Chattooga County residents needing some help preparing for the upcoming holiday season are invited to attend the 9th Annual Home for the Holidays FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION AND RESOURCES EVENT, hosted by Chattooga Family Connection.

The large-scale drive-thru event is scheduled for this Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Community Resource Center of Chattooga (CRC), located at 50 Eleanor Ave. in Summerville.

The annual giveaway is designed to provide essential food items and resources to families across the county as they enter the Thanksgiving period. The organizers stress that the drive-thru format aims to ensure efficiency and safety for all participants.

Event coordinator Maisha Ludy confirmed that the distribution is open to all Chattooga County Residents.

“This Thursday, November 20, 2025, will be our Annual Home for the Holidays Food Distribution,” said Ludy. She released specific instructions for residents planning to attend, emphasizing the timeline for the busy day.

Parking for attendees will officially open at 12:00 noon, one hour before the distribution begins.

Ludy also noted a mandatory requirement for participation this year. “Each vehicle will be required to complete a survey upon arrival,” she stated, asking residents to be prepared to fill out the necessary paperwork before receiving their resources.

The success of the event relies heavily on community involvement. Ludy issued a call to volunteers helping with the preparation and distribution process.

“All volunteers should report to The Community Resource Center of Chattooga (CRC) by 10:00 AM,” she requested.

Chattooga Family Connection encourages all eligible residents seeking support to take advantage of the free distribution. The event will run for two hours, or until supplies are depleted.