State's largest free holiday meal cancelled amid spike in food costs: 'It was heavy on our hearts'

State's largest free holiday meal cancelled amid spike in food costs: 'It was heavy on our hearts'

Free Thanksgiving meals provide food security and a sense of community to individuals experiencing poverty, homelessness, and rising costs.  However, some communities have had to cancel their charitable holiday meals due to high demand, exorbitant food prices, and limited volunteer capacity.  What's happening? As WABM reported, community organizers were forced to cancel this year's popular annual Thanksgiving meal in Gadsden, Alabama.  In 2024, …