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Holiday Giving Grows as Brigido’s Thanksgiving Bags Bring Holiday Meals to Those in Need
Shoppers contribute pre-assembled meal bags that supply local families, seniors, veterans, and community groups with Thanksgiving essentials
November 21, 2025 (North Smithfield, RI) - As the season of giving arrives, Brigido’s Fresh Markets is once again bringing the community together through its annual Thanksgiving Bag Donation Program, an effort that continues to grow in impact each year.
Customers shopping at Brigido’s locations have the option to purchase pre-assembled Thanksgiving bags filled with holiday essentials, including stuffing, gravy, canned vegetables, canned pumpkin, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce. These bags are then collected and distributed to local families and individuals in need, ensuring more households can enjoy a traditional holiday meal.
This year, Town Clerk of North Smithfield, Joanne Buttie has played a hands-on role in the effort, visiting the stores weekly to collect donations. She distributes the Thanksgiving bags to North Smithfield schools, elderly residents, and low-income seniors; groups who benefit greatly from community support during the holiday season.
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Brigido’s also partners with a number of local organizations to reach as many people as possible. Operation Stand Down Rhode Island is a Johnston-based nonprofit that supports homeless and at-risk veterans. The Scituate Food Pantry provides free food and household/personal care items to residents of Scituate. Local churches include Our Lady of Good Help and Berean Baptist Church.
These community partners check in with Brigido’s weekly to pick up additional donated bags, ensuring a steady flow of support right up until Thanksgiving.
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Thanksgiving bag donations will continue through Thanksgiving, and residents are encouraged to participate by purchasing a bag during their next shopping trip. Brigido’s Fresh Markets extends its gratitude to every customer, volunteer, and community organization working together to make this season brighter for local families, seniors, veterans, and anyone needing a helping hand.
About Brigido’s Fresh Markets
Established in 1975, Brigido’s Fresh Market has been a staple in Rhode Island’s grocery scene. The markets continue to uphold their commitment to quality, service, and community involvement.
Brigido’s Slatersville is located at 900 Victory Hwy, North Smithfield, RI 02896. For more information, feel free to call (401) 762-1020.
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