Salvation Army of Manatee County to Serve Free Thanksgiving Meal to the Homeless and Hungry

BRADENTON — The Salvation Army of Manatee County invites the public to join us for a warm, welcoming, and free Thanksgiving Day meal on Thursday, November 27, 2025. This annual community meal is open to anyone who is hungry, experiencing homelessness, or simply in need of companionship and a hot holiday meal.

From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., guests will be served a complete Thanksgiving plate featuring turkey, bread, stuffing, a vegetable, dessert, and a drink. The meal will be hosted at our downtown Bradenton campus located at 5328 24th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34205. More than 200 meals are expected to be served.

“This season reminds us that even when life feels uncertain and ever-changing, gratitude still shows up in powerful ways,” said Deral Pitts, Director of Community Relations & Development. “We invite our community family to come share those moments of thanks with us over a hot meal and a welcoming seat at the table.”…

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