Thanksgiving at Vetsville 2024

Feeding Vetsville's Homeless Veterans for Thanksgiving

Check out last year's Thanksgiving at Vetsville

As the season of gratitude and togetherness arrives, let’s remember those who’ve sacrificed for our freedom. For the past 10 years, I AM ADAPTIVE has brought the spirit of Thanksgiving to life by providing warm, hearty meals for homeless U.S. Veterans at the VetsVille Ceasefire House in Boynton Beach, Florida.

Help us make this an amazing 11th!

This tradition is about more than just food—it’s about sharing hope, community, and thanks with those who’ve given so much. We’re calling on YOU to help us make this year’s celebration even more meaningful. Let’s gather our hearts, lend a hand, and show our Veterans how much they’re appreciated. Together, we can make this Thanksgiving one to truly be thankful for!

(Veterans at Vetsville serving themselves)

"I didn't expect any of this...I didn't expect you to show up because many people don't. Last year someone said they would help us for Thanksgiving, and we are still waiting for them; I had to go and get some sandwiches for the guys. This is beyond anything I could have ever imagined for these men." - George, The VetsVille Ceasefire House for Homeless Veterans House Manager, on Thanksgiving 2014, the 1st year we made them a Thanksgiving meal.

It has been an I AM ADAPTIVE tradition ever since.

(Vetsville's House Manager George & IAA President Marilyn)

(Veterans at Vetsville enjoying their warm meal while watching Thanksgiving Day Football)

In the last 10 years, we were able to raise enough funds to provide, cook & leave these veterans with a Full Holiday Spread and needed items requested from the household; we will need the following similar items this year:

ITEMS WE PROVIDE WITH YOUR DONATIONS:

Full Thanksgiving Spread for all Veterans

- 1-2 Turkeys

- 1-2 Hams

- Bread Rolls

- Mashed Potatoes

- Gravy

- Green beans

- Candied yams

- Any needed holiday condiments

- Cranberry sauce

- Table-setting heaters to keep things warm

- Place settings and silverware

OTHER FOOD REQUESTED ITEMS:

- Canned goods as needed

- Dairy

- Fruits

- Vegetables

- Drinks

- Desserts

IF NEEDED:

- Sheets

- Undies

- Socks

- Shirts

- Jackets

ANY MISC ITEMS REQUESTED

(Veteran cutting up the Turkey & Ham)

We share love and warmth with them, when they need it most, as the holidays can be a sad time for many.

(Veteran Tony hugging IAA Secretary Carolyne Cruz)

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

- Donate. We will be raising funds starting today through Thanksgiving Day. Give what you can for these outstanding individuals and help make a difference in their lives this Holiday season.

- All donations go directly to providing Vetsville Ceasefire House Veterans a Thanksgiving Meal. Any leftover funds will be utilized to buy the men any specialty items they currently cannot provide for themselves.

- We arrive midday on Thanksgiving Day to prepare the feast for them, as we have for the past 10 years.

- Pictures and videos will be provided here and on Instagram at @iamadaptive for all our supporters.

Thank you & God Bless you for helping us feed the Veterans of Vetsville again on this Thanksgiving <3

Sincerely,

Marilyn Cruz

I AM ADAPTIVE INC.

Founder & President

(Thanksgiving at Vetsville 2022)