Great Thanksgiving Banquet

For more than two decades, Gateway Mission has been serving the greater Holland community by hosting an annual Thanksgiving dinner.

This community-wide event brings individuals and families from all walks of life together around one large Thanksgiving table. In the spirit of gratitude and celebration, consider how you might join in the festivities.

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Doors open at 5:30 PM, Dinner is served at 6:00 PM

Hope College DeVos Fieldhouse, 222 Fairbanks Avenue, Holland, MI 49423

Volunteer Instructions

Wait Staff Instructions Buffet Server Instructions Care Box Distributer Instructions Coffee and Lemonade Runner Instructions Dessert Cutting Set-Up Instructions Coffee Station Instructions Dining Room Set-Up Instructions Kitchen Help Instructions Table Host Instructions Pie Donation Instructions Pie Drop-Off Instructions Usher/Greeter Instructions

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer opportunities are now open!

Click here for Volunteer Opportunities Click here for Pie Donation Sign Up

General FAQ

- What if I have a question about GTB?

Please call 616-396-2200 or email info@hopefoundhere.org.

- Do I have to RSVP to attend the event?

No! We want to extend an invitation to our entire community. It is open seating and always free to attend.

- Are you collecting Care Box items again this year?

While we are still distributing Care Boxes at this year’s event, local churches will be leading the charge to collect and assemble them. Check with your local church to see how you can be involved in this vital ministry!

Volunteer FAQ

- Is there an age requirement for volunteering?

Most of our GTB volunteer opportunities are for persons who are 16 years of age and older. Children 8 years of age and older may serve alongside their parents/guardians as Table Hosts and Care Box Distributors.

- Do I have to fill out Gateway Mission’s Volunteer Application to volunteer at GTB?

No

- What if I am unable to volunteer anymore but I already signed up to volunteer?

Please contact volunteer@hopefoundhere.org

- What if all the volunteer opportunities are full but I want to volunteer at the event?

Keep checking back in! Many volunteer opportunities have positions that reopen often as people’s schedules change.