No empty tables this Thanksgiving
Because of ongoing food insecurity, one in eight people in our region must pick between daily necessities and buying food for a Thanksgiving meal. Your box helps ensure that people in your city and region can create memories over a hot meal, this holiday.
“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” - Matthew 25:35 (NIV)
Here’s how to get involved
Fill a Thanksgiving box
- Step 2:Fill the box with items from the and write a note to the recipient on the outside flap.
- Step 3:Bring it back during your site’s designated time. For Anywhere participants, for info on drop-off.
Volunteer your time
- Step 1:Pick where you want to help and get ready to have more fun than a chicken on Thanksgiving. Find your site.
- Step 2:Follow the sign-up instructions to gobble, gobble up all the volunteer opportunities.
- Step 3:Invite your friends and family to volunteer alongside you!
Every box has a story.
Site Information
Volunteer links and box pickup/drop off times
Columbus
Pick up days:Sunday, Nov 3 & Sunday, Nov 10
Drop off times:Sunday, Nov 24: 10:30am-12:30pm
Dayton
Pick up days/location:Sunday, Nov 3 & Sunday, Nov 10
Bellbrook Middle School, 3600 Feedwire Road, Bellbrook, OH 45305
Drop off times/location:Saturday Nov 23, 11:00am-2:00pm
Our NEW! Site 2700 Miamisburg Centerville Road Dayton, OH 45459
Bellbrook, OH 45305 ()
East Side
Pick up days:Sunday, Nov. 3 and Sunday, Nov. 10
Drop off times:Sunday, Nov 24: 8:30am-12:00pm
Inside the Atrium
Cincinnati, OH 45245 ()
Volunteer roles are full! If you're looking for other opportunities this holiday season,
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Florence
Pick up days:Sunday, Nov. 3 & Sunday, Nov. 10
Drop off times:Sunday Nov 24: 8:30-11:30am
Park in the CR Florence Lot. Volunteers will pick up.
Florence, KY 41042 ()
Volunteer roles are full! If you're looking for other opportunities this holiday season,
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Lexington
Pick up days:Sunday, Nov. 3 and Sunday, Nov. 10
Drop off times:Tue Nov 12: 4-8pm (early drop off)
Main Entrance
Sun, Nov 24: 8:00am-12:30pm
Parking Lot Drive Thru
Lexington, KY 40509 ()
Volunteer roles are full! If you're looking for other opportunities this holiday season,
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Mason
Pick up days:Sunday, Nov. 3 and Sunday, Nov. 10
Drop off times:Sat Nov 23: 2:00-5:00pm
Sun Nov 24: 8:30-11:30am
Parking Lot Drive Thru
Mason, OH 45040 ()
Oakley
Pick up days:Sunday, Nov. 3, Thursday Nov. 7, & Sunday Nov. 10
Drop off times:Saturday, Nov 23: 12:00-5:00pm
Parking Lot Drive Thru
Cincinnati, OH 45209 ()
Volunteer roles are full! If you're looking for other opportunities this holiday season,
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West Side
Pick up days:Sunday, Nov. 3 and Sunday, Nov. 10
Drop off times:Saturday, Nov. 23: 4:00-6:00pm
Sunday, Nov. 24: 8:30-11:30am
Drive Thru line at Main Entrance
Cleves, OH 45002 ()
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add extra items to the printed Family box? I really want to!No, please do not add anything extra to the Family box.
We love your generosity though! If you want to purchase extra items, you can. We ask that you pack your Family box as it is listed with all items on the shopping list. Any extra items you buy can be dropped off at the same time. Please bring those in a separate bag (and not in your Family box).
Why are we purchasing Kroger and Walmart Gift cards for Family boxes?The Partner organizations we donate boxes to are asking that we include a Kroger or Walmart gift card so people can pick a protein that works best for their family and any sensitivities family members might have. In addition, they can use any gift card balance for other necessities the family needs.
I know someone who needs help with a meal at Thanksgiving. What can I do?You are the church! If you know someone in need, follow the steps below to care for your neighbor. You can do it!
Start by having a conversation, don’t assume they need a box. Afterall, TFD is more than a box.
If groceries are needed, great, hit up the grocery store. You could use our TFD shopping list, or make a personalized grocery list based on the items that you know they like. If the need is a warm home cooked meal, extra time on their hands, and/or community, this can all be solved by inviting them over to your Thanksgiving dinner. (Jesus tip: you don’t have to know someone to invite them to your table “I was a stranger and you invited me in.” Matthew 25:35) Whatever you do, be sure to encourage them. Affirm the significance of their relationship to you. Affirm what is Godly that you see in them. And affirm them in the hope of Jesus Christ.
