ASYMCA Fort Bliss is a cornerstone of support for junior enlisted families. Their generous initiatives including Operation Helping Hands provide essential resources and emergency food aid throughout the year. Their passion for service ensures families never face hardship alone.

 

Thanksgiving Food Basket Program 2026
Thanks to ASYMCA’s annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Program, soldiers in need with dependents can receive complete holiday meal kits filled with meaningful donations from the El Paso community.
From stuffing and canned veggies to cranberries, gravy, and more, these food baskets bring warmth to families during the holiday season.

  • Who: Soldiers in need with dependents at Fort Bliss
  • What: Thanksgiving Food Baskets
  • When: October 30 – Deadline for recipient names
  • November 12 – Units deliver food donations to ASYMCA
  •  November 19 – Basket distribution
  • Where: Junior Enlisted Family Center (ASYMCA) – 1408 Cassidy Rd, Fort Bliss, TX
  • How: Distributed via by-name lists from each unit
  • Items not accepted: expired foods, leftovers, baked goods, damaged packaging, glass items
  • Supported by: Operation Helping Hands (crisis food ministry support)