Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Union Station Homeless Services Launches Turkey Drive to Feed Families This Thanksgiving

STAFF REPORT

Union Station Homeless Services (USHS) is calling on the community to help collect 975 frozen turkeys for families in need this Thanksgiving, as part of its long-running Dinner in the Park tradition.

The Turkey Drive will take place Nov. 17 and 18 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the USHS Adult Center, 412 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Donations of frozen turkeys will help ensure thousands of residents across the San Gabriel Valley can enjoy a holiday meal amid rising food insecurity.

USHS leaders say the need is greater than ever, with millions of Californians losing access to SNAP benefits and food prices continuing to climb. Last year, the nonprofit served more than 6,000 Thanksgiving meals, and demand is expected to double in 2025.

“The loss of SNAP support doesn’t just impact individual households,” said Katie Hill, CEO of Union Station Homeless Services. “It increases food insecurity for entire neighborhoods and communities. We need everyone’s help to make sure that no plate is left empty this Thanksgiving.”

In addition to the Turkey Drive, supporters can contribute through Amazon and Target wishlists to send pantry staples directly to the kitchen, or make monetary donations online at ushs.org/dip25.

USHS has hosted Dinner in the Park for more than 50 years, providing meals and connection during the holidays.

Organizers say this year’s goal of 975 turkeys will help close the gap created by the rollback of food assistance programs and ensure families across Pasadena and beyond can celebrate with dignity.

You can support the USHS Thanksgiving meal drive through Amazon and Target wishlists to send much-needed pantry staples directly to the kitchen.

Contribute to the Frozen Turkey Drive on November 17 and 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the USHS Adult Center at 412 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105.