It’s Thanksgiving week! In the spirit of the holiday, here are some local Thanksgiving-related community events, including turkey drives, giveaways, and free Thanksgiving meals for seniors, families in need, and people experiencing homelessness.
Note that many of these are first-come, first-served events and some require registration before attending. The events are listed in order by date.
Basket and Winter Coat Giveaway | Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
McIlvain Playground, 5200 Penn Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Turkey and Food Giveaway | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 from 12:00–4:00 p.m.
3890 North 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Jaws Turkey Drive | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 from 3:30–5:30 p.m.
Vare Recreation Center, 2600 Morris Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145
The Joy of Giving Giveaway | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 from 5:00–8:00 p.m.
4340 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19140
*Free food, clothing, and shoes
Free Hot Meals | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
5227 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19144
Third Annual Community Thanksgiving | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
5245 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19144
A Friendsgiving Community Dinner | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 from 5:00–8:00 p.m.
Dorothy Emanuel Recreation Center, 8500 Provident Street, Philadelphia PA 19150
*Please RSVP in advance: 215-688-2430
Chosen 300 Ministries Thanksgiving Meal | Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
1116 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Philadelphia Operation Turkey Day Giveaway | Thursday, November 28, 2024 from 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The Common Place, 5736 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon | Thursday, November 28, 2024 from 1:00–4:00 p.m.
5220 Whitby Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Chosen 300 Ministries Thanksgiving Meal (Two Locations) | Friday, November 29, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
1116 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
3959 Lancaster Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
For more information on food, nutrition services, and public benefits, you can use the City of Philadelphia’s Food and Meal Finder tool at phila.gov/food/ or call the Office of Homeless Services at 215-686-7175.
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