Free Thanksgiving Turkeys For Those in need in NYC
Multi-Borough
Friday Nov 22:
Amazin’ Mets Foundation: 10th annual MetsGiving Turkey Giveaway: more than 8,500 turkeys to those in need across all boroughs, ft. locations such as the Queens Community Justice Center, New York Common Pantry in Manhattan, Part of the Solution in the Bronx, Project Hospitality in Staten Island, and Maimonides Park in Brooklyn
Manhattan
Saturday Nov 23:
Plants on Wheels 2nd Annual Vegan Thanksgiving: 2-4pm at Washington Square Park: Free plant based food, coats and warm clothing
Boys and Girls Club of Harlem Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway 12-3pm at 521 W 145th St
Charles Pan Fried Chicken: Turkey & Ham giveaway 12pm (439 W 125th St)
Sunday November 24:
Jim Jones’ VampCares: Free turkeys in Harlem from 11am-2pm (57 Malcolm X Blvd.)
Tuesday November 26:
Harlem Grown Thanksgiving Drive: Free meal kits to those in need 10a-3p (116 W 134th St)
Brooklyn
Saturday Nov 23:
Councilmember Sandy Nurse will hand out free turkeys at 56 Pennsylvania Ave. on a first-come-first-serve basis from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
D35 3rd Annual Turkey Giveaway: Turkey giveaway and resource fair with Councilmember Crystal Hudson at 260 Eastern Pkwy from 11am - 2pm
Bay Ridge Community Development Center: Turkeys will be given out on a first-come-first-serve basis, 9818 Fort Hamilton Pkwy at 11am
Spot Near U Everyone Eats Turkey Giveaway: Free turkeys, chicken, fresh vegetables and canned goods 1-5pm, first come first serve (4310 3rd Ave)
LinkNYC Thanksgiving Food Drive... Featuring Busta Rhymes: LinkNYC, in collaboration with Assemblymember Chandler-Waterman, IAmWondaWoman, East Flatbush Village, Inc., and Busta Rhymes will distribute turkeys, fresh produce, canned goods and other essentials. The event will feature workshops about mental health and a free performance from P.S. 135 alumnus hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes. 11 a.m. (P.S. 135 at 684 Linden Blvd)
Queens:
Friday Nov 22:
Finish the Plan Productions Thanksgiving food drive: Queens families in need are invited to attend to receive Turkeys, nonperishable goods, and canned goods 12-4pm (227-12A Merrick Blvd., Laurelton)
Saturday Nov 23:
Holiday Food Giveaway: Emblem Health is partnering with the office of Assembly Member Clyde Vanel to host a holiday food giveaway for Queens residents. Fresh fruits, seasonal vegetables, and other produce will be available on a first-come-first-served basis 10am - 1pm (206-20 Linden Blvd, Cambria Heights)
Monday November 25:
Food Box Giveback with Council Member Nantasha Williams & Senator Leroy Comrie/ Real Veggie Foundation 11am - til supplies last (Majority Family Life Center 115-21 Farmers Blvd)
Turkey and Food Box Giveback – Real Veggie Foundation 4-6p (109-59 Inwood St., South Jamaica)
Wednesday November 27:
Thanksgiving Feast Giveaway- Office of Council Member Joann Ariola (Ozone Park and the Rockaways) 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. **Interested families must sign up by calling Jessica at 718-738 1083 ( this event is first come first serve) (93-06 101 Ave /Rockaway Office: 114-12 Beach Channel Dr.)
The Bronx
Tuesday November 26:
The Mall at Bay Plaza: Pick up your ticket at Guest Services on Level 1 in the mall through November 26. Pick up your FREE turkey on Tuesday, November 26 between 10am and 6pm outside the mall, near the Christmas tree. Tickets required (200 Baychester Ave)
Happy almost Thanksgiving! If you are in need, there are a lot of spots that give away free turkeys, food and more. Please note, these events are for people and families in need. See below for a list by borough and date starting November 22.
