As families across the city gather to celebrate Christmas Eve, a dedicated group of volunteers will be out spreading cheer in a unique way: Delivering hot meals to every police precinct and fire station in Atlanta.
The sixth annual Holiday Ham Haul, a heartwarming tradition that began during the COVID-19 pandemic, continues to honor the city’s first responders for their tireless service and the personal sacrifices they make – including spending holidays away from their own loved ones.
Holiday Ham Haul Comes To Buckhead
“This event is our way of saying thank you to the men and women who keep our community safe year-round, especially when they’re working through the holidays,” said a spokesperson for the organizing groups.
For many participants, the Holiday Ham Haul has become a cherished family tradition.
One mother-son duo has volunteered every year, and the experience left such a lasting impression on the son that he centered his college application essay around the vital role first responders play in the community and the importance of giving back.
The event is organized by the Buckhead Rotary Club, Livable Buckhead, and the Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation.
It receives generous support from local sponsors, including the Buckhead Community Improvement District (CID), Buckhead Council of Neighborhoods, Buckhead Coalition, Georgia Primary Bank, Southern Baked Pie, and HoneyBaked Ham.
Volunteers will fan out across the city on December 24 to ensure no shift goes without a warm holiday meal, continuing a tradition that reminds Atlantans of the everyday heroes in their midst.