Alternative Gift Fair 2024

Join us for our annual Alternative Gift Fair, a meaningful way to shop for holiday gifts that support causes making a difference locally and globally. This year's event will be held on:

Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Location: Prince of Peace Church of the Brethren
53105 Ironwood Rd, South Bend, IN 46635

Featured Vendors

Ten Thousand Villages

Ten Thousand Villages provides handcrafted, fair-trade products made by artisans from developing countries. Your purchases support sustainable livelihoods and empower communities worldwide.

Malawi Matters

Malawi Matters focuses on providing HIV and AIDS education in Malawi through culturally relevant training and community programs, helping to save lives and empower communities.

Soup of Success

A project of Church Community Services, Soup of Success helps women in need by providing job and life skills training through the production and sale of high-quality soup mixes and other goods.

Hope for Nepal

Hope for Nepal works to uplift impoverished communities in Nepal through educational initiatives, disaster relief, and sustainable development projects.

Unity Gardens

Unity Gardens promotes community health and food security by creating free-access gardens in South Bend where people can harvest fresh, healthy produce.

St. Margaret's House

St. Margaret's House provides services and support to women and children in need, offering resources like meals, clothing, and a safe place to gather.

Elisabeth Simeri

Elisabeth Simeri offers handcrafted, one-of-a-kind artwork and goods that reflect creativity, care, and a passion for community. Her unique creations make perfect holiday gifts.

Wi'am Conflict Transformation Center

Wi'am Conflict Transformation Center, based in Bethlehem, works to promote peace and reconciliation through nonviolent methods, community empowerment, and advocacy for justice.

Wellfield Botanic Gardens

Wellfield Botanic Gardens is a stunning sanctuary in Elkhart, Indiana, that combines horticulture, art, and education. Your support helps maintain this beautiful space and its educational programs.

PaperPie (Usborne Books)

PaperPie offers high-quality, engaging books and educational resources for children, encouraging a love of learning and literacy in young minds.

Bake Sale

Don’t miss our congregation’s bake sale! Proceeds go directly to support the Prince of Peace ministries.

We hope to see you there!

Prince of Peace Church of the Brethren

53105 North Ironwood, South Bend, IN 46635

574-272-0114

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