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Full Resource Name:
COOL MINISTRIES - Thanksgiving Meal Boxes
Address
800 West Glen Flora Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 662-1230
Hours:
Service Hours
**Thanksgiving Meal Boxes are available starting November 10, 2025 until they run out**
Monday: 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Third Saturday of the month: 10:00 AM - Noon
Description:
Provides a free, packaged, Thanksgiving meal for Lake County families in need.
- Families of four people or more receive a large turkey and sides
- Families of 1-3 people receive a whole chicken and bag of holiday food items
No pre-registration required. Meals are available for walk-in pick up beginning November 10, 2025 on a first-come, first-served basis.
**This program is supported by community donations - please see Volunteer and Donation information below**
Eligibility:
Open to all Lake County residents
Languages:
None
Program Fees:
No fee
Intake Process:
Walk-in during service hours; no pre-registration required
Documents Required:
- Photo ID with proof of Lake County residency
Contacts
Program Contact Information
Phone Numbers
Primary Program Phone
(847) 662-1230
Address Listings
Mailing
800 West Glen Flora Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Physical (Primary)
800 West Glen Flora Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
Donations of $20 to sponsor a holiday meal can be made online. Please mark your donation with !Holiday Gift Basket! so that it is properly credited.
Click the "Help" tab on website to make a donation.
Volunteer Opportunities:
1. Pantry Volunteer I - assist Pantry staff with sorting, packaging, and distributing food to visitors
2. Pantry Volunteer II - assist Pantry staff with unloading truck, moving boxes, and general support for large pick-ups and deliveries. Times vary.
Contact for Volunteer Opportunities: Cindy Hinkemeyer at 847-662-1230, or sign up online by clicking "Help" tab on website
Date of Official Change:
October 3, 2025
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