Getting started.
Who this helps
Everyone is welcome at the community meal. People who want to prepare a Thanksgiving meal at home can sign up for a food box. Hot meal delivery is for housebound neighbors.
How to get started
Everyone is welcome at the meal, and no pre-registration is needed. Housebound neighbors can receive a prepared meal on Thanksgiving Day.
Attend the meal.
Come to Freeport Community Center on Thanksgiving Day.
Sign up for a box.
Visit the FCS lobby during Thanksgiving sign-up hours. In 2026, hours are November 2, 4, 9, and 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; November 3 and 10 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.; and November 5 and 12 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The 2026 Holiday Programs Calendar has the schedule.
Call if you cannot come.
Contact Director of Programs Kara LaRochelle at (207) 865-3985 ext. 205 if you cannot make a sign-up time.
Pick up your box.
Pick up food boxes at FCS on November 24, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
How they can help.
FCS hosts the meal at Freeport Community Center and distributes food boxes with a turkey, vegetables, and meal fixings. It delivers hot meals to housebound neighbors on Thanksgiving Day.
- Community Thanksgiving meal at Freeport Community Center
- Food boxes with turkey, vegetables, and meal fixings
- Hot meal delivery for housebound neighbors
A few questions before you go.
Check how the service works, when it is available, and any costs. Ask about communication or accessibility support if you need it.
- Can anyone join the community meal?
- Can a meal be delivered if I am housebound?
- What should I do if I cannot make a sign-up time?
- When can I pick up a food box?