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The Congregational Church of Batavia annually holds a “Christmas Gift Festival”. Three local non profits are selected to be the recipients of donations during the Christmas season. Information about the purpose and mission of each the non profits are shared during a church service, and as well as an opportunity to meet with representatives of these agencies. This year we were able to collect $20,135 from the Christmas Gift Festival, and an additional $3000 earned from a rummage sale earlier this year to donate a total of $23,135 to Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans, Mutual Ground, and Suicide Prevention Services of America.

Read more about the recipients and their missions.

Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans

Mission:

To empower at-risk veterans, and their families, to become self-

sufficient, productive members of their communities.

Mutual Ground

Mission:

To create a safe environment where individuals impacted by

domestic violence, sexual violence and substance use are able

to reclaim their power. We support the healing of our

community through education, awareness, and life changing

services as a commitment to equity for all.

Suicide Prevention Services of America

Mission:

To open minds, save lives, and restore

hope through prevention, intervention,

and postvention, using education,

advocacy, and collaboration