Why You Should Go...

When was the last time you bought blankets or therapy from a vending machine? When was the last time you provided something for someone in need? Now is the perfect time of year to take a moment during your hustle and bustle to have an interactive experience supporting humans in need. It’s easy, it’s fun, and you’ll feel the spirit of the season.

Giving machines are vending machines that are all about the experience of giving instead of buying something to satisfy your immediate need. For example, you can purchase school shoes or refugee relief kits to help families around the world or pet therapy to help children right here in Kansas City. Items start at $7 and go up to $250, so everyone can have the experience of giving on any budget.

Then, after inserting a credit or debit card or tapping digital payment (no cash), a card with a picture of your item drops into a collection bin, and you walk away with a digital receipt and a smile for days.                                                                                                                     

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Why You Should Go...

When was the last time you bought blankets or therapy from a vending machine? When was the last time you provided something for someone in need? Now is the perfect time of year to take a moment during your hustle and bustle to have an interactive experience supporting humans in need. It’s easy, it’s fun, and you’ll feel the spirit of the season.

Giving machines are vending machines that are all about the experience of giving instead of buying something to satisfy your immediate need. For example, you can purchase school shoes or refugee relief kits to help families around the world or pet therapy to help children right here in Kansas City. Items start at $7 and go up to $250, so everyone can have the experience of giving on any budget.

Then, after inserting a credit or debit card or tapping digital payment (no cash), a card with a picture of your item drops into a collection bin, and you walk away with a digital receipt and a smile for days.                                                                                                                     

What You Should Know...

Open: Seasonally: November, December

Hours:

Sunday: 9:00am - 9:00pm

Monday: 9:00am - 9:00pm

Tuesday: 9:00am - 9:00pm

Wednesday: 9:00am - 9:00pm

Thursday: 9:00am - 9:00pm

Friday: 9:00am - 11:00pm

Saturday: 9:00am - 11:00pm

Payment: MC, Visa, Discover, Debit

Insider Info

Credit cards or digital payment only.

Volunteers are available most business hours to answer questions or take your picture.                      

Three hours of free parking at Crown Center with validation from any shop or restaurant.

Fun Facts

100% of your donation goes directly to people in need.

We are supporting six local charities and two global charities this season.

Tell your friends you got a goat from a vending machine! #givingmachineskc