Martha's Vineyard Thanksgiving

Islanders Rally To Put Food on Holiday Tables

Katrina Liu | Thursday, November 20 2025 - 4:35pm

As the Thanksgiving holiday arrives, Island organizations and individuals are making sure everyone has the opportunity to give thanks this season through donations of free food and a free holiday dinner.

According to Island Grown Initiative food equity director Merrick Carreiro, ensuring that everyone has food on the table is essential at this time of year.

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