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The Giving Machine Raises Over $600,000 For North Texas And Global Charities

The program also donated more than 490,000 items worldwide
Matilda Preisendorf
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Photo: Julianne Johnson Winzenz | Texas Giving Machine

The Giving Machine, a holiday-season fundraising initiative, made stops in three North Texas cities in 2024, raising $634,000 for seven local and global charities. 

The unique vending machines were placed in Grapevine, McKinney and Frisco, allowing patrons to purchase and donate essential items for those in need. The initiative supported five local organizations and two global charities.

What Is The Giving Machine

Unlike traditional vending machines that dispense snacks, the red giving machines allow users to support vital causes through their contributions. The machines enable users to donate items such as clothing, baby supplies, medicine and even goats to those in need. By swiping a card, people can contribute items ranging from $5 to $150, providing essential resources for others. All donations go directly to the participating charities.

How Much Was Raised

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Photo: Julianne Johnson Winzenz | Texas Giving Machine

At a check presentation on March 11, 2025, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints distributed donations to the following local groups:

  • Agape – $100,157
  • Salvation Army North Texas – $96,335
  • Lifting Hands International – $121,400
  • UNICEF – $58,336
  • Lovepacs – $87,500
  • 6 Stones – $89,660
  • Catholic Charities Dallas – $80,862

“DFW, today was filled with tears, hugs, joy and laughter as your 2024 Giving Machine donations were presented,” Texas Giving Machine said in a Facebook post. “Your generosity brought hope beyond words to each charity. Now, our seven DFW charities can turn these gifts into real help for our neighbors in need.”

More Charitable Items Were Donated  

Charitable items were also provided to individuals worldwide in need through these organizations. The donated items included:

  • 137,800 polio vaccines
  • More than 2,000 clothing and shoe items for local women and children
  • 1,161 hygiene kits for women and children
  • More than 5,000 food items
  • 602 goats for 300 families
  • More than 850 items for babies
  • More than 800 bus passes
  • More than 500 Christmas gifts for local children
  • 1,011 warm night stays for unhoused individuals
  • 1,051 arts and crafts for youth

The Giving Machine initiative extended beyond North Texas, reaching 107 locations across 13 countries in 2024. Altogether, the program donated more than 490,000 items worldwide, generating nearly $50 million in contributions.

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