November 24th, 2019 – Over 900 Boxes of Love were filled with all the side dishes necessary to make a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, and more than 900 turkeys were collected, all in preparation for distribution to families in need.

For more than 20 years, Islip Food for Hope, Inc. has devoted its energy to passionately advocating for the hungry, needy and politically under-represented.

"Each year, the number of families able to have a Thanksgiving meal through Islip Food for Hope grows," said Islip Supervisor Angie Carpenter. This year, more than 900 families will enjoy the traditions of this holiday ," she added.