WASHINGTON, DC—This Thanksgiving, Central Union Mission is expanding its efforts to serve the homeless and families in need across the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. With its signature event, ‘A Seat at the Table,’ and multiple grocery distributions, the Mission is offering hope and sustenance during a time of increased economic hardship.
The Mission will host a family-style Thanksgiving feast at its Emergency Men’s Shelter in downtown Washington, D.C., while simultaneously distributing groceries to hundreds of families at its Comprehensive Family Resource Center in Northeast D.C. and Mission: NOVA, its newly opened center in Northern Virginia.
Event Highlights
‘A Seat at the Table’
At the Men’s Shelter, guests will be welcomed for a festive, family-style Thanksgiving meal served with warmth and care. The event is open to everyone hungry and lonely this Thanksgiving, offering nourishment and community to those most in need and is expected to serve more people than ever this year.
Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: Lunch at 12:00 PM, Dinner at 4:00 PM
Location: Central Union Mission Men’s Shelter, 65 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, D.C., 20001
Expanding Impact Across the Region
The opening of Mission: NOVA in August 2024 marks a new chapter for Central Union Mission. This center is quickly becoming a cornerstone of the Northern Virginia community, offering services such as food and clothing, job training, addiction recovery support, ESL classes, legal aid, and more. Joe Mettimano, President & CEO of Central Union Mission, expressed his excitement about the Mission’s expanded reach:
“This is a pivotal moment in our history. With our presence now firmly established in Northern Virginia, we’re able to bring the care and hospitality we are known for to even more people across the DMV. A meal is often the first step toward a brighter future, and we are honored to serve in this way.”
Why It Matters
For many, Thanksgiving at Central Union Mission is more than just a meal—it’s a beacon of hope. A simple act of kindness, like a warm meal or a grocery bag filled with holiday essentials, can inspire individuals to take the first steps toward overcoming poverty and hopelessness. This Thanksgiving, Central Union Mission invites the community to witness and share in the transformative power of compassion as it reaches every corner of the DMV.
For interviews, event coverage, or more information, please contact Joshua Kinney, Communications Director at 484-557-1601 or jkinney@missiondc.org
