This event is free and open to the public. More than 30 volunteers are expected to help set up tables, prepare hot to-go boxed meals and spread holiday cheer. Union Mission will also provide free clothing and household items through their Clothing Closet.

“The holidays are widely regarded as the season of giving,” says Michael Traynor, President & CEO of Union Mission. “Lending a helping hand to someone in need around this time of year can have an especially huge impact. Union Mission is proud to partner with so many in our community to assist those in need.”

Union Mission was able to partner with multiple businesses, churches, and community members to provide holiday gifts to 135 children and 145 adults within their comprehensive programs. With the generous support of Savannah College of Art & Design, Chatham County Maintenance Department, First Chatham Bank, First African Baptist Church, Optim Healthcare, J.C. Lewis Ford & Mazda, Current Edge Solutions and many other Secret Santa participants; Union Mission was able to make the holidays a little brighter for our most vulnerable neighbors.

Union Mission believes care and support are important courses of action throughout the year, not just during the holiday season. With winter upon us, it brings bitter winds and cold nights. Union Mission will open the doors to allow additional homeless individuals to stay when the temperature drops below 40 degrees. Hats, gloves, sleeping bags, toiletries and personal care items in addition to men’s clothing are currently still needed. Donations can be dropped off at 125 Fahm Street between Monday – Thursday from 10:00am to 4:00pm.