November is here, and Thanksgiving is around the corner.

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation sites are giving away turkeys and coats to help those in need. They are also offering resource drives to support the community this holiday season.

Check out the events below brought to you by our staff and partners. Please note: events may be canceled or postponed due to bad weather. Be sure to check the links below to confirm date, time, and location.

FKD Friendsgiving

November 16, 2024
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Gambrel Recreation Center—4800 Ditman Street, 19124.

Join us for FKD’s Friendsgiving Coat Giveaway and Resource Event on November 16, 2024! We’ll be giving away free coats for kids—just bring a bag and the child who will receive the coat. Resources will be available while supplies last. For more information, contact (215) 685-1243.

Turkey Giveaway

November 23, 2024
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Belfield Recreation Center—2109 W Chew Ave., 19138.

Turkey giveaway are for residents of the surrounding community of the Belfield Rec Center. First come, first served. ID is required. Learn more and register here. 

Basket & Winter Coat Giveaway

November 25, 2024
4 p.m.
McIlvain Playground—5200 Penn St., 19124.

District 6 is hosting a Basket & Winter Coat Giveaway! Join us for a turkey and coat distribution event. Everyone is welcome to attend. Items will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact (215) 685-1228.

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Special Meal Giveaway

November 21, 2024
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Mi Salud Wellness Center—200 E. Wyoming Ave, 19120.

Mi Salud Wellness Center is hosting a special meal giveaway on November 21, 2024.  We’ll be distributing turkey, turkey salami, and other food items on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring your own bags for pickup. For more information, contact us at (215) 220-4421 or mi.salud.wellness@gmail.com.

Tyrese Maxey Foundation: Holiday Turkey Giveaway

November 23, 2024
Noon to 2 p.m.
George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science—1600 West Norris Street, 19121.

Tyrese Maxey Foundation presents the Annual Holiday Turkey Giveaway! At this event, turkeys and healthy dinner sides are available for families in need. Get details and register on Eventbrite.

Turkey Drive

November 26, 2024
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Vare Recreation Center —2600 Morris Street, 19145.

Ron Jaworski’s Foundation is proud to offer Thanksgiving dinner to families. Join us on Tuesday, November 26th to collect a turkey dinner. Deadline to sign up is November 22. Limited spots are available. Learn more and register online.