Since 2020, North Brooklyn Angels has hosted Neighbors Giving Thanks, a volunteer-driven, multi-day event that brings together over 100 local volunteers to ensure our neighbors in Bushwick, Greenpoint, and Williamsburg experience a joyous and dignified Thanksgiving, regardless of means or circumstances.
The affordability crisis in New York City continues to impact our neighbors. As grocery costs remain high and many families struggle to make ends meet, a dignified Thanksgiving shouldn’t be a luxury. Whether it’s a turkey to prepare at home or a warm, restaurant-style meal served with care, every neighbor deserves to gather and give thanks.
We need your support to make this happen again in 2025!
With sustained high costs for food and turkeys, your donation will make a real difference in our community. Please consider giving and spreading the word to keep our “neighbors helping neighbors” motto alive.
What We’re Planning for November 2025:
- 1,000 frozen turkeys distributed to local families who have the means to cook at home but need support affording a holiday meal
- Over 1,000 holiday meals prepared and distributed at our regular community locations from Monday through Wednesday before Thanksgiving
- Almost 600 sit-down, restaurant-style Thanksgiving meals served at four North Brooklyn locations, creating safe, welcoming spaces where neighbors can celebrate together—with pickup options available for those who prefer freshly packaged meals
Two Ways to Celebrate, One Goal: Dignity for All
We recognize that our neighbors have different needs and circumstances. Some have kitchens and the ability to cook but can’t afford a turkey. Others may not have cooking facilities, live alone, or simply want the experience of a communal celebration. That’s why we offer both options—because choice itself is a form of dignity.
Your contribution helps provide a warm, welcoming holiday to those who need it most.
Donate online today via Paypal listed below, or by check addressed to 127 Kent Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222.
We also gladly accept donations via Venmo (northbrooklynangels) and Zelle (fundraising@northbrooklynangels.org).
Corporate & Business Sponsorships
For corporate or business sponsorship opportunities, please email us at fundraising@northbrooklynangels.org
Interested in Volunteering?
We’re grateful for the overwhelming community support we receive each year! Due to the popularity of our Thanksgiving volunteer opportunities and the need to balance experienced volunteers with new faces across our venue operations, completing our volunteer interest form adds you to our waitlist.
This allows us to:
- Finalize logistics and fundraising before confirming volunteer shifts
- Ensure each location has a strong mix of returning volunteers who know our operations and enthusiastic newcomers
- Contact you with specific opportunities that match your availability and our capacity
Complete our volunteer interest form via Airtable to join the waitlist. We’ll be in touch as we confirm details and available spots. Please note that submitting the form does not guarantee a volunteer placement, but we do our best to accommodate as many community members as possible.
For updates on volunteer opportunities and other North Brooklyn Angels activities, sign up for our bi-weekly newsletter via Mailerlite.
Together, we’re not just feeding our neighbors - we’re honoring them. Thank you for being part of our community.