It's not too late. You can still get involved! Volunteer on Nov 19 or 20 to distribute meals or donate to support the distribution. Click> volunteer or donate above.
  • Nominate

    2011 Nominations are CLOSED.

    Click here to see where you can find a HOT MEAL on Thanksgiving.

    God Bless.

  • Menu

    Each Thanksgiving meal will include the following items:

    • 1 Turkey
    • Mashed Potatoes
    • Stuffing
    • Corn
    • Green Beans
    • Yams or Sweet Potatoes
    • Cranberries
    • Corn Bread Mix
    2 Gravy jar, container or packet
    • Brownie Mix
    • 1 Roasting Pan
    • Directions & Recipes
    If you would like to collect or donate food items, please email Jeni at info@500turkeys.com or leave a message at 219-531-7777 ext 105

  • Donate

    $20 Feeds ONE Family

    $10 Buys ONE Turkey

    Donate now online via PayPal!


    Donations can also be mailed to:

    Life Bridge Christian Church
    (note – 500 Turkeys)
    1705 LaPorte Ave
    Valparaiso, IN 46383

Our History

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In 2009, God planted our mission of providing an entire Thanksgiving meal for a family of 4 that they could cook at home. Through over 500 volunteers and trust in God, we were able to provide the food necessary, money for the turkeys and $5 for each recipient!

In 2010, God proved himself worthy of all of our praise once again! Through the tireless effort of our volunteers, we were able to raise the food and funds necessary for another 500 meals at Thanksgiving.

This year, we are placing our faith in God to provide once again, but are upping the challenge. Not only will we provide 500 Turkeys, but we will also include TWO of every item in the box. That’s 1,000 items! Can we do it? Alone, we can’t, but with God, all things are possible!

In The News…

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More exposure.  Check it out, we are a local charity being featured this month.  Thanks NWIndiana Tweetup!

http://blog.golden-tech.com/2010/11/area-charities-to-be-featured-during-the-november-2010-nwitweetup/

500 Turkeys on the radio Nov 1.  WVLP 98.3FM (youtube video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JftW-MuMBv4

Article in VALPOLIFE.COM

http://www.valpolife.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9268:valparaisos-life-bridge-christian-church-hosts-500-turkeys-for-thanksgiving&catid=167:serving-valpo&Itemid=177

Banta Feeds Supports 500 Turkeys in October Food Drive in VALPOLIFE.COM

http://www.valpolife.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9674:2nd-jefferson-park-food-drive&catid=167:serving-valpo&Itemid=177

Bridge Point Church partners with 500 Turkeys in VALPOLIFE.COM

http://www.valpolife.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9580:upcoming-october-events-at-bridgepoint&catid=165:worship&Itemid=174

Ideas for Blessings

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BE CREATIVE…  How can you be a part of the blessing?
Tell us your plans and go for it.
How can we help you?
High Five!

High Five!

Print this page, cut out all four corners and sell in your business, club, church or work place for $20, $5, $1 or any donation. Then tape them on the walls or windows. Display your community support and allow others to participate is the blessing.

One group is having a 48 person BUNCO game for $10/person and silent auction.  (Oct 11)

There is a large Turkey Auction on Oct 21 @ Pikk’s Tavern in Valpo from 6p – 8p.
    (Donation’s still requested.  All are invited.  Appetizers provided courtesy of Pikk’s)

RiffRaff’s last year had a contest between them and Pepe’s on who could sell the most hands.  RiffRaff’s won but both were very successful!

A friend wants to have a backyard party and auction off people for slow dances during the evening. 

Food drives in neighborhoods are taking place on front porch drop off sites.  Some hang bags outside their front door and the group picks them up.

How about a Corn Hole tournament?  Could you organize it and have a blast doing it.  Helping people in need is what it’s alll about!

You can help!

Please consider joining in the mission to “Gobble Up Hunger” this year and beyond. What ideas do you have? To whom can you reach out to reach others with food & love? Contact us and let us know how you would like to help.

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