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In the true spirit of the season, when community and generosity are the centerpiece, organizations throughout Portland are serving free Thanksgiving dinner.
Thanksgiving is a time-honored tradition of coming together to share a bountiful feast. If you’re looking for a free hot meal, visit one of these local organization to enjoy a meal onsite or take it to go. These meals are available to everyone.
You’ll get a full plate of turkey, chicken or vegetarian meal with the fixings at these Portland locations. Note the dates and times for each organization.
Do you know of an organization serving free meals? Send me an email with the details.
Where to Enjoy a Free Thanksgiving Dinner in Portland
Union Gospel Mission
Thursday, November 28, at 10 a.m.-noon
Union Gospel Mission is serving a Thanksgiving meal for dine in or meal to go. Dine in or take your meal to go.
The meal is served at 3 NW 3rd Ave. in Portland.
American Legion 180 Thanksgiving Meal
Thursday, November 28, from 1-4 p.m.
Head to the American Legion Milwaukie Post 180 for a free Thanksgiving meal. This event is open to the public.
The legion is at 2146 SE Monroe St. in Milwaukie.
Celebration Tabernacle Church
Thursday, November 28, from noon-4 p.m.
The Proper Thanksgiving Feast-ival is a beloved Kenton tradition for 25 years. At the church, Po’Shines Cafe de la Soul to serve up a top-quality menu of traditional Thanksgiving favorites and innovative new dishes. There are vegetarian options, too.
The inclusive community experience also features music, entertainment and kids’ activities. It is hosted in a wheelchair-accessible space.
Celebration Tabernacle Church is at 8131 N. Denver Ave. in Portland.
Prost! Portland
Thursday, November 28 at 6 p.m.
Every year, Prost! Portland serves a free Thanksgiving meal. Visitors are encouraged to bring their favorite dessert or side dish to share. Food is available while supplies last.
Prost! is at 4237 N Mississippi Ave. in Portland.
Past Events
Trap Kitchen
Sunday, November 17, from 12-3 p.m.
Trap Kitchen is partnering with local organizations to offer free turkeys and holiday fixings along with free hot Thanksgiving plates of food.
This event is first come, first served. The event is at Trap Kitchen, 8 NW 6th Ave. in Portland.
Dream for Life’s Free Thanksgiving Dinner
Saturday, November 23, from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Living Hope Church is hosting its annual free Thanksgiving dinner. The event features free food, hair cuts, face painting, bounce house and community resources. Everyone is welcome!
Living Hope Church is at 2711 NE Andresen Rd. in Vancouver.
Tigard Church of God Free Thanksgiving Dinner
Saturday, November 23, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Enjoy a free Thanksgiving dinner on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving at Tigard Church of God. Dinner includes turkey, mash potatoes and gravy, dressing, green beans, cranberry sauce, roll with butter and pie.
Tigard Church of God is at 15670 SW 98th Ave. in Tigard.
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