Where to donate a turkey?
T. emails:
I was told at ShopRite today that I've qualified for a free turkey. I don't want it myself, but I was wondering if I should pick it up and drop it off at a food pantry or shelter. Seems like there are probably other people in my position too - how about a roundup of places to donate them, how and when etc? My receipt says to get it from ShopRite between 11/16 and 11/27.
We were just thinking it'd be great if these supermarket chains would allow you to designate your free turkey or ham or whatever to be given to charity directly.
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Call the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern, NY
965 Albany Shaker Rd, Latham, NY 12110
(518) 786-3691
They are best equipped to answer your question and/or direct your turkey to those in need.
... said xina on Nov 19, 2014 at 10:59 AM | link
I'm in a similar situation. I was just going to ignore it (not take the free turkey) but if I can donate it to a charity I am all over that like gravy on mashed potatoes.
... said ethan on Nov 19, 2014 at 11:19 AM | link
The Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless will take it. They're on Sheriday Ave. and Swan St.
... said Kate on Nov 19, 2014 at 11:19 AM | link
Try Food Pantries of the Capital District.
32 Essex St, Albany, NY 12206
(518) 458-1167
They supply the 53 food pantries in the Capital region.
... said chrisck on Nov 19, 2014 at 11:49 AM | link
Concerned for the Hungry will take your turkey for their meal distribution this weekend. concernedforthehungry.org
... said will on Nov 20, 2014 at 6:50 AM | link
CoNSERNS-U, a food pantry of Catholic Charities helping all people in need, would be happy to share your turkey with a family in need. They're located at 50 Herrick St. across from the train station in Rensselaer. 512-3577.
... said Paul M on Nov 20, 2014 at 10:13 AM | link