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​MLM ​CHRISTMAS STORE

The MLM Christmas Store, held December 5th - 8th at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Westport, is one of the largest gift-giving programs in the Greater Kansas City area.  The store provides over 850 families with a joyful and dignified shopping experience, free of charge. Guests select toys, gifts, blankets, clothing, coats, small household appliances, and food to help make their holidays a little merrier.  

ELIGIBILITY

Participating families must apply at MLM in October (see below for dates and times)  and meet the following requirements:

• Live within MLM's service area (ZIP codes 64108-64114 or 64127 - 64132)
• Not enrolled in another Christmas program such as the Mayor's Christmas Tree Fund
• Income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level:
  • 1-person household = $1,518 month
  • 2-person household = $2,058 month
  • 3-person household = $2,598 month
  • 4-person household = $3,138 month
  • 5-person household = $3,676 month

APPLICATION PROCESS
Participants may apply at Metro Lutheran Ministry (3031 Holmes, KCMO 64109) during the month of October.

SHOP

To apply, participants must bring:

• Picture ID for head of household
• Date of birth and Social Security card for each household member
• Proof of income for last 30 days 
• Proof of address (current piece of mail)

During the application process, participants will select their December shopping date and time. 
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Questions? Please call 816-931-0027. 

Experience a joyful shopping experience, free of charge

For more information, call 816.931.0017