Holiday Help Hub

By Yolonda McClain, Our ChanceTN Lead Peer Ambassador

As the holiday season approaches, many of us gather around tables overflowing with love, laughter, and a warm meal. But for many people that may be experiencing food insecurity in our communities this season, we have some resources that could help with your needs at this time.

Greenhouse Ministries (Rutherford County)

Thanksgiving Mobile Food Pantry 2025

Turkey Drop Off: November 21st, 6am –6pm

Food Pantry Day: November 22nd, 7:30am-2pm

Address: 307 S. Academy St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130--Collect food: HERE

Here are a few more last-minute resources for toy drives for 12 and under during this holiday season.

Holiday Help Hub:

All have an age limit, children 12 years old and younger ONLY

Toys for Tots (All of TN)

Link to apply for your specific county: HERE

*Open now for enrollment*

Required: (photo ID, birth certificates for each child/immunization records for each child, proof of address, proof of need i.e. Benefits letter)

Last Minute Toy Store (Davidson County)

Opens enrollment November 17, 2025 @ 9am

Ends enrollment December 5, 2025 @11:59pm

Address: 5117 Harding Pl, Nashville, TN 37211

IN-PERSON SHOPPING DATES AT THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE SERVICES CENTER

Thurs, Dec 19th - Sat, Dec. 20th 10am - 4p

*Required: (photo ID, birth certificates for each child/immunization records for each child, proof of address, proof of need i.e. benefits letter).