Long Beach’s nonprofit community has once again come out in full force for the season of giving. Several organizations and community members have come together throughout November to ensure that Long Beach families and people in need can enjoy a Thanksgiving meal.

Over the past weekend, free groceries were distributed for holiday meals.

Local Hearts Foundation held a giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 22, which gave more than a thousand families the supplies to have a Thanksgiving meal — including turkeys, fresh produce, and even warm clothing. The next day, more than 40 partners came together for the fourth annual Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway hosted by The SIX. More than 190 families were served, organizers said.

The spirit of giving continued throughout the week. At the Greater Harvest Churc

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