The Union County Board of County Commissioners will host a Thanksgiving Food Distribution on Thursday, November 19, 2026, beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the parking lot next to Warinanco Sports Center, located at 1 Park Drive in Roselle. The event will take place rain or shine and is open to all Union County residents in need of food assistance.
The distribution will include turkeys and boxes of shelf-stable food to help residents prepare a Thanksgiving meal. Food will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Participants must show proof of Union County residency.
“Buying groceries has become a real challenge for many families, and the added expense of a holiday meal can put even more pressure on an already tight budget,” said Union County Commissioner Chairman Joseph C. Bodek. “We want residents to know that if they need a little help this Thanksgiving, they are welcome to come. We hope this distribution will ease some of that expense and help families enjoy a meal together.”
The Thanksgiving Food Distribution is part of the County’s ongoing efforts to connect residents with food assistance and other resources that support local households. Residents who need help are encouraged to participate, whether they regularly rely on food assistance or are facing a temporary financial hardship.
Union County thanks RWJBarnabas Health and Friends of Union County for their support in making this distribution possible.
For more information about Union County services and upcoming programs, please visit www.ucnj.org.