FOOD · FAMILY · COMMUNITY
Holiday Meal Drive
2026
Free Thanksgiving meals and community resources for East Oakland families, brought to you by the East Oakland Bridges Coalition, EOBA, East Bay Circle of Men, and community partners.
Help Us Feed 1,400 Families
Rising costs are stretching East Oakland families thin. Each family we serve receives a complete Thanksgiving meal: a turkey, fresh produce, and holiday sides. Not because we want to, but because we NEED to.
more families at our weekly pantry
families, up from 900 last year
feeds a family of four
MATCH ENDS OCTOBER 31
Double your gift with Thrivent
Thrivent Financial matches every dollar, covers processing fees, and sends you a tax receipt. Your $50 becomes $100. Your $100 becomes $200.
Share your WHY: tell us your reason for giving in the Special Tribute section.
TWO DAY EVENT GUIDE
What to Expect on November 20 & 21
Two days of service, connection, and community at the EOBA campus. Rain or shine.
Arrival, Parking & Hospitality
Parking
Prune Street will be blocked for diagonal vendor and volunteer parking. Carpooling is encouraged.
Community Partner Lounge
In the portable: Saturday breakfast, drinks, food, and restroom access all day.
Cabana Lounge
A second spot to take a break, grab refreshments, and connect with partners.
Many hands. Many resources. One mission.
No experience needed. Individuals, families, and groups are all welcome at 816 98th Avenue, Oakland.
Questions or need to update your sign-up info? Contact Info@EOBA.org
Can’t give or volunteer right now? Share our donation link with friends, family, and coworkers.
More Ways to Take Part
Register for a Holiday Meal
East Oakland families can register to receive a Thanksgiving meal. Registration opens November 1.
Community Resource Fair
Connect with local organizations sharing information on health and wellness, housing, employment, education, youth activities, and more. Organizations can sign up to reserve a table.
Register for a Table
MAJOR SPONSORS
Thank You to Our Sponsors
