Unique vending machines in Old Town let visitors donate to local and global causes [Video]

SAN DIEGO — In the heart of Old Town San Diego, there is a new way to give to help those in need both locally and across the globe. Imagine stepping up to a vending machine, but instead of selecting a candy bar or a bag of chips, you’re choosing to change a life.

A New Way to Give

This holiday season through Jan 1, 2025, visitors to the historic Old Town San Diego State Historic Park will encounter Giving Machines, innovative vending devices that allow instant acts of kindness, offering a menu of charitable options that range from purchasing a goat for a struggling family, warm clothing for a child, or providing job training for someone seeking economic independence.

“We are thrilled to host the Giving Machines this holiday season,” says Fred Grand, President …