Food Insecurity

Fountain Hills turkey drive feeds local families: 250 turkeys and counting

Community rallies for fourth annual Parade of Thanksgiving Turkey Drive

The fourth annual Parade of Thanksgiving Turkey Drive was held Tuesday, Nov. 5.

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A total of 250 turkeys were donated during the event.

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Extended Hands Food Bank volunteers were onsite to accept donations and make space for the turkeys.

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Pictured is food bank Assistant Director Allyson Iverson and Executive Director David Iverson.

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The Chamber of Commerce staff welcomed donors as they drove up to drop off their donations. Pictured is Sue Hendershott of Four Peaks Rotary being welcomed by Chamber President Betsy LaVoie.

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From turkeys to pet food, Rexy Pet Treats also gave away a few packages of treats for families with pets.

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The food bank is averaging approximately 5,500 visitors each month.

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The turkeys will help families celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

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John Weil of the Sonoran Lifestyle Team drops off turkeys at the food bank.

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Extended Hands Food Bank volunteers and staff are pictured with Chamber staff members at the fourth annual Parade of Thanksgiving Turkey Drive.

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The community came out in droves Tuesday, Nov. 5, when it donated upwards of 250 frozen turkeys during the fourth annual Parade of Thanksgiving Turkey Drive.

The turkeys filled two full-size gaylords at the Extended Hands Food Bank which is averaging approximately 5,500 visitors each month.

The food bank’s goal is to reach 400 turkeys to support those in need this holiday season.

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