Updated 11/29/23

Salvation Army: Christmas Toys & Meal Program:

Franklin County residents can apply for Christmas toys for children 14 years of age and under, and a Christmas food box at any Salvation Army locations in Columbus. Westside location: 2300 W. Mound St, Columbus OH 43204. Parents/guardians will select toys and pick up the food box the week before Christmas. Required documents to bring (no social security cards or numbers accepted): Picture identification for head of household ; Proof of dependents with birth dates for all household members. For more information, please call 614-221-6561 extension 600. No appointment is necessary during the following dates:

Wednesday, November 1st, 15th, & 29th from 10AM-1PM
Wednesday, November 15th & 29th from 5-7PM
Thursday, November 2nd, 16th, & 30th from 10AM-1PM

Free Holiday Meals at Westside Rec Centers:
- Wednesday, December 13th from 6-8PM, Holton Rec Center (303 N Eureka Ave)
- Thursday, December 14th from 5-7PM, Glenwood Rec Center (1888 Fairmont Ave)
- Tuesday, December 19th from 6-8PM, Dodge Rec Center (667 Sullivant Ave)
- Wednesday, December 20th at 5PM, Sullivant Gardens Rec Center (755 Renick St)