The Light the World Giving Machines kickoff season of giving in NYC

During the kickoff celebration, representatives from CARE joined 15 other charitable organizations to showcase how donations through the Giving Machines will bring hope and transformative change to individuals and communities around the world, capturing the true spirit of the holidays.

“We are honored to be participating in the Light the World as a global partner this holiday season,” said Michelle Nunn, President and CEO of CARE. “Light the World is such a powerful initiative that demonstrates the profound impact of shared generosity. Each donation made to CARE amplifies positive change, creating waves of hope and opportunity. For nearly 40 years, CARE and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have been working together to help families lift themselves out of poverty, and we are very grateful for this partnership.”

Since 1985, CARE and the Church have partnered to bring hope and opportunity to communities worldwide through the global CARE network. This lifesaving collaboration has supported countless families with emergency response efforts and essential health and nutrition programs. Together, CARE and the Church embody the spirit of the season, demonstrating how collective kindness can transform lives.

Since their 2017 debut in Salt Lake City, the Giving Machines have grown into a global movement, raising over $43.4 million. This year, they will appear in more than 100 cities, including new locations like Detroit and San Diego, and international sites such as Kenya and the Philippines. The Giving Machines will also return to Atlanta, where CARE is headquartered. In fact, on December 10 in Newnan, Georgia and on December 20 in Cumming, Georgia, CARE will take part in Light the World events in the City.

Across the US, supporters can choose from five impactful CARE donation options in NY, New York, Las Vegas, Nevada; Henderson, Nevada; Newnan, Georgia; Cumming, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Carmel, North Carolina (exact locations of the machines can be found here):

• For $46, you can purchase 11 Handwashing Stations to prevent disease and promote hygiene.
• For $25, you can purchase Two Chickens, offering a family sustainable income through egg production.
• For $29, you can purchase Vegetable Seeds to help a family grow healthy vegetables for nourishment and self-sufficiency.
• For $75, you can purchase One Goat, empowering a woman to earn income and support her family.
• For $140, you can offer Refugee Support, delivering essential items like food, shelter, hygiene kits, and critical supplies to a displaced family in crisis.

CARE supporters can also purchase items online by visiting www.care.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/light-the-world.

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