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Southwest donates 4,000 turkeys to Denver Rescue Mission

Tuesday, 17 November 2009

 
   

Southwest Airlines has given the Denver Rescue Mission the largest turkey donation in its history.
Dave LaPorte, Southwest's Station Manager in Denver said the airline donated 4,000 turkeys to help feed the poor and homeless in Denver this holiday season.

 "Southwest Airlines is committed to Denver, and our commitment includes helping the less fortunate.

"In these challenging economic times, we're grateful for the opportunity to step forward to support the Denver Rescue Mission.

 "By supporting something so close to the hearts and minds of our Denver Customers and local Employees, we're making an investment to help strengthen our community."

The turkeys along with other donations will be served beginning Nov. 25 during the annual Great Thanksgiving Banquet hosted by Governor Bill Ritter.
Southwest Airlines employees from Denver will also volunteer their time during the Rescue mission's Thanksgiving dinners.

Brad Meuli, president and CEO of the Denver Rescue Mission said, "When Southwest Airlines says they care about Denver, they're not talking turkey. We are extremely grateful for the significant commitment of cash and volunteer time from Southwest Employees, just when we needed it most."
 

Source = e-Travel Blackboard: C.F