Thanksgiving is next week and many people can’t afford to buy a turkey for their family. Many organizations want to help feed those in need for Thanksgiving and will be holding turkey giveaways.

Here is a list of some turkey giveaways in the Tampa Bay area:

Tampa Housing Authority Turkey Giveaway 

Tampa Housing Authority (THA) Youth & Family Services is hosting its 5th Annual Parent Workshop. The first 60 people to register (must have school-aged children to register) and participate will receive Thanksgiving dinner baskets, complete with a turkey and trimmings for a family meal. Lunch will also be provided, and raffles and prizes given out. This event is free and open to the public.

Oaks at Riverview Community Center located at 110 E. Kirby Street Tampa

Wednesday, November 22 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.

Parents can register by contacting Allie Steele at (813) 644-2215 or Diane Lindsay at (813) 267-9257.

Inaugural Sylvester Bellamy Thanksgiving Drive

The Thanksgiving Drive will give away at least 150 meal baskets to needy families and the homeless.  Members of the Sheriff’s Office, Bradenton Police and Palmetto Police will assist Ray Bellamy in the giveaway beginning at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22 at Lincoln Middle School, 305 17th St E, Palmetto.  
 

HTG free turkeys in Brooksville 

Families at Freedom Gardens, an affordable housing community developed by Miami-based real estate developer Housing Trust Group (HTG), will experience a little less financial burden this holiday season thanks to the generosity of HTG. The developer will host a turkey giveaway at the 96-unit residential community in Brooksville at 3 p.m. 

Freedom Gardens, Monday, November 20, 2017, 932 Freedom Way Brooksville

Winner’s Worship Center

Nov. 18 at 9 a.m.

Mayor Bob Buckhorn will be out Saturday helping to feed 3,000 families this Thanksgiving. Starting at 9 a.m. residents will be able to pick up a free turkey at 11605 N. Nebraska Ave. The church will be giving out turkeys until supplies last. There will also be free activities for the kids, haircuts, medical attention, social service information, housing options, and Medicaid specialists.

Breath of Life Church’s Annual Turkey Giveaway

Nov. 19 at 10:30 a.m.

Breath of Life Worship Church is giving back to the community this holiday season and hosting a free Thanksgiving Turkey giveaway. Starting at 10:30 a.m. residents can pick up a free turkey until supplies last. Free lunch will also be provided. Located at 1725 East Fowler Avenue Tampa, FL. Event info.

Tampa Turkey Fest

Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Free giveaways, turkeys, hams, and more. Located at 3738 River International Dr. Tampa, FL. Event info.

Feed Our Children Min; 31st Pre-Thanksgiving Event

Nov. 20 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Free turkey, gifts for kids, and free health advice. Located at 3401 E Louisiana Ave. Tampa, FL. Event info