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Thompson Community Center – Thanksgiving Lunch & Bingo
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 12-3PM
1189 Dennison Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/thanksgiving-luncheon-bingo
Scioto Southland Community Center – Drive-Thru Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 1-5PM
Warm meals will be given while supplies last.
3901 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH 43207
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/thanksgiving-meal-giveaway-3
Delaware County Thanksgiving Meal Kit Giveaway
Thursday, Nov. 21, 2-6PM or while supplies last!
Delaware County Fairgrounds: 236 Pennsylvania Avenue, Delaware, OH 43015
Delaware County residents can attend to receive 1 meal kit per household (enough to feed 6). Contact the organization through Facebook with questions.
facebook.com/photo/?fbid=363762172980217&set=pb.100080393117585.-2207520000
Barack Community Center – Thanksgiving Feast
Thursday, Nov. 21, 4:30-6:30PM
580 Woodrow Avenue, Columbus, OH 43207
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/barack-thanksgiving-feast
Douglas Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, Nov. 21, 5-7PM
1250 Windsor Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/douglas-thanksgiving-meals
Glenwood Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, Nov. 21, 5-7PM
1888 Fairmont Avenue, Columbus, OH 43223
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/glenwood-thanksgiving-meals
Linden Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, Nov. 21, 5-7PM
1350 Briarwood Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/linden-thanksgiving-meals
William H. Adams Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Friday, Nov. 22, 3-5PM
54 Alton Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/adams-thanksgiving-meals
Milo Grogan Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Friday, Nov. 22, 4:30-7PM
862 East Second Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/thanksgiving-dinner
Driving Park Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Friday, Nov. 22, 5-7PM
1100 Rhoads Avenue, Columbus, OH 43206
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/driving-park-thanksgiving-meals
Feddersen Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Friday, Nov. 22, 5-7PM
3911 Dresden Street, Columbus, OH 43224
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/feddersen-thanksgiving-meals
Holton Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Friday, Nov. 22, 6:30-7:30PM
303 North Eureka Avenue, Columbus, OH 43204
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/holton-thanksgiving-meals
Sullivant Gardens Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Friday, Nov. 22, 5PM
755 Renick Street, Columbus, OH 43223
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/sullivant-gardens-thanksgiving-meals
Highland Youth Garden – Free Thanksgiving Market
Saturday, Nov. 23, 11AM-1PM
67 South Highland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43223
Find free, fresh produce and shelf-stable goods for your holiday meal.
highlandyouthgarden.org/programming
Dodge Community Center – Drive-Thru Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway
Monday, Nov. 25, 5-6:30PM
667 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/thanksgiving-meal-giveaway-6
Tuttle Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2-4PM
240 West Oakland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43201
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/tuttle-thanksgiving-meals
Broad Street Presbyterian Church – Thanksgiving Community Meal Giveaway
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 3-6PM
760 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205
Cold, re-heatable hot meals will be given for free on a first come, first served basis.
cap4kids.org/columbus/broad-street-food-pantry
Kaleidoscope Youth Center – Chosen Family Feast
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 4-6PM
603 East Town Street, Columbus, OH 43215
Ages 12-20 are welcome to enjoy a free meal with chosen community.
kycohio.org/calendar.html
Brentnell Community Center – Thanksgiving Meal
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 5-7PM
1280 Brentnell Avenue, Columbus, OH 43219
columbusrecparks.com/calendar/brentnell-thanksgiving-meals
Community Kitchen Inc. – Free Meal
Thursday, Nov. 28, 10:30AM-1PM
640 South Ohio Avenue, Columbus, OH 43205
communitykitchencolumbus.org/locations.html
St. Aloysius Community Outreach – Free Meal
Thursday, Nov. 28, 11AM-2PM
2165 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43204
hilltopusa.org/?resource-item=free-westside-thanksgiving-offerings
Columbus Dream Center – Free Meal
Thursday, Nov. 28, 11AM-12:30PM
38 West Greenwood Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
Free meal open to the community, no registration required.
columbusdreamcenter.org/holidays/#thanksgiving-dinner
A Step in the Right Direction – Free Meal
Thursday, Nov. 28, 11AM-3PM
Glenwood United Methodist Church: 2833 Valleyview Drive, Columbus, OH 43204
facebook.com/events/2191464357903617
The PEER Center – Free Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, Nov. 28, 12-2PM
205 North Hamilton Road, Columbus, OH 43213
A free community meal open to adults ages 18+. No identification required.
thepeercenter.org/eastside-events/thanksgiving-day-celebration
Crossroad World Outreach Ministries – Free Meal
Thursday, Nov. 28, 12-2:30PM
165 South Cypress Avenue, Columbus, OH 43222
hilltopusa.org/?resource-item=free-westside-thanksgiving-offerings
Maple Grove United Methodist Church – Free Meal
Friday, Nov. 29, 6-7PM
7 West Henderson Road, Columbus, OH 43214
All are welcome for a free meal, no reservations needed.
facebook.com/maplegroveumc/posts/pfbid0GZkswrTu6W1YC3j3TZzS3aKs2yDQdrbLCsR2NUDUpS7nxhg4oRHM7mLygefi2f5Fl
Columbus Dream Center – Thanksgiving Meal Baskets
Providing baskets full of ingredients needed to make a Thanksgiving meal to Central Ohio families. Call ahead to register/request a basket.
(614) 547-3138
columbusdreamcenter.org/holidays/#thanksgiving-dinner
Byron Saunder Foundation – Thanksgiving Meal Baskets
Providing free family meal boxes with side dish ingredients and a $20 gift card to purchase a turkey. Applications are closed for Franklin County, but open for Richland, Knox, and Union counties. Visit the website and complete the online form to request a box.
(614) 554-0816
thebyronsaundersfoundation.org/request-a-thanksgiving-meal
Target – Thanksgiving Meal $20 SALE (Not a Free Meal)
Target stores are running a $20 sale for items needed to make a classic Thanksgiving meal to feed 4. The sale includes a 10 pound turkey, a bag of potatoes, a box of stuffing, a jar of gravy, a can of green beans, a can of cream of mushroom soup, and a can of cranberry sauce. The sale does not include tax. Visit the website to purchase for pick-up or delivery.
target.com/c/thanksgiving/-/N-5xt1f
Salvation Army – Christmas Cheer Toy & Food Program
NOW thru Wednesday, Dec. 4
Multiple Locations , See Flyer: cap4kids.org/columbus/files/2024/10/Salvation-Amy-Christmas-2024.pdf
Applications are open for families to receive Christmas toys for children 14 years old and younger, and a Christmas Food box. Families must apply in-person at one of the locations/times indicated on the flyer. No appointment is necessary, but photo ID for Head of Household and Proof of Dependents documentation is required.
easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southwest-ohio/central-ohio/cheer
St. Stephen’s – Christmas Cares Food Box
Sign-ups Open Online Friday, Nov. 22
Franklin County families can visit the website to register for a Christmas Food Box. Families must arrive and pick up their boxes during their assigned time.
Christmas Cares Information: saintstephensch.org/christmas-cares
Worthington Christian Church (benefitting Columbus Dream Center) – Thanksgiving Baskets
Deadline: Wednesday, Nov. 20
Purchase a new laundry basket and fill it with the requested food items. These baskets will be delivered to Columbus Dream Center for families needing holiday meal help.
worthingtoncc.org/baskets
Clintonville Community Resources Center – Thanksgiving Food Items
Accepting donations NOW thru Friday, Nov. 22.
Donations for food items and toys can be dropped off in person. Visit the website for a list of requested items.
3222 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43202
clintonvillecrc.org/2024-holiday-opportunities
Central Community House – Holiday Food Drive
Accepting donations NOW thru Friday, Dec. 13
Seeking food items for baskets that will be distributed to families for holiday meals. Visit the flyer for a specific list of items needed.
1150 East Main Street, Columbus, OH 43205
Food Drive Flyer: facebook.com/photo?fbid=958146646348684&set=a.358727962957225
More information on Central Community House: cap4kids.org/columbus/central-community-house
Salvation Army – Christmas Cheer Toy & Food Program
NOW thru Wednesday, Dec. 4
Multiple Locations , See Flyer: cap4kids.org/columbus/files/2024/10/Salvation-Amy-Christmas-2024.pdf
Applications are open for families to receive Christmas toys for children 14 years old and younger, and a Christmas Food box. Families must apply in-person at one of the locations/times indicated on the flyer. No appointment is necessary, but photo ID for Head of Household and Proof of Dependents documentation is required.
easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southwest-ohio/central-ohio/cheer
614 Youth Prevention Agency – Toy Giveaway Registration
Saturday, Nov. 23, 12:30-5:30PM
CML Northside Branch: 1423 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
cap4kids.org/columbus/files/2024/10/614-YPA-2024-WINTER-SIGN-UP.jpg
Carols on Cleveland – Holiday Event, Toy & Coat Giveaway in Linden
Saturday, Dec. 14, 12-3PM
1410 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
Families in the Linden neighborhood (zip codes 43211, 43224) can register online now to receive free toys and coats. Toys and coats can be picked up at the 12/14 event, a free and family-friendly holiday event.
Registration form: app.smartsheet.com/b/form/d0f6d8b4b79e4a5aab3d279a6a52f337
onelinden.org
Columbus Kids’ Book Bank – Free Book Giveaway Events
Tuesday, Dec. 17, 3-6PM
7949 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43235
Anyone can attend their monthly book giveaway events to shop their selection of gently used children’s’ books for free.
bookbank.secondandseven.com/events
Community Development 4 All People – Free Store Christmas Shop Registration
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 9AM-12PM
Families living in zip codes 43205, 43206, or 43207 with children 12 years old and under can go in person on 12/3 to register for the annual Christmas Shop. Toys will be provided for up to 4 children per household. Parents must bring proof of age for each child, ID of parent, and proof of residence when registering, see flyer for details. Anyone can shop the Free Store year-round for free clothing and household items Tuesdays through Saturdays, no appointment necessary.
946 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 443-1713
Christmas Shop flyer: cap4kids.org/columbus/files/2024/11/CD4AP.pdf
Free Store information: 4allpeople.org/FreeStore
Bloom Free Store
Provides free clothing, shoes, accessories and toys for families with children ages 0-3 in Columbus, Ohio. Families must register with the organization by completing the online form before shopping.
7343 Worthington-Galena Road, Columbus, OH 43085
2578 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
bloomfreestore.org
Common Ground Free Store
A free store with no income requirements, located in Delaware, Ohio.
193 East Central Avenue, Delaware, OH 43015
(740) 369-3733
commongroundfreestore.org
More Free Stores, Clothing, Hygiene Items, & Homegoods
HALT Violence – Coat Drive
Tuesday, Dec. 24
Drop off new or gently used coats to help someone stay warm this winter. Coats can be dropped off at either HALT Violence location:
2360 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43204 or 923 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205
Event flyer: cap4kids.org/columbus/files/2024/11/HALT-coat-drive.png
More information on HALT Violence: cap4kids.org/columbus/halt-violence
Coats For Kids – Coat Drive
NOW thru Saturday, Nov. 23
Drop off or gently used winter coats at any Swan Cleaner’s location or at St. Stephen’s Community House to help keep children warm this year.
facebook.com/photo/?fbid=950070500491268&set=pcb.950070557157929
More information on St. Stephen’s: cap4kids.org/columbus/st-stephens
Clintonville Community Resources Center – Toy Donations
Accepting donations Dec. 3-14
Donations of new and unwrapped toys can be dropped off in person. Click the link for a detailed list of gift items to purchase.
3222 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43202
clintonvillecrc.org/2024-holiday-opportunities
Firefighters 4 Kids – Toy Donations
Saturday, Dec. 14, 9AM-3PM
Accepting toys for kids ages 0-12. Visit the website for a list of drop-0ff locations. They also accept financial donations.
firefighters4kids.com
Franklin County Children’s Services- Holiday Wish
NOW thru Friday, Dec. 20
855 West Mound Street, Columbus, OH 43223
Choose between donating new toys from a child’s wish-list, shopping the Amazon Gift List, or financially sponsoring a child this year. Visit the website for in-person donation hours.
fccs.us/holiday-wish
One Warm Coat – Find Coat Drives Near You
Use the searchable map to find coat drives accepting donations near you! The website also has resources for those looking to organize a coat drive.
(877) 663-9276
onewarmcoat.org/share-warmth/donate-coats
Victory Ministries – Toy, Food, or Monetary Donations
Happening NOW!
3964 East Main Street, Whitehall, OH 43213
Shop and drop-off new toys, shop the Amazon Wish List, donate food items, or make a monetary donation.
victorycoh.org/christmas
Buckeye Ranch – Hope for the Holidays Program
Sign up NOW thru Monday, Dec. 2
Help provide a hopeful holiday for youth and families receiving support at The Buckeye Ranch. Donors can sign up to be matched to a family and shop their wish-list. Donors can also shop The Buckeye Ranch Amazon Wishlist or give a monetary donation.
buckeyeranch.org/get-involved/hope-for-the-holidays
Central Community House – Family Gift Program
Apply NOW! Matches will be provided the week of November 25th.
Complete the registration form to be matched to a family, then shop for holiday gifts. Gifts should be delivered in person by December 13th.
Click Here for the Family Gift Registration Form
More information on Central Community House: cap4kids.org/columbus/central-community-house
Columbus Winterfair
Dec. 6-8, Various Times
Ohio Expo Center: 717 East Seventeenth Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
Shop the annual fine art and craft fair to find unique gifts and support local artists. Tickets are required but prices are affordable.
winterfair.org
Columbus Recreation & Parks – Adopt A Center
Shop the Amazon Wishlist or give a financial donation to help provide food and toys for families at Columbus Community Centers this year.
(614) 626-5740
crpfoundation.org/adoptacenter
Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS)
Shop their wish-lists, donate household items, or make a financial donation to support our refugee and immigrant neighbors here in Central Ohio.
crisohio.org/donation-items
Furniture Bank of Ohio – Adopt A Family
Consider giving to this charitable organization to help families impacted by life crises gain stability and hope through free essential furniture.
Adopt A Family information: furniturebankcoh.org/adopt-a-family/?segmentCode=HO1024EM4
More information on Furniture Bank of Ohio: cap4kids.org/columbus/furniture-bank
Golden Hobby Gift Shop
Shop handmade goods made by Columbus-area seniors and volunteers.
columbusrecparks.com/facilities/goldenhobbygiftshop
Huckleberry House – Multiple Opportunities
Support this important youth shelter this holiday season by participating in the Holiday Gift Drive, donating cookies, or shopping their Gift Bag Amazon Wishlist.
Monday, Dec. 9 Holiday Cookie Drive: huckhouse.app.neoncrm.com/forms/cookiedrive24
Thursday, Dec. 12 Holiday Gift Drive: signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/251784302018/false#/invitation
Crisis & Outreach Gift Bag Amazon Wishlist: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/26DWP4MT5MNV8/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
More information on Huckleberry House: cap4kids.org/columbus/huckhouse
Moms2B Seeking Donations
Donation Information: cap4kids.org/columbus/files/2024/11/Donate-to-Moms2B-This-Holiday-Season-1-2.pdf
More information on Moms2B: cap4kids.org/columbus/moms2b
Neighborhood Bridges
This platform helps match families in need to those able to help. Visit the website and browse through the “Open Needs” in suburbs across Ohio. If you can help, simply fill out the form on the website to get started.
cap4kids.org/columbus/neighborhood-bridges
Rides 4 Refugees
This organization supports the Central Ohio refugee community through vehicle ownership and transportation resources. Consider donating your vehicle or making a financial donation this holiday season.
rides4refugees.us
FACCES Fresh Market – Bimonthly Volunteering
Volunteer to help serve food and hygiene items to community members while dancing along to the FACCES playlist!
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, Multiple PM shifts
2505 Lockbourne Road Columbus, OH 43207
eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-at-the-facces-fresh-market-tickets-630317254877
614 Youth Prevention Agency
Seeking volunteers year-round and for their annual Holiday Toy Giveaway Event. Call or email the organization directly to get started.
(380) 867-4260
614ypa@gmail.com
sites.google.com/view/614youthpreventionagency
Columbus Dream Center
Seeking volunteers to serve meals and deliver meal baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Visit the website to sign up or to give a monetary donation.
38 West Greenwood Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201
(614) 547-3138
cap4kids.org/columbus/columbus-dream-center
Community Development 4 All People
Multiple opportunities for groups or individuals to serve at their Free Store, Fresh Market, Bikes 4 All People, and more.
Volunteer Contact Information: 4allpeople.org/volunteer
Group Volunteer Registration Form: 4allpeople.app.neoncrm.com/forms/group-form
More Information on CD4AP: cap4kids.org/columbus/community-development-for-all-people-cd4ap
Local Matters
Multiple opportunities including; meal prep, writing thank you notes, hosting holiday tours, and more.
Volunteer Sign-Up: local-matters.org/stay-involved/volunteer
More About Local Matters: cap4kids.org/columbus/localmatters
Seeds of Caring – Multiple Opportunities for Kids & Families
Get the kids involved in your holiday giving through one of the many opportunities available with Seeds of Caring. Some opportunities are in-person, and others you can do from the comfort of your own home.
Upcoming opportunities: eventbrite.com/o/seeds-of-caring-9804905236
More information on Seeds of Caring: cap4kids.org/columbus/seeds-of-caring
St. Stephen’s – Christmas Cares
Sign up online to volunteer. Volunteers must be ages 12+. Those who can’t volunteer can donate online for the Virtual Food Drive.
saintstephensch.org/christmas-cares
Victory Ministries – Serving Opportunities
Multiple dates/opportunities to volunteer for individuals or groups ages 12+. Sign up to help pack or distribute holiday food boxes. Those who can’t volunteer can also donate food items or toys.
3964 East Main Street, Whitehall, OH 43213
victorycoh.org/christmas
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