As the holidays approach, non-profit organizations located in the City of Orange, such as the Friendly Center and The Hub OC, are hosting a variety of food donation drives during this Thanksgiving season. 

Friendly Center, a local non-profit, is conducting a food drive to support its mission of bringing stability, opportunity, and hope to children and families in poverty. The Full Shelves, Full Hearts food drive will be accepting donations of traditional Thanksgiving items, international pantry staples, and grocery gift cards on Monday, November 24th at 147 W. Rose Ave., Orange & 6688 Beach Blvd., Buena Park. For more information or to schedule a drop-off appointment, visit https://friendlycenter.org/thanksgiving/. 

The Hub OC is inviting community members to spread Thanksgiving warmth by making a donation, bringing food, or volunteering their time. A donation of any size can provide a meal for someone in need. To donate online, visit Give Thanksgiving — The HUB OC. For in-person donations, the Hub Resource Center and Youth Centers of Orange, are both providing Thanksgiving experiences on November 27th and November 21st. Sign up to volunteer, bring food, or find more information at Give Thanksgiving — The HUB OC. 

Share Ourselves is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing care and assistance to those in need. On November 22nd, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, this organization will host a Thanksgiving Food Distribution, providing all families with the opportunity to enjoy a holiday meal together. They are located at 1550 Superior Ave., Costa Mesa, CA. Registration is required; visit 2025 Thanksgiving Food Distribution – Share Ourselves to register before the program is full. 

The holidays should be a time for family, warmth, and joy. Each gift, big or small, makes a difference in the lives of someone in the community.