WABI, Penquis to hold annual Turkey Telethon Nov. 19

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - WABI is teaming up with Penquis for our annual Turkey Telethon on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. during WABI newscasts.

Members of the WABI team, the Penquis team and other volunteers will be waiting by the phones to take donations. Every $15 donation provides one turkey.

Part of Penquis’ Turkey Drive

WABI’s Turkey Telethon is one piece of Penquis’ annual Turkey Drive. They will also be joining the Z107 Free the Z starting Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the Brewer Hannaford parking lot, and will stay through Sat. Nov. 21 at noon.

Local partners

A network of more than 40 local food pantries and nonprofit organizations are partners in the effort, making it possible to distribute turkeys to so many families throughout Penquis’ service area.

“Thanksgiving is a time to come together with family and friends, share traditions, and create lasting memories,” said Renae Muscatell, Community Relations Manager at Penquis. “Every turkey and every financial contribution helps make it possible for families to enjoy a holiday meal together. Donating a turkey or its cash equivalent is an easy and manageable way to support those in our community. The generosity we see year after year is a powerful reminder of how neighbors continue to support one another.”

How to donate outside the events

Those wanting to help outside of these events can donate online at turkey.penquis.org or Text TURKEYS to 44321 to make a donation.