By Voice and Viewpoint Staff
Assembly District’s 10th Annual Turkey Giveaway and Health Fair held on Saturday Nov. 23 brought the holiday goodwill to the City Heights neighborhood.
Hosted by Assemblymember Akilah Weber, M.D., the event, in partnership with the San Diego Food Bank, provided 1,400 turkeys, fresh produce, and holiday meal sides to local families.
Held at Cherokee Point Elementary School’s joint-use field, the event also featured a bustling health fair with over 30 community resource tables and mobile service buses offering vital health and wellness services.
Over a thousand residents lined the field well before the event commenced at 10 a.m. Right before the first turkey was given away, Assemblymember Weber addressed the crowd and expressed gratitude for the more than 200 volunteers who worked tirelessly to set up and distribute food items, starting as early as 6 a.m.
“Your partnership makes a real difference in the lives of those we serve,” she said.
As families left with holiday meals in hand and access to new health resources, the event underscored the importance of community collaboration in spreading holiday cheer.
Happy Holidays from the 79th Assembly District!
