The Light the World

Giving Machine

is Back for its 5th Anniversary Year!

Imagine swiping your credit card at a vending machine—but instead of buying a candy bar for yourself, you’re buying a blanket for a displaced refugee. Or dentures for an elderly person in need. Or a pair of warm boots for a veteran. Or emergency meals for the homebound. This year the Kansas City Giving Machines will be in...

Union Station

Visit the Giving Machine!
Nov 22, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026
Union Station
30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108

New Traveling Digital Light the World Giving Machine

Host Traveling Digital Giving Machine This Holiday Season​

2025 Charities

Local Charities

Global Charities

Performers Needed

Apply to volunteer your talents performing at Union Station by the Giving Machine!

2025 Events

Nov 22, 2025

6 pm

Grand Unwrapping Ceremony

Come celebrate the grand unwrapping of the Giving Machines KC at Union Station’s Grand Hall, next to the Post Office.

Dec 2, 2025

Starts at 11 am

Giving Tuesday Giveaway!

We’re giving away Giving Machine hats to the first 100 lucky donors beginning at 11am.

Family Fun

Plan a Family Night with Giving Machine!

Share Your Story

We want to hear from you! Share your Giving Machine story and be featured right here our website and on social media!

Youth Groups

Want a fun way to give back with your youth group? Check out our fun and easy ideas for your group!