For Two Decades, East Haven Rotary Club Has Fed Those In Need On Thanksgiving, This Year Is No Exception

EAST HAVEN, CT—For the 20th year in a row, the East Haven Rotary Club feeds those in need for Thanksgiving.

The Turkey Day dinners are free and include all the fixings.

The Club said La Cucina Prepared Meals & Catering will be packaging the dinners for takeout, and Rotary Club members will also be picking up dinners for those who need their meal delivered starting at 9 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26.

"With the continuing economic climate, many more families may find themselves in need of some type of assistance, and the Rotary is encouraging residents to feel comfortable participating in the program," the Club noted.

In 2025, the Rotary Club provided more dinners than ever before.

"On behalf of the Rotary Club, I would like to extend our gratitude to La Cucina, as they graciously agreed to take on the preparation of the meals this year," said Rotarian Ashley Lesco, committee chairperson. "We are extremely grateful, as they will play a vital role in the success of this community service project."

The Rotary Club cannot do this alone.

"With the increasing needs of the community, especially this year, monetary donations would be greatly appreciated," the Club noted.

People wishing to donate may do so online here, contact any East Haven Rotarian, or mail checks, payable to East Haven Rotary Club with “Thanksgiving Donation” in the memo section, to PO Box 120598, East Haven, CT 06512.

Importantly, East Haven residents who are in need and would like to receive holiday meals should do so by Monday, Nov. 16 the latest. Call Rotarian Lesco at (203) 208-8212, or email
Ehrotarygivesthanks@gmail.com. Please indicate the number of meals needed.

About the East Haven Rotary Club

The Rotary is an approved 501c3 corporation. The East Haven Rotary Club is now celebrating its 87th anniversary, as it was founded in 1939. Since that time, Rotarians from East Haven have been involved in thousands of projects helping the
residents of not just East Haven but around the world.

For further comments or information, please contact:
Ashley Lesco, Chairperson Ehrotarygivesthanks@gmail.com or (203) 208-8212