Just days before Thanksgiving, the Detroit community came together for the annual All-Star Giveback event at the Detroit 8th Precinct Station on Nov. 25. With the holiday season in full swing, local organizations and volunteers united to provide a warm and hearty meal to individuals and families facing hardship.
The event, which started at 11 a.m., featured a drive-up food distribution, with the goal of giving back to the community through generous food donations. The first-come, first-served event saw long lines of cars waiting for their turn to receive a festive turkey dinner. The generosity of sponsors, including Meijer, DTE Foundation, and Detroit Medical Center (DMC), helped ensure that no one went hungry this holiday season.
Volunteers arrived early to set up, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and excitement among local residents eager to participate in the holiday spirit. As the event kicked off, a steady stream of vehicles and pedestrians, known as “walkers,” lined up to receive their food. This inclusive approach meant that no one was left out, no matter how they arrived.
Among the many groups and organizations that made the event possible were Forgotten Harvest, which works to fight hunger in Michigan, and STAND, an organization dedicated to supporting underprivileged communities. The collaboration also included Comerica, Chick-fil-A, and other generous partners who provided everything from food to financial support for the event’s success.
The event was not only about providing a Thanksgiving meal but also about fostering a sense of community. The Sean Anderson Foundation and I AM Derrick helped to ensure that the event was a success, spreading the message of support and giving back. Local radio stations, such as 97.9 WJLB and MX 92.3, were on hand to promote the event and share the stories of those involved, as well as a mix of celebrities, including NBA legends Derrick Coleman and Gary Payton, and even Michigan’s lieutenant governor Garlin Gilchrist.
One of the highlights of the day was the display of unity from all corners of the city, from the police department to local businesses, all working together for a common cause. As the event unfolded, the importance of community and collaboration was felt by all, making this year’s All-Star Giveback an unforgettable experience for Detroiters.
As the holiday seasons approach, the All-Star Giveback has once again proven that no one is too far to help, and when the community comes together, incredible things happen.
