Lutheran Community Services Northwest - Supporting Thanksgiving Baskets and Holiday Giving in the Tri-Cities

As the holiday season approaches, Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW) is calling on the Tri-Cities community to help bring warmth and joy to local families through two cherished annual traditions: our Thanksgiving Basket Distribution and Holiday Lane. 

Thanksgiving Basket Distribution – November 24 

Each year, LCSNW distributes Thanksgiving dinner baskets filled with all the fixings to families receiving services through one of our mental and behavioral health programs. With the help of generous sponsors, volunteers, and local vendors like Reser’s Fine Foods and Yoke’s Fresh Markets, over 200 local families are provided with a complete Thanksgiving feast. Volunteers will gather on November 23 to pack baskets with non-perishable items. After picking up turkeys and fresh ingredients early November 24, LCSNW staff will spend the day distributing the meals to families they serve. 

Holiday Lane – December 17–18 

Holiday Lane transforms the LCSNW office into a festive shopping experience for families in need. Parents and guardians are invited to “shop” for free gifts—including toys, coats, teen items, and household goods—during scheduled 10-minute appointments, guided by personal shoppers. The event is made possible by donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations committed to making the season brighter for youth receiving LCSNW services. In the weeks leading up to Holiday Lane, staff participate in a friendly “Hallway Wars” decorating contest, creating a joyful and welcoming atmosphere for families shopping at Holiday Lane. 

How to Help: Every contribution helps ensure no family goes without a warm meal or the joy of brightening their child’s holidays. Thanksgiving basket donations can be made at https://bit.ly/turkeybucks. New, unwrapped gifts can be donated at any LCSNW Tri-Cities office by December 15. For questions or more information, visit lcsnw.org/program/holiday-lane or contact Amy Marinoni at [email protected].