Arlington Kindness: Mission Arlington Prepares for 2021 Thanksgiving Meal Distribution

By Office of Communication

Posted on November 23, 2021, November 23, 2021

Mission Arlington is gearing up for its annual Thanksgiving meal distribution in The American Dream City. Last year, Mission Arlington gave away more than 6,000 meals, and that number will likely be even larger this year as families feel the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

It's a monumental task made possible by hundreds of volunteers. They've been hard at work cooking and packing meals, but the work isn't done. More volunteers are needed on Thanksgiving morning to distribute the food.

“We’ve been out in this community for 35 years,” said Mission Arlington Executive Director Tillie Burgin. “The network, knowing the people, knowing where the needs are, and then the volunteers as we’ve lived together here in Arlington, it’s made such a huge difference for the unity of this City. On Thanksgiving, it is a special to day to give God the glory for His provisions.”

How You Can Help:

• If you're able to donate, Mission Arlington is collecting turkeys and other food items. You can drop off donations at Mission Arlington headquarters, located at 400 W. South Street. Click here for more information.
• If you're able to volunteer, meet at Mission Arlington (400 W. South Street) at 8 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 25, 2021. Please bring a mask. All activities will be held outside, and most volunteers will not need to leave their cars. Click here for more information. 
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