Catholic Charities Launched Holiday Food Drive
The organization has begun collecting frozen turkeys and sides to feed local families this fall.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Families struggling with grocery costs in the Las Vegas valley can receive support through a new food drive by Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada. The organization has set a goal to provide 3,000 turkeys and complete meal kits to those in need for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.
Why it matters
Rising grocery costs have made holiday meal planning difficult for many local households. This drive aims to bridge that gap by providing full meals to families during the holiday period.
A $50 donation covers a full Thanksgiving meal for a family of four. The organization plans to distribute 3,000 turkeys with side dishes to local residents.
The players
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada
A local nonprofit organization coordinating food and monetary donations for holiday meals.
The details
Donors can contribute items by dropping off frozen turkeys and nonperishable goods like stuffing, gravy, and canned yams at 1501 N. Las Vegas Blvd. Staff accept drop-offs Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monetary contributions are also accepted to assist in purchasing the full meals.
Timeline
The food drive is active during the fall 2026 holiday period.
Donations are accepted Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Beyond the Strip
This drive continues the long-standing tradition of the Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada annual holiday food drive. It follows the established pattern of organizing community resources to address seasonal food insecurity in the valley.
If you wish to donate, you can drop off nonperishable foods like boxed potatoes or cranberry sauce at the campus on North Las Vegas Boulevard. Alternatively, you can support a family by submitting a contribution through the charity's online portal.
The takeaway
Community members are encouraged to drop off frozen turkeys and side dishes during weekday business hours. Visit the Catholic Charities campus at 1501 N. Las Vegas Blvd. to assist local families this holiday season.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to support vulnerable neighbors in our Philanthropy section.
More information
To contribute funds for a meal, visit the online monetary donation portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KSNV.
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