Parktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to make sure that there haven't been any changes. On their calendar you can find upcoming food distributions, events and volunteer opportunities. Donations are welcome … [Read more...] about Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Day Jan. 8
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Free Food Giveaways with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC — Food giveaway in Zebulon Jan. 9
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina offers many free giveaways at pop-up events throughout the month. The goal of these pop-up events is to supplement the work of locally run food pantries, soup kitchens and other organizations that distribute food to those in need. You can find the current schedule of the pop-up markets at foodbankcenc.org/popup-markets. The schedule is usually … [Read more...] about Free Food Giveaways with Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC — Food giveaway in Zebulon Jan. 9
Produce Giveaway at Lakewood YMCA Durham Jan. 3
Durham YMCA announced on Facebook that they are hosting a produce giveaway on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Lakewood YMCA, 2119 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina. Come by and grab a bag of fresh fruits and veggies, absolutely free, while they last. This giveaway is held in partnership with Eatwell Exchange Inc. and Aetna. … [Read more...] about Produce Giveaway at Lakewood YMCA Durham Jan. 3
Durham Rescue Mission’s 48th Annual Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner Dec. 23
Durham Rescue Mission is hosting its 48th Annual Christmas Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event starts at 12 p.m., with the line forming at 11 a.m. Activities for the day will include free toys for children in attendance. They have a ton of bikes to give away. Also, enjoy a free hot turkey & ham dinner … [Read more...] about Durham Rescue Mission’s 48th Annual Toy Giveaway and Community Dinner Dec. 23
Halftime Lounge offering a free dinner Dec. 22
Halftime Lounge, at 133 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, announced on Instagram that it's hosting a free dinner for the community on Monday, December 22, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. No reservations needed. Just come on by. If you'd like to contribute to this or a future event, please contact Halftime Lounge. … [Read more...] about Halftime Lounge offering a free dinner Dec. 22
Free Selfies with Santa, and cookie bake-off, at 94th Street Pub in Durham Dec. 18
West 94th Street Pub, 4711 Hope Valley Road, #6C, Durham, North Carolina, has lots of holiday events coming up. Santa Selfies Santa is visiting West 94th Street Pub on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Take selfies for free! He'll be there at 6:30 p.m. Announced on Facebook. Take a selfie and tell him your wish list! Holiday Cookie Bake-off Also, on December 18th, at 6:30 p.m., there will be a … [Read more...] about Free Selfies with Santa, and cookie bake-off, at 94th Street Pub in Durham Dec. 18
Holiday Food Distribution in Rolesville Dec. 17
Town of Rolesville, North Carolina, is holding a Holiday Food Giveaway on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or while supplies last, at 203 E Young Street, Rolesville, North Carolina. This will be a drive-thru distribution. One per car. Please make sure to follow all signs and directions. Look for updates on Town of Rolesville's Facebook page. Distribution is first come, … [Read more...] about Holiday Food Distribution in Rolesville Dec. 17
Food distribution at Eubanks Park-and-Ride Lot in Chapel Hill Jan. 14
The Town of Chapel Hill holds a regular food distribution, open to all community members, two times a month. It takes place at the Eubanks Park-and-Ride Lot, 2000 Eubanks Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, at 9:30 a.m. The distribution is not taking place on December 24. Please bring one or two boxes or bags. The distribution is held in … [Read more...] about Food distribution at Eubanks Park-and-Ride Lot in Chapel Hill Jan. 14
Drive-thru food pantry at Hillside Church in Chapel Hill Dec. 6
Hillside Church, 201 Culbreth Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, announced on Facebook that it's holding a food pantry event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a drive-thru pantry. You must be in line by noon to be served, but consider arriving after 11:30 a.m. to avoid long wait times. … [Read more...] about Drive-thru food pantry at Hillside Church in Chapel Hill Dec. 6
51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner with Durham Rescue Mission Nov. 27 — learn how you can help
Durham Rescue Mission is hosting its 51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 1201 East Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's held outside at the Mission campus. This event feeds homeless, hungry and needy men, women and children. Doors open at 11 a.m. and dinner starts at 12 p.m. Those in need can enjoy a free hot turkey dinner with all the trimmings, … [Read more...] about 51st Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner with Durham Rescue Mission Nov. 27 — learn how you can help
