As published in ABC7 11/22/25:
The Safe Children Coalition (SCC) distributed 450 complete Thanksgiving meals on Nov. 22, during its annual drive-thru event, continuing a nearly quarter-century tradition of supporting families in need.
This year marks the 24th time the organization has hosted the holiday giveaway, which began as a community service project for teens in SCC’s Achievers program. The effort has since grown into a community-wide initiative made possible through donations and local partnerships.
Each family received a turkey large enough to feed eight people, along with vegetables, traditional side dishes and a pie.
The meals were provided by Publix, which supplied the food at a discounted cost in support of the event.
Over the past 24 years, SCC has distributed nearly 7,000 Thanksgiving meals to Sarasota-area families. Officials said the annual effort remains an important source of relief for households facing financial hardship during the holiday season.
SOURCE: https://www.mysuncoast.com/2025/11/22/safe-children-coalition-distributes-450-thanksgiving-meals/
