Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude for friends, family and all the positives in one's life. The following organizations are putting together community Thanksgiving dinners. Spend your Thanksgiving with them or get involved by helping their cause.
Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude for friends, family and all the positives in one's life. The following organizations are putting together community Thanksgiving dinners. Spend your Thanksgiving with them or get involved by helping their cause.
Thanksgiving in the Barrio
Luz Social Services, City of Tucson Parks and Recreation and the Community Partnership of Southern Arizona are teaming up to put on their 12th annual Thanksgiving dinner. Free and open to the public.
Where: El Pueblo Neighborhood Center, 101 W. Irvington Rd.
When: Nov. 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
How to help: In need of volunteers and food donations such as frozen turkeys and canned food. Luz Social Services can also pick up food donations. For more information, call 388-4574.
Gospel Rescue Mission
Offering hot meals as well as to-go meals. Also hosting a "Caring Fair" where different agencies provide services such as passing out free dog food.
Where: 312 W. 28th St.
When: Nov. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
How to help: In need of volunteers and food donations. For more informations call Evelyn at 740-1501 ext. 7036.
Salvation Army
Their 26th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner is free and open to the public. Takeout sandwiches and entertainment will be provided. Home delivered meals can be arranged. Call 322-2009.
Where: St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 1143 E. Fort Lowell Rd.
When: Nov. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.
How to help: All volunteer positions are filled, but they are currently in need of food donations such as pies, turkeys, dinner rolls, loaves of white bread, etc. Monetary donations are also accepted. Donate to the Salvation Army City Offices, 1001 N. Richey Blvd. FOr more information, call 795-9671.
Compassion Hope Center Church
Hot dinner provided.
Where: 4650 E Eastland St.
When: Nov. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
How to help: Volunteers and food donations are needed. For more information, call 320-5437 ext. 4.
Feeding Lot Program
Hot dinner, food boxes and clothing are provided.
Where: Outdoor area at 4431 E. 22nd St.
When: Nov. 25 from 3 to 6 p.m.
How to help: Volunteers and food or clothing donations are needed. For more information, call 320-5437 ext. 4.
