Putting together a grand meal for the holidays isn’t always easy when resources aren’t accessible. Thanksgiving is right around the corner; and there are foodbanks, churches and community volunteers around Indianapolis preparing to assist. Here is a list of organizations and events serving holiday dinners or supplying groceries to make a Thanksgiving meal of your own.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Indy Juneteenth: The People’s Food Program
Church of the Living God, 7206 E 38th St. Indianapolis, 46226
This food giveaway provides turkeys and non-perishable side dishes for families during the holiday season. The food drive will run from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
RSVP at www.indyjuneteenth.org.
Thursday, Nov.19
Living In the Moment Initiative Incorporated: 2026 Thanksgiving Turkey Drive pick up
Living in the Moment Professional Hub, 8383 Craig St #200, Indianapolis, 46250
This event is being advertised as a wonderful opportunity to support the Indianapolis community and ensure everyone has a meal during the holiday season. The drive will be 5-8 p.m.
RSVP at www.livinginthemomentinitiative.org.
Friday, Nov. 20
New Day Pentecostal Church: Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway
New Day Pentecostal Church,1058 N. Miley Ave. Indianapolis, 46222
During the giveaway, each car can receive one basket of holiday food items. ‘Enjoy a little extra joy this Thanksgiving’ From 6-8 p.m.
Learn more at www.ndcpindy.com.
Monday, Nov. 23
City of Lawrence Thanksgiving food giveaway
Lawrence Community Center, 5301 N. Frankin Road, Indianapolis 46226
This event provides groceries that include turkeys and side dishes on a first-come first-serve basis from 4-6 p.m.
Contact via email at cityoflawrence.org.
Keller & Keller Turkey Giveaway
2850 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46208
Keller and Keller will be gifting families with turkeys starting at 10 a.m. with a goal of giving out 1,000 turkeys.
Learn more via Facebook at Keller & Keller, Indiana Injury Lawyers.
Tuesday, Nov. 24
Edna Martin Christian Center Annual Thanksgiving dinner
37 Place Community Center, 2605 E 25th St, Indianapolis 46218
The Thanksgiving dinner is open to the Martindale-Brightwood residence and surrounding community members from 5:30-7 p.m. The hot meal will also come with a dessert.
Learn more at www.ednamartincc.org.
Wednesday, Nov. 25
Mt. Pleasant Christian Church: Thanksgiving Boxed Meal/Distribution
5111 W 62nd St Indianapolis, IN 46268
Grab a boxed Thanksgiving meal from 5-7 p.m. Registration is required.
Learn more at mountpleasantindy.org or RSVP via Eventbrite.com.
Thursday, Nov. 26
Community Thanksgiving meal
Allisonville Christian Church 7701 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis 46250
‘Everyone is welcome at our Thanksgiving table.’ You can dine in or grab a meal to go from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Contact via email at office@allisonville.org.
Something Good for the Hood Inc. presents: “A seat at the table” Thanksgiving dinner
520 E Market St. Indianapolis, 46218
The first annual ‘Everyone deserves a seat at the table’ will be from 4-8 p.m. providing community members with a hot meal, beverage and dessert.
Learn more at www.something-good-4-the-hood.org.
Good Samaritan Network Holiday Assistance: Thanksgiving Dinner Meals
White River Christian Church, 1685 N 10th St, Noblesville, 46060
Thanksgiving dinners will be available for families in need from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. on a first come first serve basis.
Learn more at www.gsnlive.org.
Broadway United Methodist Church: Community Thanksgiving Dinner
609 E 29th St Indianapolis, 46205
The Jones Lewis Foundation and Elvira’s Outreach host its community dinner experience from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Learn more at www.broadwayumc.org or call (317)531-9410.
Mozel Sanders Thanksgiving Dinner Day ‘Feed The Hungry”
For more than 40 years, the Mozel Sanders Foundation has been delivering hot meals to homes on Thanksgiving Day. Schedule your meal delivery via the registration form.
Learn more at mozelsanders.org or register for a delivery Here.
This story will be updated as additional giveaways are announced.
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Kha'Lea Wainwright is a Staff Writer with the Recorder. She is a graduate of Kentucky State University, with a background in communications, public relations, and performing arts.
