The Christmas season brings hope, joy, and togetherness. For families in need, The Salvation Army in Central Ohio offers support through our annual Christmas Cheer Program, providing toys for children (14 and under) and hearty food boxes to make the season brighter. This service is available to families across Franklin County.

Our Christmas Cheer Program provides:
Toys for children aged 14 and under
Food boxes with items to help you celebrate with a hearty holiday meal
Note: Distribution of toys and food boxes will take place during the week before Christmas.

Register for Christmas Cheer
No Appointment Necessary. Registration for Christmas Cheer is available at multiple locations across Columbus. Please bring the required documentation to one of the locations listed below.

Required Documents:
Picture Identification for the head of household (e.g., driver’s license, state ID, employee ID).
Proof of Dependents for all household members, including birth dates (e.g., birth certificates, shot records, Job and Family Services printout).
Electronic documents are accepted.
Social Security cards or numbers are not required.

Dates & Times to register:
Saturday, October 25: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Monday, November 3: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, November 5: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday, November 6: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Monday, November 17: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 19: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday, November 20: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Monday, December 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday, December 3: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday, December 4: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

West Side:
2300 West Mound St Columbus, Oh 43204
Others:
760 Worthington Woods Blvd., Columbus, OH 43081
888 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH 43206
3662 Karl Road, Columbus, OH 43224
966 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43205