It’s that time of year again, when we gather together with family and friends and give thanks. But for many in our communities, it’s not always possible to put a Thanksgiving feast on their table.
The following organizations generously help bring delicious meals to all, on and around Thanksgiving Day. Please remember to support them, if you can – by volunteering or through donations – as they support so many who need their help.
United Church of Ferndale
2034 Washington St, Ferndale
Saturday, November 22
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
360-714-9029
Ferndale Food Bank
1671 Main Street in Ferndale
An addition of turkey and a bag of holiday fixings to regular distribution prior to Thanksgiving on November 19, 22, 24, and 26.
Five Columns Restaurant
Thanksgiving dinner for seniors (age 65 and older). It’s recommended that you make a reservation a week ahead of the holiday.
1301 East Maple St, Bellingham
Thursday, November 27
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
360-676-9900
Lighthouse Mission
Bellingham’s Lighthouse Mission supplies a traditional Thanksgiving meal and clothes giveaway in the Assumption Church Gym.
2116 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham
Friday, November 28
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
360-733-5120
Lynden Project Hope Food Bank
Thanksgiving gift baskets provided for regular Project Hope clients.
205 South B.C. Avenue #105, Lynden
Monday, November 24, and Wednesday, November 26
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
360-354-HOPE (4673)
Maple Alley Inn
Maple Alley Inn will provide a Thanksgiving meal the week before the Thursday holiday at Faith Lutheran Church.
2750 McLeod Rd, Bellingham
Thursday, November 20
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
360-739-7335
Old Town Café
Old Town Café serves up its 42nd annual free Thanksgiving dinner.
1316 West Holly Street in Bellingham
Thursday, November 27
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
360-671-4431
Salvation Army
Free Thanksgiving dinner – all are welcome.
2912 Northwest Ave, Bellingham
Wednesday, November 26
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
360-733-1410
