Turkeys say goal can be reached

COEUR d'ALENE - Who says turkeys can't talk? They seemed to say plenty just before Thanksgiving.

The food bank in Coeur d'Alene faced unprecedented demand: More than 2,500 requests for turkey and trimmings. That number represented triple the demand of just two years ago. The director of the food bank admitted that as the holiday approached, she didn't think it was achievable.

Well, the turkeys ended up telling quite a tale. The need was met, and even exceeded. The forecast for Christmas meals already looks promising, thanks to a community that seems to respond to even the greatest needs.

And that's what volunteers with Press Christmas for All see today: Tremendous need that threatens to exceed what the community can provide.

Last year, Press Christmas for All assisted more than 9,500 Kootenai County residents, giving them gift cards that could be used on food and presents. The deadline for the needy to turn in applications for assistance this year is Monday, but so far indications are that the number will exceed 10,000 requests for help. That's why we set a goal of raising $200,000 by Christmas Eve. It's a staggering number, we admit, but after the Thanksgiving turkeys had their say, who are we to suggest it can't be done?

Please, give what you can. Mail your check to:

Press Christmas for All

201 Second St.

Coeur d'Alene, ID. 83814

All donations are tax deductible and guaranteed to make you feel good.