How do I apply for the free holiday to Turkey?

San Diego,CA. i want a free Holiday Turkey for the Thanksgiving. PLEASE!!?

• San Diego, CA. im looking for a Free Turkey for Thanksgiving 2009. for my family. does anyone know where i can find one?, any local churches?. which one? PLEASE

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  I do not have an exact answer for you. You may need to call Ralph's, Albertson's, etc and see what promotions they are offering. I don't know exactly why you need a free turkey... but if you are truly in desperate times, you can probably try one of the ideas offered in this article (IE: local food bank, contacting the United Way, etc). Good luck and hope this helps you: Where to Get a Free Thanksgiving Turkey September 20, 2008 by R. M. Dubuc The Thanksgiving turkey is often the centerpiece of Thanksgiving dinner, and the most popular main course. Thanksgiving turkeys are not cheap, however, and some family Thanksgiving dinners require at least one large turkey, and sometimes more. There are places to look, however, for finding a free turkey for Thanksgiving dinner. Some of the possible free turkey options require a little planning ahead, so any free turkey search should begin as early as possible. Agencies often create sign up lists for free turkeys, and calls often begin in October, so the sooner the better is a good strategy for searching for a free turkey this Thanksgiving. The Best Places to Find a Free Thanksgiving Turkey Local Supermarket or Grocery Store After Halloween, many grocery store chains and supermarkets begin to advertise special promotions for the holiday season. One of the most common specials is the discounted or free Thanksgiving turkey promotion. Some supermarkets offer loyal customers the chance to earn a free or extremely discounted Thanksgiving turkey in exchange for their business. Promotions often require a certain amount of grocery receipts or purchases during a specific timeframe. Check out what specials your local supermarkets have for Thanksgiving promotions in late October or early November. Visit the supermarket with the best promotion for your weekly groceries until you have met the specified requirements for a discounted or free turkey. United Way The United Way has over a thousand local chapters across the United States. United Way agencies are often financial supporters of local agencies, and in return, local United Way chapters are often the best place to go to for a listing of potential sites for free Thanksgiving turkeys. Local United Way agencies can provide information for local food banks, agencies, and places to contact for Thanksgiving assistance. Food Bank or Local Food Pantry Many cities have local food pantries, and the guidelines for families vary, but if the Thanksgiving dinner budget is tight, it pays to visit the local food pantry to inquire about Thanksgiving turkeys and dinner items. The income guidelines to qualify are often much higher than one would and families with lower middle income brackets often qualify. Food banks are larger than most local food pantries and many food banks distribute donated Thanksgiving turkeys and dinner items to the local food pantries. It is worth a call to your local food bank to ask about where there will be free Thanksgiving turkeys this year. Local Agencies Many smaller social service agencies offer help throughout the year to families. The Salvation Army, YWCA, and others often manage lists for sponsorship of families during the holiday season. Thanksgiving turkeys and dinner are one of the more frequently sponsored programs and those who would like consideration for a free Thanksgiving turkey should inquire with their local agencies ahead of time. Many local agencies use a sign up list for Thanksgiving turkey donations for qualified families, so the families who sign up first have a better chance of being sponsored for a free Thanksgiving turkey or dinner.