1-800-TruckWreck is kicking off the holiday season in Chicago with three days of giveaways and community events. Starting today through Nov. 16, the law firm will host a Turkey Giveaway, Grocery Giveaway, and Coat Giveaway at various locations across the city, bringing support to thousands of neighbors in this season of giving.
“The holidays are a wonderful time of year to be thankful for those we love, but it’s also an added source of stress for families without disposable income,” shares Amy Witherite, owner of 1-800-TruckWreck and Witherite Law Group. “With these giveaways, we hope to support Chicago families by providing food for a bountiful holiday meal as well as keeping neighbors warm as the city enters the coldest months.”
The schedule of events includes:
Turkey Giveaway
- When: Thursday, Nov. 14, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: Rauner Family YMCA | 2700 South Western Ave., Chicago 60608
- What: During this drive-thru event, in partnership with iHeart Radio – Chicago, 1-800-TruckWreck will provide a turkey to the first 2,000 families. The event is free and open to the community. Registration is not required. Turkeys will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. 1-800-TruckWreck staff and iHeart Media representatives will be handing turkeys through car windows.
Great Grocery Giveaway
- When: Friday, Nov. 15, from noon to 2 p.m.
- Where: location to be announced on Monday, Nov. 11 at noon.
- What: In partnership with Audacy, 1-800-TruckWreck will be giving away $10,000 in $100 grocery gift cards to the first 100 people to arrive. This event is free and open to the community. Registration is not required. Gift cards will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Winter Coat Giveaway
- When: Saturday, Nov. 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: Saint Sabina Church | 1210 West 78th Place, Chicago 60620
- What: Join 1-800-TruckWreck, in partnership with iHeart Radio and Saint Sabina Church, for a community coat giveaway. The first 1,200 people who arrive at the church will receive a free coat to keep warm during the upcoming winter season. The event is free and open to the community. Coats will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
1-800-TruckWreck has been dedicated to giving back to the local Chicago community since coming to the city one year ago. Since January 2023, the organization has given away more than $243,000 in food, essential items, scholarships, school supplies, groceries, and more by partnering with local organizations in the Chicago community.