Hours: M-F, 9AM-4:30PM. Warehouse closed: 12-1PM. In-Kind Donations Warehouse Suggested Drop Off by 3 PM. Closed All Holidays
Please consider your health and the health of others. If you feel sick or are a high-risk individual, do not attempt to attend. As a participant, you voluntarily assume all health related risks, including exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold Good Samaritan Network or the venue liable should you get sick. Also, expect long lines, possible changes, and new participation guidelines. These and other changes may be announced at any time.
HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE DATES
THANKSGIVING
November 22, 9am-1pm
CHRISTMAS
December 13, 9am-2pm
The location and dates of the HAMILTON COUNTY 4H FAIRGROUNDS are only for clients assigned to GSN to attend. PRIVATELY sponsored clients will stay home on these dates, or as notified, and will not attend this Holiday Assistance distribution/site unless their private sponsor does not show up or make a personal appointment with the client by the distribution date.
THANKSGIVING ASSISTANCE | NOVEMBER
NOBLESVILLE
A Thanksgiving Day DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit Down Meal) is provided at this Hamilton County site from 11am-2pm.
All locations include a FREE DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit Down Meal). All assistance is first-come-first served.
Location:
White River Christian Church
1685 N.10th Street
Noblesville In
SHERIDAN
A Thanksgiving Day DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit Down Meal) is provided at this Hamilton County site from 11am-2pm.
All locations include a FREE DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit Down Meal). All assistance is first-come-first served.
Location:
Sheridan Community Center
300 East 6th Street
Sheridan, In
FISHERS
A Thanksgiving Day DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit Down Meal) is provided at this Hamilton County site from 11am-2pm.
All locations include a FREE DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit Down Meal). All assistance is first-come-first served.
Location:
St. Louis de Montfort
11441 Hague Road
Fishers, In
Thanksgiving Assistance Distribution
This year’s annual Thanksgiving Assistance for Hamilton County residents, which includes distribution of food boxes and baskets, will be held on the dates, if not privately sponsored, at this location: Hamilton County 4H Fairgrounds, Noblesville, IN. A “Holiday Assistance” application is required. Applications should be completed online (www.gsnlive.org) as soon as possible, or contact the Good Samaritan Network office (317.842.2603). One application, completed annually, can be used for Thanksgiving Assistance and/or Christmas Assistance.
Thanksgiving Day FREE Meal - 3 Locations
A Thanksgiving Day DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit-Down Meal) is provided at various Hamilton County sites from 11am-2pm. Staging and venue locations include:
Noblesville - White River Christian Church, 11am-2pm
Sheridan – Sheridan Community Center, 11am-2pm
Fishers - St.Louis de Montfort, 11am-2pm
All locations include a FREE DRIVE-THRU meal (No Sit-Down Meal). All assistance is first-come-first-served.
Thanksgiving Day Delivered Meals
GSN will also provide meal deliveries for the elderly, disabled, or shut-ins who have signed up for a Thanksgiving Day and/or Christmas Eve meal delivery. Delivery is needs-based, and an application does not guarantee delivery. Volunteers will deliver to their assigned households early on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Eve. Residents must be home.
CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE | DECEMBER
Christmas Assistance Distribution
This year’s annual Christmas Assistance for Hamilton County residents, which includes food, toys, and clothing, will be held on the listed date. Location: Hamilton County 4H Fairgrounds, Noblesville, IN. A “Holiday Assistance” application is required. Applications should be completed online (www.gsnlive.org) as soon as possible, or contact the Good Samaritan Network office (317.842.2603, x200). One application, completed annually, can be used for Thanksgiving Assistance and/or Christmas Assistance.
Christmas Eve Meal Shut-In Delivery
A Christmas Eve meal is provided to elderly, disabled, or shut-in Hamilton County residents who sign up in advance. Assistance is first-come-first-served for the elderly or special needs clients who have signed up for a Christmas meal delivery. Delivery is needs-based, and an application does not guarantee delivery. Volunteers will deliver to their assigned households early on Christmas Eve. Residents must be home.
HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE DETAILS
“I am disappointed that I must seek assistance, but I am so grateful to your organizaiton which graciously helps someone in need, like me. I humbly thank you!”
Holiday Assistance
“My husband and our 4 year old delivered Thanksgiving meals and we loved it. God really had a plan.”
Holiday Volunteer
Thanksgiving and Christmas DETAILS
Serving Hamilton County Since 1980
We recommend that you apply ONLINE for holiday assistance by October and not later than early November.
GSN's signature holiday assistance program significantly impacts thousands of families every year. GSN clients are always able to receive food baskets for both Thanksgiving and/or Christmas. Additionally, clients receive new or gently used toys and clothing for the Christmas season - as part of our Christmas Distribution.
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THE PROCESS
A yearly application is required to be considered for any GSN Holiday event. We prefer you complete the Holiday Assistance Application ONLINE. Contact the office if you need a paper copy, or visit any Hamilton County agency.
Everyone will receive some form of assistance from only ONE Hamilton County agency or source. No one will receive assistance without applying (digitally/online or hard copy/mail).
Families will either be assigned to a 1) private sponsor (provided thru GSN) or 2) households will be assigned to GSN. Not both!
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PRIVATE SPONSORSHIP
If you have a private sponsor, they will contact you directly (usually by phone) to arrange your Holiday Assistance. We cannot give out sponsor information, please don’t ask. It is important to be appreciative of your sponsors when they contact you. Be sure to be cooperative, gracious and accommodating. Remember, your private sponsor is purchasing holiday items for you and your family.
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DAY OF THE EVENT
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GSN HOLIDAY SPONSORSHIP
If you are sponsored by GSN, you will receive a phone call or text message within 48 hours before the event. This is your ONLY form of notification to attend the event site (Hamilton County 4H Fairgrounds/Noblesville). Make sure you have a current phone number (cell preferred) listed and that there is room on your voicemail device for messages. Do not block GSN’s phone number.
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A FEW REMINDERS
On the actual date of a Holiday event, if you do not have a private sponsor, upon arrival, you will be required to have:
a photo ID (driver’s license, etc.)
proof you work, attend a school, or have Hamilton County residency (Indiana - utility statement, etc.)
If you completed a Holiday Assistance Application - and have not been contacted by the day of the event - please go directly to the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds on the date of the Holiday event you applied for.
On the actual date of a Holiday event, if you do not have a private sponsor, upon arrival, you will be required to have:
a photo ID (driver’s license, etc.)
proof you work, attend a school, or have Hamilton County residency (Indiana - utility statement, etc.)
If you completed a Holiday Assistance Application - and have not been contacted by the day of the event - please go directly to the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds on the date of the Holiday event you applied for.