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Loaves & Fishes handing out turkeys to those in need

For those wishing to donate turkeys or other food to Loaves & Fishes organization, donations can be dropped off at their warehouse.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wednesday kicked off a week of giving for Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays, which served more than 1,000 people by handing out turkeys and fixing to those in need. 

Last week, WCNC Charlotte's Hunter Sáenz spoke with Tina Postel, the executive director of the food pantry, who said the thousands of turkeys ordered in August may not make it in time. The organization, like so many others, has been dealing with supply chain chaos.  

RELATED: National supply shortages having local impact, hurting Charlotte businesses and food banks

The 1,700 turkeys ended up coming in the knick of time, though -- arriving in Charlotte Tuesday night.

Loaves & Fishes/Friendship Trays will be handing out Thanksgiving food every day through next Wednesday.

For those wishing to donate turkeys or other food to Loaves & Fishes organization, donations can be dropped off at their warehouse at 648 Griffith Road, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The organization is in great need of the following products for daily meal boxes:   

  • Canned Meats – tuna, chicken, salmon
  • Canned Fruits – especially no sugar added or in juice
  • Canned Pastas – SpaghettiOs, ravioli, etc…
  • Peanut Butter
  • Pasta such as spaghetti, elbows, etc

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