We will deliver food and books to families in need on Saturday, November 21, 2026.
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Everyone in Cleveland County is invited to join us for this special time of unity and fellowship! These Community Table meals are a county-wide effort to bring neighbors together across all areas of our community to share a meal and connect.
Each meal is served at 4pm on the Saturday before Thanksgiving at 6 locations throughout Cleveland County—each one hosted in an area where the need is greatest. This year’s date is November 21.
The 2026 meal locations included:
Jefferson Park in Shelby
Bobby Bell Pavilion in Uptown Shelby
Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Kings Mountain
Holly Oak Park in Shelby
Burns High School in Lawndale
NEW! Longbranch First Baptist in Grover
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The Community Table Thanksgiving Meal is a community effort to bring all areas of the community together in unity for a shared meal and fellowship. We would love to see you there. Thank you!
The meal will take place simultaneously at 4 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2026.
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We will deliver food and books to families in need on Saturday, December 20, 2026.
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Mark your calendars for the 2026 Light Ball Dash: December 20, 2026! Meet at 5:30pm at Marion Elementary. The “race” starts at 6pm.
The Light Ball Dash is an annual effort by a local neighborhood to raise money for Feeding Kids Cleveland County. This year’s event will start at the old Marion Elementary and end under the “big peach” on Peach Street in Shelby, NC. All are welcome to attend!
We will deliver food and books to families in need on Saturday, March 20, 2027. Sign up soon.
All are invited to join us in giving back and connecting with our community for a day of thanks and giving on Saturday, November 21, 2026!
We will begin our day with our Thanksgiving Break Deliveries between 8:30am and 1pm.
We will need around 75 delivery teams to make this successful, so mark your calendars and plan to jump in to help!
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The day will continue with our annual Community Table Thanksgiving Meals.
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These Community Table meals are a county-wide effort to bring neighbors together across all areas of our community to share a meal and connect. Each meal is served at 4pm at 7 locations throughout Cleveland County—each one hosted in an area where the need is greatest.
The 2026 meal locations include:
-Jefferson Park in Shelby
-Bobby Bell Pavilion in Uptown Shelby
-Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Kings Mountain
-Holly Oak Park in Shelby
-Lawndale-Piedmont Park
-Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Waco/Cherryville
-NEW! Longbranch First Baptist in Grover
We hope you will join us for this day of thanks and giving on Saturday, November 21, 2026!
All are welcome to join us for an Open Volunteer Day! Our space is located at 1205 Northside Drive in Shelby, NC. There is no need to sign up ahead of time.
When you arrive, come through the gate, turn left, go through the breezeway, after the greenhouse, turn right, continue around to the back of the building. Feeding Kids is on the right. Building #3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and something warm in the winter months. (building is heated but cool at first).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jada Hardin at: volunteer@feedingkidscc.org or 704-692-0010
Thank you for volunteering with us at Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
All are welcome to join us for an Open Volunteer Day! Our space is located at 1205 Northside Drive in Shelby, NC. There is no need to sign up ahead of time.
When you arrive, come through the gate, turn left, go through the breezeway, after the greenhouse, turn right, continue around to the back of the building. Feeding Kids is on the right. Building #3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and something warm in the winter months. (building is heated but cool at first).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jada Hardin at: volunteer@feedingkidscc.org or 704-692-0010
Thank you for volunteering with us at Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
All are welcome to join us for an Open Volunteer Day! Our space is located at 1205 Northside Drive in Shelby, NC. There is no need to sign up ahead of time.
When you arrive, come through the gate, turn left, go through the breezeway, after the greenhouse, turn right, continue around to the back of the building. Feeding Kids is on the right. Building #3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and something warm in the winter months. (building is heated but cool at first).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jada Hardin at: volunteer@feedingkidscc.org or 704-692-0010
Thank you for volunteering with us at Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
All are welcome to join us for an Open Volunteer Day! Our space is located at 1205 Northside Drive in Shelby, NC. There is no need to sign up ahead of time.
When you arrive, come through the gate, turn left, go through the breezeway, after the greenhouse, turn right, continue around to the back of the building. Feeding Kids is on the right. Building #3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and something warm in the winter months. (building is heated but cool at first).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jada Hardin at: volunteer@feedingkidscc.org or 704-692-0010
Thank you for volunteering with us at Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
Gather for Good is an evening hosted by Feeding Kids Cleveland County and the Blue Ridge Birdies where community, connection, and compassion come together to make a difference for children in Cleveland County.
Whether you're an experienced mahjong player, curious to learn more, or simply looking for a memorable night out, Gather for Good offers something for everyone. Enjoy mahjong open play, a delicious heavy hors d'oeuvres and desserts, and great company—all while supporting the mission of Feeding Kids Cleveland County.
Every ticket purchased helps provide food and books to local children experiencing food insecurity. Bring your friends, reserve a table with your coworkers, or come meet new people for an evening filled with fun, purpose, and giving back.
2 Ways to Join Us
Table Ticket — $500 Reserve a full mahjong table for your group and enjoy an evening of fun and philanthropy together. If you're planning to purchase a Table Ticket, go ahead and gather your party of four.
Open Play Ticket — $100 Your ticket includes access to mahjong open play, delicious food and beverages, and the opportunity to connect with players of all skill levels in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
Join us as we gather for good—and help ensure every child in our community has the nourishment they need to thrive.
All are welcome to join us for an Open Volunteer Day! Our space is located at 1205 Northside Drive in Shelby, NC. There is no need to sign up ahead of time.
When you arrive, come through the gate, turn left, go through the breezeway, after the greenhouse, turn right, continue around to the back of the building. Feeding Kids is on the right. Building #3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and something warm in the winter months. (building is heated but cool at first).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jada Hardin at: volunteer@feedingkidscc.org or 704-692-0010
Thank you for volunteering with us at Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
All are welcome to join us for an Open Volunteer Day! Our space is located at 1205 Northside Drive in Shelby, NC. There is no need to sign up ahead of time.
When you arrive, come through the gate, turn left, go through the breezeway, after the greenhouse, turn right, continue around to the back of the building. Feeding Kids is on the right. Building #3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and something warm in the winter months. (building is heated but cool at first).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jada Hardin at: volunteer@feedingkidscc.org or 704-692-0010
Thank you for volunteering with us at Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
All are welcome to join us for an Open Volunteer Day! Our space is located at 1205 Northside Drive in Shelby, NC. There is no need to sign up ahead of time.
When you arrive, come through the gate, turn left, go through the breezeway, after the greenhouse, turn right, continue around to the back of the building. Feeding Kids is on the right. Building #3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes and something warm in the winter months. (building is heated but cool at first).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jada Hardin at: volunteer@feedingkidscc.org or 704-692-0010
Thank you for volunteering with us at Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
July 25 Deliveries!
June 27 Delivery!
May 30 Deliveries!
Join us as we celebrate the 10th Birthday of Feeding Kids Cleveland County!
April 19, 2026
2:00–4:00 PM
Bobby Bell Pavilion – Uptown Shelby
For 10 years, Feeding Kids Cleveland County has been serving children and families in our community, and we want to celebrate this incredible milestone with you!
Bring your family and friends
Bring 10 nonperishable food items to help us continue feeding local kids
Enjoy fellowship, fun, and a time of gratitude for all that has been accomplished together
Let’s pack the pavilion and show what 10 years of community support looks like!
We hope to see you there!
The sign up for our 2026 Spring Break deliveries is LIVE! As of this semester, we are now serving ALL schools in Cleveland County Schools! That means more families to serve!
We are delivering to approximately 300 families on Saturday, March 28 between the hours of 8:30am and 1:00pm. We will need your help! Please sign up to deliver using the link button below.
Also, mark your calendars for our three summer break deliveries. We have a harder time finding volunteers in the summer, understandably. So, be sure to add these dates to your plans and join us if you are in town.
Summer 1 Delivery - May 30, 2026
Summer 2 Delivery - June 27, 2026
Summer 3 Delivery - July 25, 2026
Join us on December 20, 2025 as we deliver food and books to over 275 families in Cleveland County.
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Everyone in Cleveland County is invited to join us for this special time of unity and fellowship! These Community Table meals are a county-wide effort to bring neighbors together across all areas of our community to share a meal and connect.
Each meal will be served at 4pm on Saturday, November 22, at six locations throughout Cleveland County—each one hosted in an area where the need is greatest.
We hope you’ll come, bring your family and friends, and enjoy good food and great company with your neighbors.
This year’s meal locations include:
Jefferson Park in Shelby
Bobby Bell Pavilion in Uptown Shelby
Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Kings Mountain
Holly Oak Park in Shelby
Burns High School in Lawndale
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Waco/Cherryville
Join us as we deliver food and books to over 275 families in Cleveland County on November 22, 2025.
Feeding Kids Cleveland County
405 W. Marion Street
Shelby, NC 28150
