Jeff Martin Law is proud to support Tulsa families through every season. We created this page to make it easier to find local Thanksgiving resources, including free meal sites, food box giveaways, holiday events, and family support programs across Tulsa and the surrounding area. Whether your family needs a hand this holiday or you are looking for a meaningful way to give back, the resources below can help.
Several Tulsa-area organizations provide free Thanksgiving meals and holiday food boxes for families in need. Programs and dates change each year, so families should call ahead or check websites for current details.
Beyond holiday meal events, Tulsa-area families have access to a network of food pantries that operate year-round. These resources can help stretch a holiday budget or provide ongoing support.
The Tulsa City-County Library maintains a regularly updated list of food pantries serving Tulsa and surrounding cities, including Broken Arrow, Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Owasso, and Skiatook. Many pantries require ID and proof of residence — call ahead before visiting.
The Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma distributes food through hundreds of partner pantries across 24 counties in eastern Oklahoma, including Tulsa County. Families can use the Food Bank’s online food finder by entering a ZIP code to locate the closest pantry. The main distribution center is at 1304 N. Kenosha Ave. in Tulsa.
The Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma distributes food through hundreds of partner pantries across 24 counties in eastern Oklahoma, including Tulsa County. Families can use the Food Bank’s online food finder by entering a ZIP code to locate the closest pantry. The main distribution center is at 1304 N. Kenosha Ave. in Tulsa.
The Tulsa City-County Library maintains a regularly updated list of food pantries serving Tulsa and surrounding cities, including Broken Arrow, Bixby, Jenks, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Owasso, and Skiatook. Many pantries require ID and proof of residence — call ahead before visiting.
The Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma distributes food through hundreds of partner pantries across 24 counties in eastern Oklahoma, including Tulsa County. Families can use the Food Bank’s online food finder by entering a ZIP code to locate the closest pantry. The main distribution center is at 1304 N. Kenosha Ave. in Tulsa.
Families who qualify for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) or WIC can use those benefits for Thanksgiving groceries. Hunger Free Oklahoma offers application help and information on changes to nutritional programs.
Iron Gate serves a daily community meal every day of the year, including Thanksgiving Day, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at its downtown Tulsa location. Iron Gate also operates a grocery pantry on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for families needing additional food support during the holidays. Pre-registration is required for the pantry.
The Salvation Army Tulsa Area Command provides holiday meal assistance, food boxes, and Angel Tree support during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. Families can contact the Center of Hope at 102 N. Denver Ave. for current holiday programs and registration information.
Restore Hope serves Tulsa County families in financial crisis with case-managed support that includes Thanksgiving groceries, rental assistance, and other family needs. Eligible families work with a caseworker to identify resources and build a financial plan.
Thanksgiving in Tulsa is full of family-friendly traditions. Schools are typically out the full week, and there is plenty to do across Tulsa County.
Arvest Winterfest opens Thanksgiving weekend in downtown Tulsa and features Tulsa’s only outdoor ice-skating rink, horse-drawn carriage rides, and live music. It is a free family event, with paid skating sessions.
The Tulsa Running Club hosts an annual untimed Thanksgiving morning run/walk at River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave. Participants are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items or a toy for donation. Distance is roughly three miles, but families can choose their own.
Arvest Winterfest opens Thanksgiving weekend in downtown Tulsa and features Tulsa’s only outdoor ice-skating rink, horse-drawn carriage rides, and live music. It is a free family event, with paid skating sessions.
The Tulsa Running Club hosts an annual untimed Thanksgiving morning run/walk at River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave. Participants are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items or a toy for donation. Distance is roughly three miles, but families can choose their own.
The Fleet Feet Tulsa Turkey Trot is a Black Friday tradition that begins and ends at the BOK Center in downtown Tulsa. The event includes a timed 5K and an untimed one-mile fun run/walk for all ages. The race coincides with the kickoff of Arvest Winterfest in downtown Tulsa.
Tulsa City-County Library branches host free family programming during Thanksgiving Break, including National Family Week events, crafts, and storytimes across Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Jenks, and Bixby branches. Tulsa Botanic Garden, Philbrook Museum of Art, and the Gathering Place also offer seasonal family programming.
The Fleet Feet Tulsa Turkey Trot is a Black Friday tradition that begins and ends at the BOK Center in downtown Tulsa. The event includes a timed 5K and an untimed one-mile fun run/walk for all ages. The race coincides with the kickoff of Arvest Winterfest in downtown Tulsa.
Tulsa City-County Library branches host free family programming during Thanksgiving Break, including National Family Week events, crafts, and story times across Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Jenks, and Bixby branches. Tulsa Botanic Garden, Philbrook Museum of Art, and the Gathering Place also offer seasonal family programming.
Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel weeks of the year in Oklahoma. A few quick resources can help families plan ahead for road trips, weather, and safe transportation.
Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) provides real-time traffic, construction, and weather updates for Oklahoma highways. Check before any holiday travel.
Tulsa International Airport publishes holiday travel tips, parking availability, and security wait times for families flying during the Thanksgiving rush.
MetroLink Tulsa offers free rides for youth ages 18 and under with ID, which can be helpful for school, activities, and other transportation needs.
Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) provides real-time traffic, construction, and weather updates for Oklahoma highways. Check before any holiday travel.
Tulsa International Airport publishes holiday travel tips, parking availability, and security wait times for families flying during the Thanksgiving rush.
MetroLink Tulsa offers free rides for youth ages 18 and under with ID, which can be helpful for school, activities, and other transportation needs.
If your family is looking for a way to share the season with neighbors in need, Tulsa-area organizations welcome volunteers and donations every November.
John 3:16 Mission — Volunteer at Thanksgiving food drives or donate frozen turkeys and nonperishable items at drop-off locations across Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Bixby, and Owasso.
Iron Gate Tulsa — Donate or volunteer to help serve daily community meals downtown.
Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma — Host a virtual or in-person food drive, or volunteer at the Tulsa distribution center.
The Salvation Army Tulsa — Adopt an Angel Tree family, ring bells, or contribute to holiday meal programs.
Restore Hope Ministries — Sponsor a family for Thanksgiving groceries through their case-managed program.
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