{"id":42908,"date":"2025-06-23T08:55:50","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T12:55:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/?page_id=42908"},"modified":"2026-10-22T10:30:38","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T14:30:38","slug":"holiday","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Help &amp; Winter Resources 2026 (CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Holiday)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The annual CAP4Kids Holiday Help List is here! This list is being updated in real time. Check back often for updates on giveaways for meals, winter clothing, toys, and more to help keep the holidays bright for all. Do you know of a resource we should add to the list? Let us know at CAP4KidsColumbus@nationwidechildrens.org.<br \/>\n<em>**All CAP4Kids material is for general information purposes. While we endorse careful review of the information on our site, we cannot endorse any particular organization. Availability may change quickly. Please contact agencies directly to verify accuracy and access services. Information in each section is listed by date or alphabetically**\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Click to navigate this page:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#anchor-holiday-meals\">Free Holiday Meals<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#anchor-coats\">Free Coats, Winter Clothing &amp; Hygiene Items<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#anchor-toys\">Holiday Toys &amp; Free Stores<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#anchor-donating\">Holiday Donating &amp; Volunteering<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#anchor-essential\">Essential Needs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#anchor-supporting-kids\">Supporting Kids During the Holidays<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/family-activities-and-resources\/\">Free &amp; Low-Cost Family Fun<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a style=\"position: relative;top: -130px\" name=\"anchor-holiday-meals\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"> Free Holiday Meals<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Columbus Turkey Drive<\/strong><br \/>\nSign up: Opens Thursday, Nov. 12<br \/>\nPickup: Sunday, Nov. 22 | 12-4PM<br \/>\nLocation: TBA in Columbus<br \/>\nSign up to receive a free, uncooked turkey and sides. Feeds a family or 4-6. Any family living in Ohio is welcome to sign up. Photo ID is required to pick up your meal. No proof of income required.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/columbusturkeydrive.com\/#get-a-meal\">ColumbusTurkeyDrive.com\/#get-a-meal<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway with Columbus Kappa Alpha Psi<\/strong><br \/>\nSaturday, Nov. 14 | 8-11AM<br \/>\nLinden Stem Academy: 2626 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211<br \/>\nFree turkeys and food will be provided while supplies last. Residents of Columbus are welcome to attend.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DdtwyxGOn80\/\">Instagram.com\/p\/DdtwyxGOn80<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Turkey &amp; Coat Giveaway<\/strong><br \/>\nSaturday, Nov. 14 | 11AM<br \/>\nCity of Grace Church: 3350 Allegheny Avenue, Columbus, OH 43209<br \/>\nFree turkeys and winter coats will be given away while supplies last.<br \/>\nFlyer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.impactca.org\/community-events\/november-14th-2026-turkey-amp-coat-giveaway\">ImpactCA.org\/community-events\/november-14th-2026-turkey-amp-coat-giveaway<\/a><br \/>\nEvent website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/city-of-grace-3rd-annual-turkey-coat-giveaway-tickets-2003569368917\">Eventbrite.com\/e\/city-of-grace-3rd-annual-turkey-coat-giveaway-tickets-2003569368917<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Table of Thanks: Thanksgiving Food Giveaway &amp; Health Screening Event with BridgePoint<\/strong><br \/>\nSaturday, Nov. 21 | 10AM-2PM<br \/>\nFriendship Baptist Church: 1775 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223<br \/>\nAttendees can enjoy a hot meal, free health screenings, access to the food pantry, and food baskets for families of 5 while supplies last.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/a-table-of-thanks-nourishing-our-community-tickets-2002578925474\">Eventbrite.com\/e\/A-Table-of-Thanks-Nourishing-Our-Community-Tickets-2002578925474<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Thankful &amp; Thriving Resource Fair with A Step In The Right Direction<\/strong><br \/>\nSaturday, Nov. 21 | 12-2PM<br \/>\nHilltop Library: 511 South Hague Avenue, Columbus OH 43204<br \/>\nThis event is designed to connect, support, and uplift our community with helpful resources and essential supplies. Connect with local community organizations\/resources and visit the Hygiene Store for free personal care items. Free turkeys will be given while supplies last.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.intherightdirection.org\/event-details\/thankful-thriving-resource-fair\">InTheRightDirection.org\/Event-Details\/Thankful-Thriving-Resource-Fair<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Free Thanksgiving Dinner at Columbus Dream Center<\/strong><br \/>\nThursday, Nov. 26 | 11AM-12:30PM<br \/>\n38 West Greenwood Avenue, Columbus OH 43201<br \/>\nA free Thanksgiving meal will be served. No registration required.<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/www.columbusdreamcenter.org\/holidays\/#thanksgiving-dinner<\/p>\n<p><strong>SRD &amp; Friends Holiday Meal<\/strong><br \/>\nThursday, Nov. 26 | 11AM-3PM<br \/>\nGlenwood United Methodist Church: 2833 Valleyview Drive, Columbus OH 43204<br \/>\nEnjoy a free community Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone is welcome.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.intherightdirection.org\/event-details\/srd-friends-holiday-meal\">InTheRightDirection.org\/Event-Details\/SRD-Friends-Holiday-Meal<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Giant Eagle Free Turkey Promotion<\/strong><br \/>\nAll Market District and Giant Eagle locations are offering customers a chance to earn a free turkey. Customers must enroll in myPerks Loyalty Card. Customers that spend at least $350 on qualifying items between now and November 8 may redeem an offer for a free frozen turkey. Customers can earn across multiple trips. Redemption is available through November 30.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gianteagle.com\/free-turkey\">GiantEagle.com\/Free-Turkey<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Free Meals Year-Round: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/food\/meal\/\">CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Food\/Meal<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Food Pantries:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/food\/now\/\">CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Food\/Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Franklin County Food Resources<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/food\/now\/\">CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Food\/Now<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a style=\"position: relative;top: -130px\" name=\"anchor-coats\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Free Coats, Winter Clothing &amp; Hygiene Items<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>More coming soon for 2026!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Year-round Clothing &amp; Hygiene Items<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/home-goods\/\">CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Home-Goods<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a style=\"position: relative;top: -130px\" name=\"anchor-toys\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Holiday Toys &amp; Free Stores<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Coming soon for 2026!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Year-round Free Stores<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/home-goods\/\">CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Home-Goods<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a style=\"position: relative;top: -130px\" name=\"anchor-donating\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Holiday Donating &amp; Volunteering<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><em>Please carefully review program and sign-up opportunities. Volunteering opportunities may be ongoing or on specific dates and times. Donations may have specific guidelines for acceptable items, and many organizations offer Amazon Wish Lists with preferred items. Most organizations also accept monetary donations.<\/em><br \/>\nFood Pantries: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/food\/now\/\">CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Food\/Now<\/a><br \/>\nVolunteering &amp; Donating: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/volunteer\/\">CAP4Kids.org\/Columbus\/Volunteer<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Columbus Recreation &amp; Parks | Adopt-A-Center<br \/>\n<\/strong>Make a financial donation or shop the Amazon Wish List to help provide toys, meals, hygiene items, and clothing for families.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crpfoundation.org\/programs\/adoptacenter\/\">CRPFoundation.org\/Programs\/AdoptACenter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Mid-Ohio Food Collective<\/strong><br \/>\nVisit the website to make a donation or find volunteer opportunities. Volunteering is available for individuals, families, and groups at multiple locations. Ages 16+ are welcome, ages 11-15 are welcome if accompanied by an adult.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/mofc.org\/get-involved\/volunteer\/\">MOFC.org\/Get-Involved\/Volunteer<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>One Warm Coat<br \/>\n<\/strong>This national organization helps people and organizations hold coat drives and donate coats. Click on their searchable map to find local coat drives near you, places coats can be donated and ways to give.<br \/>\n(877) 663-9276<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.onewarmcoat.org\/\">OneWarmCoat.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Salvation Army | Christmas Cheer<br \/>\n<\/strong>All ages can volunteer to ring the iconic Red Kettle to help raise money for holiday programs. Visit the website to register as a volunteer or to make a monetary donation.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/easternusa.salvationarmy.org\/southwest-ohio\/central-ohio\/kettlefaq\/\">EasternUSA.SalvationArmy.org\/Southwest-Ohio\/Central-Ohio\/KettleFAQ<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Seeds of Caring<br \/>\n<\/strong>Offers a variety of opportunities for kids and families to serve the community from home or in-person. Visit the website for upcoming service projects.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedsofcaring.org\/participate\/columbus\">SeedsOfCaring.org\/Participate\/Columbus<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a style=\"position: relative;top: -130px\" name=\"anchor-essential\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Essential Needs<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Click the links below for helpful resource lists and tools:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/dd35f35e-dd45-4c78-a308-4c998089c18c.filesusr.com\/ugd\/e514ff_34899b07d9c040f49dce0bb22421e47b.pdf\">2026 Columbus Street Card<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/files\/2025\/12\/Winter-Warming-Stations-2025.pdf\">2025 Winter Warming Stations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/financial-legal-help\/\">Financial Assistance &amp; Utility Help<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/food\/now\/\">Emergency Food Help<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/housing\/emergency-shelters\/\">Emergency Housing Help<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/hotlines\/\">Helpful Hotlines<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ibhs.org\/winter-ready\/\">How to Prepare Your Home for Winter Weather<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.morpc.org\/programs-services\/residential-services\/#\/\">Free Home Weatherization for Income-Eligible Franklin County Residents<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gasbuddy.com\/gasprices\/ohio\/columbus\">Best Gas Prices in Columbus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/columbus\/behavior-counseling-addiction\/\">Grief Support, Support Groups, Substance Use Help, and More<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a style=\"position: relative;top: -130px\" name=\"anchor-supporting-kids\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Supporting Kids During the Holidays<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Click the links for helpful articles and tools:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthychildren.org\/English\/healthy-living\/nutrition\/Pages\/Holiday-Food-Safety-Tips.aspx\">Holiday Food Safety | Healthy Children<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthychildren.org\/English\/safety-prevention\/on-the-go\/Pages\/Holiday-Travel-Tips.aspx\">Holiday Travel Safety Tips for Parents with Young Kids | Healthy Children<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsmentalhealthfoundation.org\/mental-health-resources\/stress\/handling-holiday-stress\">Handling Holiday Stress | Kids Mental Health Foundation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/childmind.org\/article\/how-to-make-holidays-kid-friendly\/\">Ways to Make the Holidays Kids Friendly | Child Mind Institute<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.childrens.com\/health-wellness\/coping-with-grief-during-the-holidays\">Coping with Grief During the Holidays | Children&#8217;s Health<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthychildren.org\/English\/health-issues\/conditions\/emotional-problems\/Pages\/helping-kids-with-eating-disorders-and-other-food-concerns-navigate-holiday-gatherings.aspx\">Helping Kids with Eating Disorders &amp; Body Concerns During the Holidays | Healthy Children<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/reframingautism.org.au\/tag\/christmas\/\">Neuroinclusive Holiday Resources | Reframing Autism<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthyhearing.com\/report\/53277-Tips-for-holiday-parties-or-family-dinners-hearing-loss-hearing-aids-guests\">Hearing-Loss Friendly Holiday Tips | Healthy Hearing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The annual CAP4Kids Holiday Help List is here! This list is being updated in real time. Check back often for updates on giveaways for meals, winter clothing, toys, and more to help keep the holidays bright for all. Do you know of a resource we should add to the list? Let us know at CAP4KidsColumbus@nationwidechildrens.org. 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