Community Thanksgiving Giveaways Around Northwest Arkansas 2024

As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a time to reflect on gratitude and community. Across Northwest Arkansas, numerous organizations are coming together to ensure everyone can enjoy a warm meal and share in the holiday spirit. Whether you’re looking to volunteer, donate, or enjoy a Thanksgiving meal, these community events have something for everyone.

Here’s a roundup of Thanksgiving meal giveaways happening around our region:

Centerton

• Centerton’s Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner

  • Date: Thursday, Nov. 28, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Details: Free community dinner at Centerton City Hall, 290 N. Main Street.
  • RSVP Required: No
  • Donate or Volunteer: Community Thanksgiving Dinner

• Lifepoint Church Centerton Meal Giveaway

  • Date: Delivered Sunday, Nov. 24
  • Details: Meal baskets delivered to local residents.
  • RSVP Required: Yes, message Lifepoint Church via Facebook Messenger.

Bentonville

• Thanksgiving Meal Drive by SOCO Church

  • Date: Tuesday, Nov. 26, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (or while supplies last)
  • Details: Free Thanksgiving meals (serving a family of 10) delivered to cars.
  • RSVP Required: No
  • Organizer Website: SOCO Church

• Neighbor Night

  • Date: Thursday, Nov. 28, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Details: Free meals at 306 SW A Street.
  • RSVP Required: No
  • Organizer Website: For The Love NWA

Fayetteville

• Donald M. Reynolds Boys and Girls Club’s Thanksgiving Feast

  • Date: Thursday, Nov. 21, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
  • Details: Free Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings.
  • RSVP Required: Yes, email [email protected].
  • Organizer Website: Fayetteville Kids

• Rainbow Thanksgiving by NWA Equality

  • Date: Sunday, Nov. 24, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
  • Details: A chef-prepared buffet with traditional and vegan options. Includes kids' activities.
  • RSVP Required: No
  • Organizer Website: NWA Equality

Rogers

• CARE’s Annual Thanksgiving Dinner

  • Date: Thursday, Nov. 28, 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Details: Free meal served at 919 S Dixieland Rd.
  • RSVP Required: No
  • Organizer Website: CARE Community Center

• First Baptist Rogers Thanksgiving Meals

  • Date: Meal requests open Nov. 18-27 (until capacity is reached).
  • Details: Delivered made-from-scratch Thanksgiving meal.
  • RSVP Required: Yes, call 479-636-3451.
  • Organizer Website: First Baptist Rogers

Siloam Springs

• F2F Thanksgiving Meal Signup
  • Date: Saturday, Nov. 23, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • Details: Holiday food box pick-up at 1400 US-412.
  • RSVP Required: Yes, register here.

For more details or updates to this list, visit the full article on KNWA’s website.

As we are reminded this season of the strength and generosity of our Northwest Arkansas community. Whether you’re sharing a meal with loved ones, giving your time to help others, or simply reflecting on the good in your life, we wish you a warm and joyous Thanksgiving.

From my family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!
– The Blue Haired Broker