Hearts & Homes Thanksgiving drive begins with 52 turkeys

Hearts & Homes for Youth has kicked-off our annual Thanksgiving Drive in Maryland with a generous donation of 40 turkeys from Reid Temple and 12 turkeys from Joe McDevitt of McDevitt and Sons Plumbing and Heating, the first significant step in providing healthy and nutritious holiday meals for all of the youth in our care. Hearts & Homes also received cash donations from two supporters to purchase additional turkeys.

The turkey donation marks the third consecutive year that Reid Temple has donated turkeys to the annual drive. The Reid Temple delivery of 40 frozen turkeys will take place toward the end of the month.

Hearts & Homes aims to provide complete meals this holiday season to all of the youth in our care. The community can donate healthy food items such as stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, gravy, green beans, pie, mac and cheese, whole grains, vegetarian and animal proteins and fruits and vegetables.

There are numerous ways to contribute to the Thanksgiving Drive:

» Drop-off food: Healthy and nutritious food drop-offs can be made at Hearts & Homes for Youth 9 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on weekdays.

» Give online: Individuals can also donate funds electronically at https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=e0f522

The deadline for turkey, chicken, and food donations is Nov. 20. Early donations ensure the Hearts & Homes for Youth can distribute the food to our youth and foster families in time for Thanksgiving.

Hearts & Homes is located at 3919 National Drive, Suite 400, Burtonsville, MD 20866

For more information or to volunteer during the Thanksgiving Drive, please visit Hearts & Homes at heartsandhomes.org or call 301-679-1397.