Cowlitz County Food Resources

Community Thanksgiving Meals

Lower Columbia CAP Longview WA.

Holiday Dinner Box Giveaways | Cowlitz County

What It Is:
Drive-thru (or walk-up) holiday meal box distributions at the Cowlitz County Event Center.
Each box typically includes:

  • Turkey or ham

  • Potatoes

  • Stuffing

  • Canned vegetables

  • Bread

  • Dessert mix

No income paperwork required day-of. First come, first served.

When It Happens

Thanksgiving Drive-Thru

  • Monday or Wednesday of Thanksgiving week

  • Example: 2024 event was Monday, Nov. 25, 8am–2pm

Christmas Dinner Boxes

  • Week before Christmas

  • Annual date announced each December

Who Can Receive a Box

  • Any household in need living in Cowlitz County

  • Drive-thru preferred; walk-up available

📍 Location

Cowlitz County Event Center (Fairgrounds)
1900 7th Ave, Longview, WA

☎️ Information Line

Lower Columbia CAP: 360-425-3430

 

Salvation Army Longview WA. 

A warm holiday meal for anyone in need in Cowlitz County, WA.

The Salvation Army Longview Temple Corps offers a free Community Thanksgiving Meal each year so that no one in Cowlitz County has to spend the holiday hungry or alone. This program provides a traditional Thanksgiving meal, served hot and ready to enjoy in a welcoming, community setting.

The meal is open to anyone who would like to attend—individuals, families with children, older adults, people experiencing homelessness, and anyone who may be struggling to afford groceries or facing the holiday alone. There is no preaching or pressure to join any programs. People are simply invited to sit down, share a meal, and connect with others.

How to Attend

(Step-by-Step)

  1. Mark your calendar.

    • Contact The Salvation Army Longview in early November to confirm the exact date and serving time for this year’s Thanksgiving meal.

  2. Plan your transportation.

    • Look up “Salvation Army Longview 10th Avenue” in your map or transit app.

    • Arrange a ride with family, friends, a neighbor, or public transit if available.

  3. Arrive during serving hours.

    • Come directly to 1639 10th Avenue in Longview during the posted serving time.

    • Line up at the main entrance or follow signs and volunteers’ directions.

  4. Check in at the door (simple process).

    • Staff or volunteers may ask how many are in your group.

    • You do not need to show ID for the meal based on most recent information. Helping Elders

  5. Enjoy your meal.

    • Find a seat, share a table with others, and enjoy a hot Thanksgiving meal.

    • If you have mobility needs, let a volunteer know so they can assist.

  6. Watch for future holiday supports.

    • Ask staff about other seasonal programs such as Christmas assistance or food support that may be available.