Local Task Force Seeks Turkey Donations for Thanksgiving Meals
The Petal Children’s Task Force in the Hattiesburg-Laurel area is seeking community donations of turkeys to provide Thanksgiving meals for approximately 350 local families in need.
Hattiesburg Laurel, MS, November 9, 2026 — The Petal Children’s Task Force is launching its annual initiative to ensure local families have food for Thanksgiving. The organization is currently seeking donations of turkeys to help provide holiday meals for an estimated 350 families in the Hattiesburg-Laurel area.
The drive aims to combat food insecurity during the holiday season by providing a traditional Thanksgiving centerpiece for households that might otherwise struggle to afford one. The task force has set a goal to collect enough turkeys to serve the needs of the 350 families they aim to support.
Information regarding specific drop-off locations, preferred turkey sizes, or deadlines for donations was not provided in the initial announcement. Community members interested in contributing to the effort are encouraged to seek out further details directly from the Petal Children’s Task Force.
The Petal Children’s Task Force has historically organized similar community support events, focusing on providing essential resources to local families. This particular effort highlights the ongoing need for charitable contributions to support vulnerable populations during festive periods.
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