PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) \u2014 The GIANT Company is giving back and hoping to help families get the Thanksgiving meal they deserve this year.<\/p>\n
The GIANT Company will be giving away nearly 20,000 turkeys and turkey breasts to 35 food banks across multiple states, including Pennsylvania. They estimated that the turkeys will provide nearly 200,000 servings for and ahead of the holiday.<\/p>\n
Non-profit collecting donations to fill stockings for deployed military members <\/a><\/p>\n \u201cThe GIANT Company\u2019s commitment to serving others and giving back to our neighbors happens year-round, but is especially important during the holidays,\u201d John Ruane, president of The GIANT Company said. \u201cEveryone deserves a full plate, and this year\u2019s donations will deliver turkeys \u2013 the centerpiece of many Thanksgiving meals \u2013 to families in need throughout our local communities this holiday season.\u201d<\/p>\n They noted that, along with donating food, workers will also be donating their time to help local food banks pack hunger relief boxes, organize and restock their pantry shelves.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are heading into the holiday season where so many family celebrations are typically centered around food. More neighbors are turning to the charitable food system for help than at any other point since the pandemic,\u201d Jay Worrall, president, Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank, said. \u201cWhile we always appreciate the generosity of our retail partners like The GIANT Company, this turkey donation carries extra weight this year due to the challenges being faced by so many of our neighbors.\u201d<\/p>\n Get the latest news, weather forecasts and sports stories delivered straight to your inbox! Sign up for our newsletters<\/a>.<\/p>\n They also noted that from Nov. 14 to Nov. 27, customers who redeem 400 points for a free turkey have the option to donate that turkey to a local food bank right at the register. You can learn more about the free turkey certificates here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.<\/p>\n