~ Mesa, AZ - The City of Mesa is once again teaming up with United Food Bank to ensure that families in need can enjoy a holiday meal. The annual Turkey Tuesday frozen turkey and cash donation drive will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the Mesa Convention Center North Parking Lot from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Mayor Mark Freeman expressed his gratitude for the community's support, stating, "Mesa has always been a city built on community, service and shared purpose. With our 17-year Turkey Tuesday tradition, we're once again stepping up together to ensure every family in our city can enjoy a meaningful Thanksgiving."

Since its inception, Mesa's Turkey Tuesday has been a huge success, with an estimated 20,000 turkeys and $200,000 in donations collected over the years. This year's goal is to collect 2,000 turkeys and $20,000 in cash donations.

To help reach this goal, event sponsors Desert Financial Credit Union, State Farm, and the Arizona Cardinals have pledged to match up to $75,000 in monetary donations. This generous contribution will go towards providing holiday meals for families in need this November.

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Those who wish to spread holiday cheer and support their community can drop off their donations at the event. In addition to frozen turkeys, Mesa employees will also be collecting cash donations and canned goods for United Food Bank. Every $31 raised helps provide a turkey for a family in need this holiday season. Cash donations can be made in-person at the event or online at feedaz.org.

Jason Reed, CEO of United Food Bank expressed his gratitude for being chosen as the recipient of this year's Turkey Tuesday drive. He stated that each year they help thousands of Arizona families share a traditional holiday meal and are grateful for the generous donors who make it possible.

This year marks the 17th Annual Turkey Tuesday collaboration between the City of Mesa and United Food Bank. The food collected during the drive will be distributed the next day, Nov. 19, at United Food Bank's annual Thanksgiving Holiday Distribution for eligible residents from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until supplies last.

The City of Mesa and United Food Bank are proud to continue this tradition of giving back to the community and ensuring that everyone can enjoy a holiday meal with their loved ones. Together, they are making a difference in the lives of those in need this holiday season.

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