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Pittsburgh Turkey Fund Kickoff Raises Funds for Food Bank

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund kickoff show occurred September 24, 2025, at Point Park University's Pittsburgh Playhouse to raise funds for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
It featured a turkey trot by students and a live auction hosted by Roger Croll.
Attendees included Point Park University president Chris Brousalis and former Pittsburgh Steelers players.

History

Historical Context

The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund kickoff show on September 24, 2025, continues a legacy of community support that began during the Great Depression in 1930, when organizations like the Salvation Army aided over 1.5 million Americans with food assistance. Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank carries on this mission, highlighting the ongoing need for community engagement in addressing food insecurity.

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Story summary

The KDKA-TV Turkey Fund kickoff show occurred September 24, 2025, at Point Park University's Pittsburgh Playhouse to raise funds for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
It featured a turkey trot by students and a live auction hosted by Roger Croll.
Attendees included Point Park University president Chris Brousalis and former Pittsburgh Steelers players.

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