Yonkers high school students turn turkey donation into Thanksgiving meals for families in need
As part of Stew Leonard’s 47th Annual Turkey Brigade, 3,000 turkeys were distributed to approximately 45 nonprofits and community organizations in an effort to combat food insecurity.
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Students at Lincoln High School are preparing more than just a Thanksgiving dinner this year. They’re helping bring a little holiday joy to families in need.
As part of Stew Leonard’s 47th Annual Turkey Brigade, 3,000 turkeys were distributed to approximately 45 nonprofits and community organizations in an effort to combat food insecurity.
Lincoln High School received 10 turkeys, but instead of handing them out frozen, the school’s culinary arts program is turning them into complete Thanksgiving meals for 20 families in need.
Led by culinary arts instructor Chef Marco Ascolillo, about 80 students will help prepare the meals, including cooking the turkeys and making fresh side dishes, potatoes and desserts.
Ascolillo says the goal is to make things easier for families, giving them a prepared meal they can simply heat up and enjoy.
The initiative also gives students hands-on cooking experience and an opportunity to make a difference in their community.
According to Feeding Westchester, 41% of Westchester households cannot afford the basic cost of living, including housing and food.
Ascolillo hopes the initiative becomes an annual tradition, allowing students to continue giving back while helping families enjoy Thanksgiving.
