Remember Local Food Banks This Holiday Season and Beyond!
As the leaves fall and the weather gets colder, many look ahead to times of companionship, joy, and abundance. But, sadly, many of our neighbors find themselves considering how they will provide for themselves and their families.
According to New York City Council, New Yorkers visited food pantries over 30 million times in 2023. Additionally, soup kitchens provided nearly three and a half million meals. Moreover, according to City Harvest, almost 50% of working-aged households in New York are struggling to make ends meet.
Broadway Stages prides itself on the role we play in fighting this scourge. For instance, our founder, Tony Argento, sits on the board of directors of The Campaign Against Hunger. We also donate the space for the the Corona Food Bank, run by the Community Center Services Organization (CCSO) and its founder and executive director, Evelyn Heilbron.
Broadway Stages urges you to look out for your neighbor during this time of abundance and throughout the year. Below are just a few of the great nonprofits fighting food insecurity in our five boroughs and beyond. For an extensive list, click here.
Community Center Services Organization (CCSO) - Food Bank of Corona
CCSO’s 2024 Thanksgiving Community Meal will be held on Wednesday, November 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 93-15 Corona Ave., Elmhurst, NY. Follow them for more information on Instagram and Facebook. Consider providing financial support via their GoFundMe page.
The Campaign Against Hunger (TCAH)
At two locations, TCAH will distribute FREE turkeys and Thanksgiving essentials. It's first-come, first-served while supplies last. Note, these are ticketed events.
Brooklyn
2010 Fulton Street
Brooklyn, NY
Thursday, November 21
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Far Rockaway
Far Rockaway Farm
45-55 Beach Channel Drive
Friday, November 22
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Here are some additional organizations you might consider supporting:
North Brooklyn Angels
Rethink Food
City Harvest
Food Bank For New York City