Carver Center to Hold Annual Thanksgiving Distribution to Help Families in Need

The Port Chester Carver Center is holding its annual Thanksgiving Distribution for Carver Market clients on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm at the Carver Center located at 400 Westchester Avenue in Port Chester, NY. This year’s distribution has 697 families registered to receive food for the Thanksgiving holiday.

“This year’s distribution, providing close to $200 worth of high-quality food each to struggling families, underscores Carver Center's essential role as a central community resource in Port Chester,” said Anne Bradner, Carver Center CEO. “Our commitment extends past groceries; our Case Managers stand ready to help families navigate changing benefits and other critical needs, fulfilling our promise to support our community during these challenging times."

Carver Market clients will be given a choice between a turkey or chicken, and all the Thanksgiving trimmings, including fresh produce, to enjoy for the holiday. During the distribution, clients will be able to walk through and make their selections, maintaining the Carver Market’s model as a self-choice pantry. This year’s distribution is anticipated to distribute $139,400 worth of food to families in need.

“We are very grateful, and this is wonderful for everyone because there are many who won't have anything to put on the table, and this turkey and food is a real blessing,” said Teresa Pino. “It's a joy to gather all together at the house to share what we're going to bring from Carver, and thanks to your help without any obligation.”

“This is good for the community, because people are having hard times right now,” said Helen Nelson. “Carver Center is here to help everybody in the community and we appreciate everything that they've been doing for us.”

The Port Chester Carver Center provides support, resources, and opportunities to children and families in Port Chester and the surrounding areas. The Carver Market, a program at the Port Chester Carver Center, is a self-choice food pantry that offers families and individuals a selection of fruits, vegetables, meats, and groceries. In the past year, the Carver Market has had 28,732 visits and has distributed 700,583 pounds of food. For more information about the Carver Market, please email fdesk@carvercenter.org or call 914-305-6009.

About the Carver Center: For over 80 years, the Port Chester Carver Center has been a cornerstone of community support, offering programs that nourish, educate, and empower individuals to thrive. Carver Center’s comprehensive services are organized into four key areas: Adult and Family Services, Aquatics, Nutrition and Wellness, and School Age, Youth, and Young Adult Programming. Through these programs, the Port Chester Carver Center is committed to addressing the evolving needs of the community, while fostering health, well-being, economic stability, and social inclusion for newcomers and long-time residents alike. To learn more about the Carver Center, please visit www.carvercenter.org.