Tenderloin Tessie Holiday Dinners is an all-volunteer organization in San Francisco that has been feeding the community for over 50 years on Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, serving an average of a thousand people each holiday. Started by Perry Spink, also known as Tessie, the organization began as a monthly dinner for the residents of the Tenderloin District and has since evolved into a holiday tradition, providing not only meals but also gift bags filled with donated items to those in need.
With a strong focus on helping anyone in need, Tenderloin Tessie Holiday Dinners has become a non-profit organization and continues to grow stronger each year. Under the leadership of Michael Gagne, the board president, the organization has expanded its services to include clothing donations, live entertainment, free showers, and various other initiatives aimed at supporting the community. With its 50th anniversary approaching in 2024, Tenderloin Tessie Holiday Dinners remains committed to its original mission of providing a bountiful meal, a smile, and a gift to all who attend.
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