NEW YORK — People headed to Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church in East Flatbush to pick up items for Thanksgiving. Charter Communications, NY1's parent company, donated $3,000 for the giveaway.

What You Need To Know

  • People headed to Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church for the supplies

  • Charter Communications, NY1's parent company, donated $3,000 for the event

  • Organizers say events like this are imperative to help people facing food insecurity

  • More than 250 families got turkeys

Those who attended picked up turkeys, produce and other groceries.

Organizers say events like these are important as people face food insecurity throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

"The pandemic has affected people's lives and their livelihoods. Providing any kind of help around food, around any kind of sustenance that they need — particularly as important as Thanksgiving is for our families — has really been a lifesaver for many communities," said Democratic State Sen. Kevin Parker of Brooklyn.

Charter's donation ensured more than 250 families were able to get essentials for Thanksgiving.

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