On Thursday, November 22nd, the Alliance for Coney Island other local businesses and Councilman Treyger will host the Annual Community Thanksgiving Feast at the Coney Island Gospel Assembly.  Last year, the feast helped over 1,000 guests enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal, including homeless men, women and children, low income families, homebound residents and members of the community.  The Coney Island Gospel Assembly has been serving the community a Thanksgiving feast for more than 20 years and serves as a beacon of hope for those in need. This year’s initiative, led by Luna Park amusement park and Gargiulo’s Restaurant, provides an opportunity for local businesses and residents to become more engaged in their community and help those in need during the holiday season.

The Coney Island Gospel Assembly, with support from the Alliance for Coney Island, A & J Produce, Brooklyn Cyclones, Cammareri Bakery, Councilman Mark Treyger, Deno’s Wonder Wheel, Gargiulo’s Restaurant, iStar, Kings Highway Bakery, Luna Park, MAS Security, Mr and Mrs. Manny Garofalo, MTM Fuel Service,  Nathan’s Famous, Live Nation, New York Aquarium and Tom’s Coney Island will provide a hot traditional Thanksgiving meal consisting of turkey, stuffing, potatoes, dessert and more at Coney Island Gospel Assembly (2828 Neptune Avenue)  from noon to 5PM.

“We are proud to collaborate with local businesses and Councilman Treyger to be able to provide community members in need with a delicious meal, allowing all to enjoy Thanksgiving. This meal truly couldn’t come to fruition without the dedication and vision of Gargiulo’s Restaurant and Luna Park.  We especially thank Pastor Connie Hulla and Coney Island Gospel Assembly for hosting this meal and serving the community for decades,” said Alexandra Silversmith, Executive Director of the Alliance for Coney Island.

“We are committed to serving the Coney Island community in as many ways as possible. Providing Thanksgiving meals to our neighbors who need it is one way we can give back to the people of this vibrant community, ”said Alessandro Zamperla, President of Luna Park.

“We are proud to come together with our neighbors to provide a Thanksgiving meal for those in our community who are in need,” said Nino Russo, Co-Owner of Gargiulo’s Restaurant.

All those in need are welcome to join us on Thanksgiving Day for the feast.

To learn more information about the Alliance for Coney Island and our initiatives, call us at 718-594-7895 or visit us online at www.allianceforconeyisland.org