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St. Paul Presbyterian Church in Johnston is hosting the 9^th  annual Johnston Alternative Gift Market on Saturday, December 3rd from 10:00-2:00 PM. This unique shopping experience offers shoppers the ability to purchase a “gift” that directly benefits a non-profit, in honor of relatives and friends. In total, 15 local non-profits will be on site and online with holiday alternative gifts. Gifts from 21 international non-profits will also be available.  Last year over $8,000 worth of life-changing gifts were given!

Shoppers can purchase polio vaccines for children, veterinarian care for animals, meals for the homeless, roofs for schools and many more meaningful gifts.   Loved ones who are honored will receive an attractive holiday card with an insert explaining how their gift helped someone in need.  

If you are unable to attend, you can also visit www.johnstonagm.org/ and shop online from November 11 to New Year's Day. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to the organization. We are excited to partner with the following organizations: Alternative Gifts International, The Johnston Partnership, Central Iowa Shelter and Services, CROSS Outreach, HOPE Ministries, Animal Rescue League, GDSM Habitat for Humanity, Genesis Youth Foundation, Rotary Club of Johnston, ChildServe, DSM Ronald McDonald House, Veterans in Agriculture, Self-Help International, Count the Kicks, Genesis Youth Foundation, and Nature Bags.