After being homeless for 10 years, Al-amin Muhammad has made it his mission to help those in need. Muhammad is the founder of We Rise Above the Streets Recovery Outreach, a local nonprofit that helps those struggling with homelessness and food insecurity.

At St. Lucy's Catholic Church in Syracuse, Muhammad, along with many volunteers, helped to feed hundreds of people a Thanksgiving meal. 

"Being homeless myself several years ago, I ain't never had this so I told myself if I ever overcome homelessness, I'm going to make sure everybody is treated right," Muhammad said. 

Volunteers at the Thanksgiving dinner event. (Emily Kenny/Spectrum News 1)

Barbers gave out haircuts to those who wanted them. (Emily Kenny/Spectrum News 1)

Two sisters show off their stuffed animals and balloons. (Emily Kenny/Spectrum News 1)

A family enjoys their Thanksgiving meal. (Emily Kenny/Spectrum News 1)