Orange County Social Services Seeks Donors for Upcoming Holiday Assistance Programs
By: Orange County Communications Department
The holidays are fast approaching! While many of us are getting ready to celebrate, it's important to remember that there are neighbors in our community who could use some extra help, especially at this time of year. That’s why the Orange County Social Services Department organizes a pair of holiday assistance programs each year to spread joy to those in need. The Thanksgiving and Christmas Gift Assistance programs rely on the generous support of local donors to make them possible. I MPORTANT: Before starting to help with one of these programs, please return the Holiday Assistance Program Form , to help Social Services get a clear picture of how many donors are participating. Ways to Help Our Neighbors Thanksgiving Assistance Program Monetary Donation Just $35 helps support the purchase of a Thanksgiving meal for someone in our community. Checks should be made out to "Orange County Social Services" and mailed to:
Attn: Tabatha Rhoades, Thanksgiving Assistance Orange County Social Services 146 North Madison Road, Suite 201 Orange, VA 22960
Provide a Meal If you wish, you may provide an actual meal for someone in need. Meals must include either a frozen turkey or ham and sides appropriate for a Thanksgiving meal. Meals must be dropped off on November 21, 2025, between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. at:
Orange County Social Services 146 North Madison Road, Suite 201 Orange, VA, 22960
Required Items for Meal Donations: At least the following items must be provided if donating a meal. Plan on contributing enough food for four to six people. Don’t have time to shop? Consider the donation option above! 1 - large container of chicken broth/stock 1 - package of rolls 1 - packet of gravy mix 2 - large boxes of mac and cheese 1 - pie or cake Want to request assistance ? Call (540) 672-6166. 1 - frozen turkey or ham 1 - 5lb bag of potatoes 4 - small (or 2 large) cans of green beans 1 - set of salt and pepper 1 - box/bag of stuffing mix
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OCI October 2025
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