Live Coverage Opportunity: Christmas Gift Distribution for Families Facing Hardship   

Press AdvisoryFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Joshua Kinney
Director of Marketing & Communications
Phone: 484-557-1601
jkinney@missiondc.org
WHAT:

Operation Christmas Miracle, Central Union Mission’s annual Christmas outreach, provides toys and gifts to hundreds of children across the DC region who are facing financial hardship. This initiative ensures that vulnerable children experience hope, joy, and the love of Christ this Christmas season, reminding them they are not forgotten.

Media are invited to capture live distribution moments as children receive new toys, gift cards, and other donated items from generous community members. For more information, questions, or to learn more, please contact Joshua Kinney, Director of Marketing & Communications, at jkinney@missiondc.org or call 484-557-1601.

VISUALS:
  • Children selecting or receiving Christmas gifts
  • Volunteers distributing toys, gift cards, and care items
  • Families interacting and celebrating
  • Rows of donated toys and gift bags
  • Interviews available with Mission leadership and program staff


WHEN & WHERE (Media Coverage Opportunities):

Washington, DC – Comprehensive Family Resource Center
Tues, December 16 & Weds, December 17
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
3194 Bladensburg Rd., NE, Suite B, Washington, DC 20018
(Located down the driveway between Popeye’s and Northeast Auto Body Collision Center)

Arlington, VA – Mission: NOVA
Fri, December 19 & Tues, December 23
12:00 PM – 3:30 PM
5401 7th Rd S, Arlington, VA 22204

ABOUT CENTRAL UNION MISSION:
Founded in 1884, Central Union Mission is the oldest private social service agency in the District of Columbia. In addition to its emergency shelter, which provides over 62,000 bed-nights each year, the Mission operates five facilities located in DC, Maryland, and Virginia aimed at transforming the lives of people experiencing poverty and homelessness through a comprehensive array of co-located, wraparound services and programs. To learn more, visit missiondc.org.