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Union Gospel Mission Seeks Gobble Givers

The Mission says it needs 1,500 more turkeys before Thanksgiving

By Rob Smith November 7, 2024

A person holds two plates brimming with mashed potatoes, gravy, beans, and meat—a feast fit for sharing. This generous meal could be part of Gobble Givers' effort at Union Gospel Mission, where every plate serves hope and comfort to those in need.
Photo courtesy of Union Gospel Mission

Saying “the need is greater than it’s ever been,” Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission is asking Seattle-area residents to donate 15- to 20-pound turkeys from now until Nov. 27. 

The 92-year-old nonprofit is seeking 1,500 turkeys, as it expects to serve 1,600 meals to men, women, and children in its long-term recovery programs, emergency shelters, and search and rescue outreach efforts. It will also give turkeys to families and local churches who reach out. 

Turkeys can be dropped off at four locations on weekdays:

  • Distribution Center at 8226 S. 208thSt., Suite G110, Kent from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • The Men’s Shelter at 318 Second Ave. Extension S., Seattle from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Hope Place, Women’s Recover,  3802 S. Othello St., Seattle, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Riverton Place, Men’s Recovery at 3020 S 128thSt., Seattle, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 The Mission, which says more than 16,000 people are struggling with homelessness and addiction in the greater Seattle area, is also accepting monetary donations.

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