A beloved Jonesboro tradition is approaching a milestone this November: the Community Thanksgiving Meal is preparing to serve its 30th consecutive year, and organizers are calling on residents to pitch in and make it the best one yet.

According to a report from Jonesboro Right Now, the event’s organizers are actively seeking volunteers and dessert donations to help pull off the annual gathering. The meal has been a cornerstone of community generosity in Jonesboro for three decades, bringing neighbors together around a shared table during the holiday season — especially for those who might otherwise spend the day alone.

Whether you have a few hours to spare or a homemade pie to contribute, organizers say every bit of help counts. The call for desserts is a particularly sweet touch, giving home bakers and local businesses alike a simple, meaningful way to participate without a major time commitment.

Reaching the 30-year mark is no small feat. It speaks to the enduring spirit of giving that runs deep in the Jonesboro community — and to the countless volunteers, donors, and organizers who have shown up year after year to make sure no one in Northeast Arkansas goes without a warm holiday meal.

Details on how to volunteer or drop off desserts were being coordinated by event organizers, so residents interested in lending a hand are encouraged to follow updates from Jonesboro Right Now for the latest information on sign-up opportunities and drop-off locations.

As the holiday season approaches, the 30th annual Community Thanksgiving Meal stands as a reminder of what makes Jonesboro special: a community that consistently looks out for one another, one plate — and one pie — at a time.

Sources: Jonesboro Right Now