Check Out These Chicago Food Drives in November
The holiday season is upon us, with several Communities Partnering 4 Peace organizations celebrating with events throughout the month of November. At a time when some individuals and families might be experiencing hardships, these organizations are stepping up to do their part in serving the community.
From turkey giveaways to festive gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Check out the list of events below.
Additionally, you can help support local families by donating to Metropolitan Family Services‘ Howard & Evanston Community Center Food Pantry, which provides hundreds of families with nutritious food and household essentials each week. Learn more and donate here.
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South Side
Public Equity
November 19 | Neighbor Nourish & Resource Fair (Auburn Gresham), 4 – 7 p.m.
Join Public Equity in Auburn Gresham for its Neighbor Nourish & Resource Fair, a community event dedicated to sharing support, warmth, and good food this holiday season. (More info)
Address: 1120 W 79th St, Chicago, IL
Contact: Jessie Davis
Contact Number: 773-526-2329
November 20 | Neighbor Nourish & Resource Fair (Chatham), 4 – 7 p.m.
Join Public Equity in Chatham for our Neighbor Nourish & Resource Fair, a community event dedicated to sharing support, warmth, and good food this holiday season. (More info)
Address: 1021 E 83rd St, Chicago, IL
Contact: Jessie Davis
Contact Number: 773-526-2329
Project H.O.O.D.
November 23 | Thanksgiving Food Giveaway, 10 a.m.
Join Project H.O.O.D. for its annual Thanksgiving Food Giveaway at New Beginnings Church, located at 6620 S King Dr. This event is all about giving back. Families can simply drive up, pop their trunk, and Project H.O.O.D. will fill it up with groceries, fresh produce, and Thanksgiving essentials — no questions asked. It’s simple. It’s personal. It’s powerful. Because no one in our community should have to face the holidays empty-handed. (More info)
Address: 6620 S King Dr, Chicago, IL
Contact: info@projecthood.org
Contact Number: 773-923-8270
Think Outside Da Block
November 24 | Give N Peace, 4 – 8 p.m.
This fall, Think Outside Da Block is giving warmth, care, and connection—because peace starts with showing up for each other. Join them for Give N Peace, a multi-floor celebration of community support and joy, right in the heart of Englewood. (More info)
Address: 6500 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL
Contact: info@thinkoutsidedablock.org
Contact Number: 312-244-0442
West Side
Alliance of Local Service Organizations (ALSO)
November 21 | Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway & Game Night (Humboldt Park), 4 – 8 p.m.
Join ALSO in Humboldt Park for a free Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway & Game Night! The community will come together to enjoy free refreshments, activities, games, resources, and more. (More info)
Address: 1440 N Humboldt Blvd, Chicago, IL
Contact: Thomas Ross
Contact Number: 773-235-5705
November 21 | Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway & Game Night (Humboldt Park), 4 – 8 p.m.
Join ALSO in Humboldt Park for a free Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway & Game Night! The community will come together to enjoy free refreshments, activities, games, resources, and more. (More info)
Address: 3154 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Contact: Fred Wallace
Contact Number: 773-235-5705
New Life Centers
November 25 | Little Village Thanksgiving Food Giveaway, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join New Life Centers for a Thanksgiving food giveaway in Little Village. There are drive-up and walk-up options. (More info)
Address: 2701 S Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL
Contact: info@newlifecenters.org
Contact Number: 312-736-2466
North Side
Alliance of Local Service Organizations (ALSO)
November 14 | Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway & Game Night (Avondale), 4 – 8 p.m.
Join ALSO in Avondale for a free Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway & Game Night! The community will come together to enjoy free food, games, activities, resources, and more. (More info)
Address: 3212 W George St, Chicago, IL
Contact: Luis Cotto
Contact Number: 773-235-5705
ONE Northside
November 20 | Turkey Giveaway (Rogers Park), 3 – 7 p.m.
ONE Northside will be sharing turkeys with anyone in the community who needs one for Thanksgiving. All turkeys are first come, first served. Bring a cart or bag to carry your turkey home. Please note there are four turkey drop-off locations at United Church of Rogers Park (1545 W Morse Ave, 3 p.m.), Willye B. White Park (1610 W Howard St, 4 p.m.), Pottawattomie Park (7340 N Rogers Ave, 5pm), and Culture Connects (707 W Howard St, 6 p.m.). (More info)
Address: Multiple locations
Contact: Zerell Davis
Contact Number: 773-355-1069
November 21 | Turkey Giveaway (Uptown), 3 – 6 p.m.
ONE Northside will be sharing turkeys with anyone in the community who needs one for Thanksgiving. All turkeys are first come, first served. Bring a cart or bag to carry your turkey home. Please note there are three turkey drop off locations at Argyle and Winthrop (3 p.m.), Agatite and Sheridan (4 p.m.), and the 46th Ward Office (4544 N Broadway, 5 p.m.). (More info)
Address: Multiple locations
Contact: Zerell Davis
Contact Number: 773-355-1069
Check out more CP4P events here.