Denver Rescue Mission aims to collect 15k turkeys for those experiencing homelessness and hunger
DENVER (KRDO) -- The Denver Rescue Mission is hoping to collect 15,000 frozen turkeys for its annual Turkey Drive to help those experiencing homelessness and hunger this holiday season, according to 9NEWS.
Denver Rescue Mission said the Turkey Drive, each weighing 12-pounds will run through Wednesday, Nov. 23.
The rescue mission is also asking for donations on the following items:
- Boxed mashed potatoes
- Boxed stuffing
- Canned vegetables
- Canned yams
- Canned fruit
- Canned pumpkin
- Canned gravy
- Canned cranberry sauce
Thousands of people in need will receive a food box across the city of Denver. More than 3,000 turkeys will be used and distributed through churches, schools, and non-profit organizations.
You can help the community in four ways:
Drop off turkeys
You can donate a 12-pound turkey at one of the following locations:
Ministry Outreach Center
- Holly & 39th Avenue
- 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday
- Preferred drop-off location
Lawrence Street Shelter
- SE corner of Park Avenue West and Lawrence Street
- Turkeys accepted from Nov. 18 to Nov. 23
- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Denver Broncos Turkey Donation Site
- UCHealth Training Center
- Saturday, Nov. 19 only
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Donate now
Text "TURKEY" to 24365 or call 303-313-2403
- Donate $15 to $25 which is about the value of one turkey.
Start a fundraiser
Create your own online Turkey Drive fundraiser here.
Utilize social media
Utilize your social media platforms to share info about the Turkey Drive through the Mission's Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook and #GetGobbled.
"These 15,000 turkeys are more than just a collective number or goal," President/CEO of Denver Rescue Mission Brad Meuli said. "Every turkey encompasses endless possibilities of providing a single person or single household with joy and stability during the holidays. That’s what our Turkey Drive is all about, providing hope in the form of meals to our neighbors who need it the most."
