21st Annual Noel Dinner Preparations Underway

Community Harvest’s Noel Dinner has been a cherished tradition for over two decades, providing a delicious, complimentary Christmas dinner to residents across Southern Maine. This year the meal will once again be provided by delivery only on Sunday, December 24th, Christmas Eve Day.

“The Noel Dinner will always be a testament to the spirit of giving and community during the holiday season,” said Executive Director Kerry de Bree. “This year our volunteers are excited to prepare a delicious holiday meal to hundreds of people in need.” In 2022, Noel Dinner volunteers prepared 500 meals for local individuals and families, including dozens of first responders working on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

“We’re asking for volunteers to sign up and help prep, box up and deliver our Noel Dinners,” said de Bree. “This is a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and help give back to your neighbors.” People who want to volunteer for the Community Harvest Noel Dinner and help make this holiday season special for everyone can sign up here.

Meals will be provided cold, with heating instructions, and community members can request from regular, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Community members can reserve their complimentary meals by calling (207) 967-1911 or visiting communityharvestmaine.org. All meal reservations must be made in advance by Sunday, December 17, 2023.

Community Harvest is a nonprofit organization of the Kennebunks that meets the needs of its neighbors through food sharing, fellowship, and financial assistance.