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TCC Talon’s Market hosts Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway

Posted at 7:21 PM, Nov 19, 2020
and last updated 2020-11-19 19:33:25-05

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — Tallahassee Community College Talon’s Market is hosting a Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway event on Friday, Nov. 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the College’s main campus.

The first 50 students who make reservations for the 11 a.m. spot will receive a free bag of groceries to prepare a complete meal and a Walmart Gift card to buy a turkey for a family feast.

Students must be present to receive their bags of groceries and gift card at the giveaway event.

Reservations are open now until filled. Students can reserve by clicking here for items to make a Thanksgiving meal.

“During this season of gratitude, we are happy to demonstrate our commitment to student success by addressing the needs of food insecurity,” said Dr. Gerald Jones, Dean of Student Services.

TCC’s President Jim Murdaugh will be stuffing bags with food items at the event.

CDC Guidelines and social distancing will be enforced.

Talon’s Market is the College’s free on-campus marketplace for students experiencing food insecurity. Since its inception, Talon’s Market has serviced more than 1,000 students.