The Loft is preparing for its annual Thanksgiving Day meal, and the community is invited to help make the special time of sharing and gratitude possible for neighbors. They are requesting financial donations, fresh sweet potatoes, bottled water and soft drinks, green beans, cranberry sauce and divide-to-go boxes. If anyone would like to help in any way, contact The Loft Outreach at (205) 303-5114. Donations can be dropped at The Loft Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. The Loft is a 501-C3 charitable organization, and donations are tax deductible.