Local Organizations Unite For Pre-Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway In Jamaica, Queens

By Edwin Freeman for Black Star News In the spirit of giving this holiday season, Projects II Projects has partnered with several prominent community organizations to host a Thanksgiving turkey giveaway in Jamaica, Queens. The collaborative effort, which includes the Public Housing Community Fund, The Freeman Foundation for the Arts, Project Positive 40 Day, and the Southern Queens Park Association, aims to ensure local families can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal. The distribution event will take place on Monday, November 25th at 4:00 PM, at 109-04 160th Street in Jamaica. The organizers have emphasized that turkeys will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, with a strict limit of one turkey per household while supplies last. “This initiative represents the power of community organizations working together to support our neighbors during the holiday season,” says Latoya LeGrand, founder of Projects II Projects, who is coordinating the event. Those seeking additional information can contact the organization at legrandprojects1@gmail.com. The collaboration between these five community organizations demonstrates a unified effort to address food security and community support during the holiday season. Residents are encouraged to arrive early to secure their Thanksgiving turkey. For more information about the turkey giveaway or to learn...