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Press release from the Rotary Club of Eureka:

EUREKA, CA — This holiday season, the Rotary Club of Eureka is giving back with its annual turkey drive. The club has already donated a record 239 turkeys to local organizations and expects to give out even more before Christmas. The annual turkey drive, now in its tenth year, aims to ensure that families throughout Eureka have the resources to enjoy a holiday meal.

Volunteers from the Rotary Club delivered turkeys to eight nonprofit organizations serving individuals and families in need. The largest share went to the Eureka Rescue Mission, which received 100 turkeys. Additional recipients included Food for People, the Betty Kwan Chinn Foundation, St. Vincent de Paul, Salvation Army, Jefferson Community Project, Redwood Teen Challenge, and the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods. “All the funds raised for this turkey drive came directly from our members,” said Rotary Club of Eureka Dale Warmuth. “Supporting our community, especially during the holidays, is very important to us. Our members know this is a challenging year for so many people, and they really stepped up to help.”
 
Leaders from partner organizations expressed their gratitude. Bryan Hall, Executive Director of the Eureka Rescue Mission, reported that the turkey donations helped the Mission distribute 122 food boxes and serve 342 meals for Thanksgiving.  Carly Robbins, CEO of Food for People, added, “We are exceptionally grateful to the Rotary Club of Eureka. The donation of these turkeys helped us provide food for a holiday meal to families at a time when many are struggling to make ends meet.”
 
The Rotary Club of Eureka is planning to donate more turkeys in time for Christmas. The turkey drive is part of the Rotary Club’s longstanding focus on humanitarian service both locally and globally. Members hope their efforts will inspire others in the community to lend a helping hand throughout the holiday season.  To learn more about the Rotary Club of Eureka or to make a donation, visit www.rotary1.org.