Festive graphic with gingerbread house, tree, gingerbread man, star, and snowflake cookies hanging on strings at top; the text 'Cookies, Claus, & Community,' 'Giving Tuesday | Dec 2, 2025,' and logos for Thrivent and Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach.

Join Us For Cookies, Claus, & Community!

Dec 2 | 3:30pm - 6:30pm | Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln

Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach is hosting Cookies, Claus, & Community in partnership with Thrivent on Tuesday, December 2nd, at Sheridan Lutheran Church from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Activities include visiting with Santa, decorating cookies, enjoying hot cocoa, and assembling care kits for individuals experiencing homelessness.

A freewill donation of $25 is suggested, but any amount is appreciated. On December 2nd, Thrivent will boost donations by matching $1 for every $2 raised. Plus, Thrivent is covering all online processing fees, so 100% of each gift will go directly to Matt Talbot.

“Everyone is welcome to join us for this fun GivingTuesday event,” said Alynn Sampson, Executive Director. “It is a great opportunity to celebrate the season, spread kindness, and make memories – all while supporting hunger and homeless prevention services Lincoln.”

Giving Tuesday was started in 2012 to encourage people to do good. Over the last 13 years, this idea has grown into a global movement that inspires millions of people to donate, volunteer, and spread awareness about causes that matter in their local communities.

We hope you'll join us!

For more information, please contact Jenn Boettcher at jenn.boettcher@mtko.org.


Is your church interested in sharing this event with your congregation? We have marketing materials available for download below!

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