TAMPA \u2014 The combination of continued storm recovery, rising grocery prices, the government shutdown and the short-term disruptions in funds for SNAP has many Tampa Bay area families looking for some extra help to put a Thanksgiving dinner on the table this year.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The following turkey giveaways are planned in the Tampa Bay area leading up to the holiday, with as many details as could be found about eligibility to receive them.<\/p>\n
In many cases, advanced registration may be required, or you may need to plan to arrive early to get in line because of high demand.<\/p>\n
B.J.’s Wholesale Clubs \u2014 Members who spent $150 or more in a single transaction on Nov. 1-10 can get a free turkey coupon<\/a>. Bring the coupon in their app or on their BJs.com account between Nov. 15 and Nov. 26 to the wholesale club.<\/p>\n Hillsborough County<\/p>\n Thursday, Nov. 20\u00a0\u2014 Nuvia Medical will be hosting a Turkey Giveaway<\/a> at the Jackson Springs Community Center. They will be distributing 100 free turkeys on a first-come, first-serve basis.<\/p>\n Address: 8620 Jackson Springs Rd., Tampa, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Friday, Nov. 21\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Iglesia Ebenezer will be offering free turkeys and food bags<\/a>\u00a0that will be distributed to the first 75 people that register, on a first-come, first-serve basis while items last. Only one allowed per family. You can register by texting: 1-863-368-8803.\u00a0<\/p>\n Address:\u00a011505 Colony Hill Dr., Seffner, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, Nov. 22\u00a0\u2014\u00a0SOAR First Inc. will continue its mission to help serve families across the Tampa Bay area<\/a>. This event will be a drive-thru where baskets will be provided with a turkey and other items to provide a great family meal. Registration is required. Only one per family. If you pre-registered, you can pick up between 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. If you did not, pick up is from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. (first-come, first-serve).<\/p>\n Address:\u00a0Middleton High School 4801 North 22nd Street, Tampa, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday, Nov. 23 \u2014 New Life @South Tampa is looking to help feed 100 families<\/a>. Following their Sunday service, they will distribute Thanksgiving food boxes to help those in need. These boxes will be first-come, first-serve.<\/p>\n Address: 1002 S. Church Ave., Tampa, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Sunday, Nov. 23\u00a0\u2014 Feed Our Children Ministries will be holding a Thanksgiving Family Event<\/a> where you can pick up a free turkey, free groceries and get inspirational entertainment as well. You must register by November 21st. This event starts at 11 a.m.<\/p>\n Address: 2225 E. 109th Ave, Tampa, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Monday, Nov. 24\u00a0\u2014 The Pendas Law Firm will be holding its 17th Annual Law Firm Turkey Giveaway<\/a>. Turkeys will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.<\/p>\n Address: 816 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd, Tampa, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Pinellas County<\/p>\n Wednesday, Nov. 19\u00a0\u2014 If you are in Clearwater, the Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP) is looking to give away 250 free turkeys<\/a> to help ease the burden this holiday season. Starting at 12 p.m., they will be holding a drive-thru event where residents can receive 1 turkey per vehicle on a first-come, first-serve basis.<\/p>\n Address: 1120 N. Betty Lane, Clearwater, FL 33755<\/a><\/p>\n Monday, Nov. 24\u00a0\u2014 Carey Leisure Carney Trial Attorneys will be holding their 10th Annual Turkey Giveaway<\/a> in Clearwater. Turkeys will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis starting at 10 a.m. (1 per family).<\/p>\n Address: 622 Bypass Drive, Clearwater, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Monday, Nov. 24\u00a0\u2014 The Perenich Law Injury Attorneys will be holding their 6th Annual Turkey Giveback<\/a> at 10 a.m. while supplies last.\u00a0<\/p>\n Address: 25749 US Highway 19 N, Clearwater, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Tuesday, Nov. 25\u00a0\u2014 ICare St. Pete will be holding a drive-thru event where they will be giving away 200 meals<\/a> that comprise of a turkey, stuffing & gravy, mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, mac & cheese and pie. Be ready to show up between 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n Address: 2330 Dr. Mlk Jr. Street S., St. Petersburg, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Metro Ministries is offering a frozen ham or turkey, fresh produce<\/a>. You must register and go to the area nearest you. Tent locations will offer in-person shopping, whereas pop-up locations will be drive-thru.<\/p>\n Tent Location: Holy Cross Catholic Church 7851 54th Ave N., St. Petersburg, FL<\/a> Pasco County<\/p>\n Polk County<\/p>\n Wednesday, Nov. 19\u00a0\u2014 The Soni Family Practice in Lakeland will be offering free turkeys<\/a> (1 per family, while supplies last). The event will start at 10 a.m.<\/p>\n Address: 515 E. Garden St, Suite B, Lakeland, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, Nov. 22\u00a0\u2014 The Brooks Law Group will be having its 13th Annual Turkey Giveaway<\/a>\u00a0(while supplies last). Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and the event starts at 9:30 a.m.<\/p>\n Address: 123 1st Street North, Winter Haven, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Saturday, Nov. 22\u00a0\u2014 Polk Sheriff’s Charities Inc. will host its 8th Annual Free Turkey Giveaway at three Polk County locations<\/a>. Deputies will be at each location handing out frozen turkeys. One per vehicle on a first-come, first-serve basis.\u00a0<\/p>\n 1st Location: Church on the Hill 1111 Scenic Hwy, Dundee, FL<\/a> 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Manatee County<\/p>\n Sunday, Nov. 23\u00a0\u2014 Courtesy Cleaners of Manatee looks to give away 100 Thanksgiving meals<\/a>. The event is a drive-thru and starts at 8 a.m. while supplies last. Each kit comprises of one frozen turkey, boxed mashed potatoes or boxed dressing, green beans, cranberry sauce and a dessert.<\/p>\n Address: 3509 Manatee Ave West, Bradenton, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Monday, Nov. 24\u00a0\u2014 Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee is offering a Thanksgiving Drive-through Food Distribution event<\/a> from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Time is subject to change, while supplies last).<\/p>\n Address: 1820 53rd Ave West, Bradenton, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Sarasota County<\/p>\n Wednesday, Nov. 19\u00a0\u2014 All Faiths Food Bank will be handing out free frozen turkeys and sides for Sarasota County residents<\/a>. This is a drive-through event. You must provide proof of residency. Available while supplies last. One per household. 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.<\/p>\n Address: Ed Smith Stadium\u00a02700 12th St., Sarasota, FL<\/a><\/p>\n Addtional locations: <\/p>\n – Thursday, Nov. 20 – Englewood Sports Complex 1300 S. River Rd., Englewood, FL<\/a> 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 25\u00a0\u2014 The Gail Baird Foundation will be looking to provide 300 turkeys<\/a>, side dishes and more to area veterans and their families. Military ID required. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.<\/p>\n
Pop-Up Location: United Way N. Greenwood Resource Center 1310 North Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, Clearwater, FL<\/a><\/p>\n
2nd Location: Lake Region High School 1995 Thunder Road, Eagle Lake, FL<\/a> 11a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
3rd Location: Lakes Church 1010 East Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL<\/a> 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
–\u00a0Saturday, Nov. 22 – Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall\u00a0777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL<\/a>\u00a09 a.m. – 11 a.m.<\/p>\n