Tow Trucks and Turkeys

2011 marked AAA’s 15th Consecutive year of donating fresh turkeys to many non-profits located in Northern California, Nevada and Utah.  This year they donated close to 10 tons of turkeys to 26 non-profits. This is impressive and very much appreciated by Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa. The Turkeys were delivered to Loaves & Fishes on November 10. Chef James Porter, Development Director Joleen Lafayette and driver Tim Mays were all there to greet AAA when they arrived with the truck load of turkeys. Two AAA Agents Kristy Kropa and Kathleen Ellis also joined in to help from the AAA Antioch Office. When the turkeys arrived they were put into the refrigerator and are now waiting to be prepared for our upcoming holiday meals.

The Thanksgiving Turkey delivery project is one way of AAA expressing its appreciation and support to the communities they serve. AAA has a long standing tradition of assisting people in time of need. Emma Olenberger, Community Relations and Traffic Safety Specialist, was in charge of this project this year and she quotes, “It was incredible to travel to the different delivery locations and to interact with the true heroes behind the scenes that contribute to the community each and every day.  It is very heartwarming to hear personal stories and know that our contribution is very well received.”  Thank you AAA, all of us here at Loaves and Fishes appreciate this donation and our clients fully enjoy a nice Thanksgiving dinner because of you!