THE BIG GIVE


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The Big Give '24

We are so excited to see everyone from the church community and surrounding area this year, and we want to let you know that you're invited to register for a spot at The Big Give! Don't wait, because there are limited spots available, and you must be registered to attend. Everyone registered receives a Christmas dinner box to take home and prepare a great meal for your family and a box of free household goods.

The Big Give
Saturday, December 14, 2024
The River Church
(765) 573-5482 | 759 S. Lenfesty Ave, Marion, Indiana

Be sure to note the times for Christmas at The River this year at the bottom of the page! We would love for you to join us at one the identical services listed below and make Christmas at The River a part of your holiday traditions.

Serve at The Big Give on the Dream Team!

Dream Team registration is open to The River Church Family and the community, and we need your help to volunteer on one of the many teams on Saturday, December 14th that will serve over 1200 people. Make a difference!

What is The Big Give?

The Big Give is "on-the-go" outreach event that The River Church has been blessed to be able to host each year around the holiday season. The Big Give is a "drive-thru" style event with fun for the whole family including the usual Big Give Giveaway Prize opportunities for both the adults and the kids who attend! This is one of the many events that The River Church holds throughout the surrounding communities to help out those in need of food and household resources.

Community members can register for a pick-up time slot, where they will drive through the campus of The River Church and will receive a box filled with food items, some household goods, and resources to help meet the spiritual needs of the community.

Kids will also have an opportunity to see Santa, and check out some of the many fun characters entertaining you while you are in line.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register?

We have online registration this year. Visit “theriver.cc/thebiggive”. Registration is live on November 18th. The Big Give will be held Saturday, December 14th.

Do I need a ticket/confirmation?

Make sure you see the confirmation when you submit it, but you do not need to bring it with you. However, when you arrive, you will need to give a volunteer your name and the phone number you used to register.

I didn’t receive a confirmation?

Your registration must not have went through. Please try submitting it again.

I can’t submit the form?

Many areas are required. Do you see any red words or red dots? Those are the areas you need to go back and fill in. It will not let you submit the form until all required questions are answered.

Who do I bring to the event?

Just you and your family, if they are able. We will have characters, Santa, a fun treat, and a fun video for your kids. If you want to park and get out for a picture with Santa and the other characters, that will be allowed at the very end (after you’ve been through the line and picked up your meal box.)

Do I have to come to the time that I registered?

You MUST attend at the time you select in order for us to manage traffic flow and eliminate long wait time. As you select a time frame, know that we cannot predict the amount of time you might wait for your drive thru experience to be completed. Please allow yourself extra time. Thank you for understanding that we cannot allow cars to skip the wait time. We will work our best to stay on schedule and keep the line moving as efficiently as possible.

What happens if I cannot come to The Big Give?

You can have someone come and pick up your box for you. They just need your name and phone number. However, if you don’t come by the 1:30pm time slot, your box will be considered left over and those on the waiting list will have opportunity to get any left over boxes. We cannot hold your box for you after that time.

Can I pick up a box or register for someone else?

Yes, you may, but you will need to provide the name and phone number that they registered with in order to pick their box up (or have them pick yours up).

How many registrations do I need?

You may only reserve one registration per household. The reservation is for your entire family.

What time do I need to be there?

Arrive at the time of your registered for. This is the time you selected when you began the registration process and should be in your confirmation email.

Can I get an extra box?

No, unfortunately only one meal box per person/household will be allowed for giveaways and meal-boxes.

Do you have any help for Christmas presents for my kids?

We are sorry. We do not but we will have giveaways at the event.

I don’t have a church, when are your Sunday services?

We would love you to join us. We have three identical Sunday Services at 8:30am, 10:00am and 11:30am.

Join us for Christmas at The River on Sunday, December 22nd at 9:00am, 11:00am, 4:00pm, or 6:00pm. Then again we will offer opportunities to attend on Christmas Eve at 4:00pm and 6:00pm. We will have awesome kids’ activities for babies through 5th grade. Older children will sit with their families.

How can I know about anything else happening at The River Church?

Website – www.theriver.cc
Facebook – @theriverchurchmarion
Instagram – @theriverchurchmarion

CHRISTMAS AT THE RIVER

You're invited to Christmas at The River! This year, include one of the identical services listed below in your holiday traditions and join us in the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.

Sunday, December 22
9:00AM | 11:00AM | 4:00PM | 6:00PM

Tuesday, December 24
4:00PM | 6:00PM

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Sunday Services

- Marion 8:30, 10:00, 11:30am
- Chesterton 10:30am
Office Hours
- Marion Mon-Thu, 9:00-4:00pm

Does The River help with bills, etc?
We have an application for assistance available in our office, connection to a ton of community resources, and events all-year round for the community.

When is The Big Give (food giveaway)?
The Big Give is Saturday, December 14! REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18. To access everything "Big Give" CLICK HERE.

How do I register for the Men's Conference?
The Men's Conference with Brian Bradford is on Saturday, November 2 from 4:00-8:00pm. For more information and to register click here... Men's Conference 2024

If you still have questions or need to connect please fill out the form below, and we are excited to hear from you.

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