Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for some families who are experiencing food insecurity and poverty. The cost of ingredients for Thanksgiving dinner may be out of budget if you are struggling with bills or other financial stress. There are several organizations in Stark County that offer Thanksgiving food giveaways and hot meals so families and children can enjoy the holiday.
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank offers ingredients to cook a holiday meal. They are located in Stark County at 1365 Cherry Avenue NE, Canton. Visit their website for up-to-date distribution schedules. Their phone number is (330) 535-6900.
Stark County Hunger Task Force
Holiday meal ingredients can also be secured from the Stark County Hunger Task Force, which operates the Community Campus Food Pantry out of the Ken Weber Community Campus at Goodwill. Visit their website for more information. The Stark County Hunger Task Force is located at 408 9th Street SW, Canton. Their phone number is (330) 455-6667.
Refuge of Hope
Refuge of Hope provides hot meals Monday-Friday with doors opening at 4:30 PM and dinner is served at 6 PM. They will be open regular hours on Thanksgiving Day for dinner. Refuge of Hope is located at 715 Second Street NE, Canton. For more information, visit their website or call (330) 453-1785.
CommQuest Samaritan’s Table
CommQuest offers hot lunches through their Samaritan’s Table every Thursday from 11 AM – 1 PM at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist Parish Hall 627 McKinley Avenue NW, Canton. Samaritan’s Table also holds food and hygiene product giveaways, when available. Visit their website for more information or call (330) 455-0374.
Union Baptist Church
Union Baptist Church will serve a Thanksgiving meal on November 21 from 12-4 PM. Everyone is welcome to attend. Union Baptist Church is located at 413 Cornelia Avenue NE, Canton. For more information, call (330) 454-7450.
Find Holiday Resources at StarkHelpCentral.com
StarkHelpCentral.com has information for individuals and families in need of support for the holidays, from food insecurity and holiday gift assistance to mental health and parenting support. Find all our resources on our website.
