community Services
Giving TIME Tuesday
Key date: Tuesday, Dec. 2 from 4-8 p.m. at LOSS Community Services, 3040 Riverside Drive, Suite 224
Join LOSS for Giving TIME Tuesday, where you’ll pack care boxes for families who have recently lost a loved one to suicide and assemble resource folders for first responders. Giving time is one of the most precious gifts we can offer. By dedicating just a few hours, you can help create a meaningful impact in the lives of those navigating their grief.
Questions can be directed to Izzy Smith, izzy@losscs.org, 614.530.8064.
St. Vincent Family Services
Adopt A Family
Key date(s): Gift delivery will be held at SVFS, 1490 E. Main St., on Thursday, Dec. 4 and Friday, Dec. 5.
St. Vincent’s annual program helps provide gifts to nearly 800 children in the community each holiday season. Donors receive family matches, shop for gifts based on a family’s wish list and deliver the gifts to SVFS.
Learn more about the program and other ways to donate.
Complete the Adopt A Family Interest Survey to sign up.
Questions can be directed to Carson Firestone, cfirestone@svfc.org.
Maryhaven
Donation Drop-Off
Key date(s): Drop off donations Tuesday, Dec. 9 from Noon-1 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 5-6 p.m. at the Alum Creek Office, 1791 Alum Creek Drive.
Maryhaven is accepting donations in the form of clothing, games, books and crafts.
North Central Mental Health Services, Inc.
Holiday Luncheon
Key date: Thursday, Dec. 11 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at King Avenue United Methodist Church, 299 King Ave.
Each year, North Central Mental Health Services hosts a festive luncheon for clients and community members in need. Guests enjoy a delicious holiday meal complete with desserts, live music and a welcoming spirit of togetherness. Join North Central in serving nearly 350 individuals.
Questions can be directed to Melissa McCandlish, mmccandlish@ncmhs.org.
Alvis, Inc.
Holiday Wishes Gift Drive
Key date: All gifts should be delivered to Alvis, 2100 Stella Court, by Thursday, Dec. 11.
Help make the holidays brighter for the individuals and families served by Alvis through the agency’s annual Holiday Wishes program. Each year, generous community members “adopt” Alvis clients—mothers, children and individuals in recovery—by providing gifts that bring hope, joy and a sense of belonging during the holiday season.
Beginning in early November, participants can choose to sponsor a mom, child or family and will receive a personalized wish list to guide their shopping.
Learn how to get involved by contacting Katie Enciso, katie.enciso@alvis180.org.
OhioGuidestone
Holiday Shop
Key date: Donations in Franklin County should be delivered to 515 E. Main St. by Wednesday, Dec. 17.
OhioGuidestone’s Holiday Shop is a way for the organization to support their clients during the holidays. Staff members shop from items donated by the general public to give to their clients during the holiday season. Unwrapped gifts for all ages are desired, and monetary donations are welcomed so staff members can purchase specific items of need.
Click here to make a monetary donation by selecting “Holiday Giving” from the “I want to support” dropdown menu.
Physical donation examples include toys, clothing, personal care items and winter wear. Email donations@ohioguidestone.org to learn about specific drop-off dates and locations.
Questions can be directed to Anna Bowersox, anna.bowersox@ohioguidestone.org.
Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio
12 Days of Christmas
Key date: Donations must be dropped off at 217 N . Grant Ave. (at the McKee door) by Friday, Dec. 19.
LSS of Central Ohio is hosting its 12 Days of Christmas event, where you can choose one day, or all 12, to support residents in shelter through donations of winter clothing, soap, cleaning supplies and more. All items must be new or unused unless otherwise noted.
View the 12 Days of Christmas wish list here.
Questions can be directed to Roberta Baioni, rbaioni@lssnetworkofhope.org.
Southeast Healthcare
Donations for People Who Are Unsheltered and Vulnerable
Key date: Southeast is accepting donations to its drop-off box located at 131 N. High St. until Friday, Dec. 19.
Starting on Monday, Nov. 3, Southeast Healthcare is accepting new donations of hats, gloves and socks for people who are unsheltered and marginally housed.
Questions can be directed to April Welch, April.welch@southeastinc.com.
Concord Counseling Services
Winter Apparel Drive
Key date: Donations can be dropped off at the Concord office, 700 Brooksedge Blvd., Westerville, OH 43081 throughout November and December.
Concord will be taking donations for winter apparel for children and adults. Items like coats, hats, gloves, scarves and socks are needed and will be distributed to clients and members of the community that are in need.
Questions can be directed to Linda Jakes, lindajakes@concordcounseling.org.