Creating Food Security
Hometown Turkey TakeoverJoin Us
Thank you for participating in the first ever Hometown Turkey Takeover!
Hormel Foods is partnering with the Hometown Food Security Project and local organizations to organize and deliver a communitywide turkey giveaway event on November 16, 2024 at the Mower County Fairgrounds. This drive through event is open to Austin community members and provides a free, frozen JENNIE-O® whole turkey* just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.
More than 3,000 turkeys will be available on a first come, first served basis. Pre-registration will not be offered. Limit one per household. Additional turkeys will also be donated to food shelves in the following communities: Grand Meadow, Hayfield, LeRoy, Lyle, Owatonna, Racine and Rochester.
Volunteer Info
Time: Please log in to Get Connected to confirm your volunteer time.
Location: Mower County Fairgrounds, 700 12th St SW, Austin, MN 55912
Parking: Enter on 4th Ave SW entrance and park by “Post 9” on the map provided. Once parked, check in at the Volunteer Station (Post 20)
Volunteer Expectations
Refer to your email for further details on the assignment you signed up for, and for more parking details. You’ll also receive a map at the Volunteer Station upon check-in.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled shift to check-in and receive instructions.
- Allow extra time to reach the Fairgrounds before your shift begins.
- NOTE: Be aware of detours and anticipate additional traffic (read more).
- You will be outdoors. Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes (we recommend layering as the weather can be chilly).
- Beverages and snacks will be provided.
Day of communication
If we give away all 3,000+ turkeys prior to 3 pm, we will end the event early. Please download the Hometown Food Security app for live updates.
If you have any questions the day of the event, you may call or text at 507-460-3906.
Thanksgiving Turkey Made Easy
Get ready to serve a perfectly cooked turkey! Below are helpful tips and step-by-step guides on thawing, roasting, and carving. Download the PDF in English or Spanish for everything you need to create a delicious holiday meal.
Download App for Event Updates
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In case of inclement weather the Hometown Food Security App will have information about updated locations, dates and times, and more.
For questions, please contact:
Gema Alvarado-Guerrero
Email: GAlvaradoGuerrero@hormel.com
Thanks to the partners and teams helping make this event possible. Your contributions are invaluable!
Hometown Food Security Project
318 Main St N.
Austin, MN 55912
Get Involved!
If you’d like to volunteer with these efforts, let us know on this form.