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Annual contributions are essential to fill the gap between actual operating costs and the amount we charge for services in order to keep them affordable for the people who need them most. Through the generosity and compassion of our philanthropic partners, LSS can continue to create a better world long into the future. Make a donation online using a MasterCard or Visa. NOTE: Credit card information is required to ensure your credit card is securely and properly processed. This information is solely used for the processing of the credit card.
To mail a donation, please send it to:
Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio
Attn: Development / Communications Dept.
750 E. Broad St.
Columbus, OH 43205-1000
For questions about donations, please call 614-228-5200 or email donations@lssco.org.
Planned Giving:
We have an increasing number of friends at LSS who now are benefiting from life income gifts, gift annuities and other plans. If you would like to explore the benefits of gift planning, please visit our planned giving website at www.lssplannedgift.org
Thrivent Matching Gift Program
Unlike any other organization, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans offers a benefit that enhances the charitable giving of its members.
A gift to a Lutheran organization enrolled in the GivingPlus® Program can accomplish even more. Through the GivingPlus® Program, a member's financial gift will be supplemented by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.
For more information, please visit us at: www.thrivent.com
Download a Giving Plus Application
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Volunteer Opportunities:
LSS attributes much of its success to the assistance of dedicated volunteers. Last year, 18,888 volunteers helped LSS serve people in need.
Here are a few of the volunteer opportunities available.
Food Pantries
Volunteers stock shelves, take donations and fill customer orders. Opportunities are also available for volunteers who enjoy more direct involvement with the customers by working the intake desk or supervising volunteers.
The only requirement for volunteering is the willingness to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve. The commitment of time is up to you. We know that there are many demands placed upon your time, so we work around you. If you feel the call to serve please contact us for open dates.
Volunteer Hours:
Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lutheran Village of Columbus:
Reader
Visitor
Gardening
"Wheeler"
Activities program helper
Outing helper
Faith Mission:
Serve meals
Resource Center
Health Clinic
Worship service
Southeast Ohio Ministries:
Disaster response
Servant events
The Good Shepherd:
Letter writer
Reader
Visitor
Holiday events
Activity helper
Musical performers
If you would like to volunteer, please click here to fill out the Volunteer Interest Form.
Wish List Items
The following items are urgently needed at our locations.
Food Pantries:
Sugar-free items for diabetics
Low-sodium items
Diapers, all sizes
Toothpaste and toothbrushes
Coffee in small jars, or 1- and 2-lb. cans
Powdered drink mix with sugar
Tea bags, individually wrapped or small boxes
Canned fruits and vegetables
Jelly
Pasta or rice side-dishes
Ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise
Deliver items to the Food Pantry at 1460 S. Champion Avenue, Columbus. First, please call 614-443-5130.
Faith Mission:
New socks and underwear, all sizes
Toiletries -- deodorant, trial-sized shaving cream, razors and dental floss (new only)
Trial-sized laundry detergent
Heavy-duty paper plates, cups, bowls
Plastic utensils
Salt and pepper
Sugar
Aluminum foil and plastic wrap
Instant cereal in packets
Milk
Eggs
Block cheese
Powdered drink mix with sugar
Deliver items to Faith Mission, 315 E. Long Street during regular hours, Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. or Friday 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Weekend deliveries can be made at the Men's Shelter located at 151 N. 6th Street (across the street from Faith Mission). |
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