Alternative Gifts Fair
Our congregation is comprised of 1,750 members and has held services in downtown Denton for 160 years. We strive to make a difference in our community and in the world. FUMC-Denton has been hosting the Alternative Gifts Fair since 1986. This fair is different than most. It is not a fundraiser for the church, but an opportunity for shoppers to purchase unique and one-of-a-kind items with all proceeds going to missions and non-profits. In the last three years, FUMC has raised over $243,000 for missions at this event.
The idea of the fair is to offer our members and the Denton community an alternative for their holiday shopping. Over 35 vendors sell their one-of-a-kind artisan items and crafts providing an alternative for gift giving and, at the same time, raising money of which 100% benefits the non-profit organizations represented. Fairtrade goods, handmade merchandise by third-world-country artisans and merchandise donated by both First United Methodist Church members and Denton locals make the fair an event not to be missed. People from around our region come to the fair year after year to buy creative and unique items in a fun and safe environment, avoiding the rush and craziness of the malls.
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