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Thanksgiving is about more than just the Turkey (or Tofurky for that matter).  It can be a time to show gratitude and give thanks for all the good that you experience in your own life.

If you’re looking for ways to give thanks through giving back check out our list below, from meal volunteer opportunities to online giving, there are certainly  ways for all to “gobble gobble give.”

For Locals in Los Angeles

Midnight Mission: A downtown based group that seeks to offer a bridge to self sufficiency from homeless.  They will be hosting a Thanksgiving meal this Thursday, November 26^th.  Email volunteer@midnightmission.org to sign up.

Gobble Gobble Give:  Going eleven years strong this organization sets up shop at The Echo in Echo Park and prepares, packs and delivers meals to the homeless in need on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m..  A range of volunteers are needed, including people who are willing to prepare a turkey the night before. You can also donate items such as personal goods, food (home made or store bought) Get more information and sign up at www.gobblegobblegive.org

LA Food Bank: For every $1 in donations, the LA Food Bank is able to provide families in need with $5 worth of food.  They are hosting thanksgiving volunteer opportunities throughout Los Angeles.  Find one near you at www.lafightshunger.org.  You can also make a donation if you’re unable to volunteer personally.

LA Works: This website is a one stop shop for volunteer opportunities throughout Los Angeles.  Check out there completely listing of holiday volunteer opportunities here.   If you’re looking for volunteers you can list your own event too.

West Side Thanksgiving: The Santa Monica Civic Center will be hosting a West Side Thanksgiving celebration helping the less fortunate on the West Side.  You can volunteer to serve food, make a turkey, pie, donate personal goods, clothes or volunteer your time i.e. give haircuts, write thank yous etc.  Volunteers are needed on Tuesday and Wednesday too.  Get complete details and sign up at www.westsidethanksgiving.org

If you can get out and give back, you can easily make a different with a click of a key.

Social Vibe: The online social media tool that helps people partner with brands to support charities has partnered with the UN World Food Programme to donate meals to people in need.  Simply download the Thanksgiving Feast app on Facebook and start inviting your friends to join you.  The more people you get, the more points you get and the more meals you can help provide.  As of last night over 22,000 meals have been earned.  Get the Facebook app and start your own Thanksgiving Feast Here.

If you know of any great ways to give back this Thanksgiving, please share it in the comments.

Images via Gobble Gobble Give and Social Vibe.

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