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Friday, November 29, 2019

Franklin Turkey Trot raises $20,000 for Franklin Food Pantry on Thanksgiving morning

"The Turkey Trot this morning was amazing. We had almost 900 participants register and the race raised approx. $20,000 plus 2,000 pounds of nonperishable donations for the Franklin Food Pantry!!
We are truly thankful for the support of our community and for your continued sponsorship helping make this race happen each year!"

Happy Holidays!!


Krystal Whitmore
Race Director
www.franklinturkeytrot.org


The race results can be found online  https://my.raceresult.com/143614/
The rain did not stop 599 runners and walkers who completed the course in time to see the sun shine!

And they're off! (Scott Mason photo)
And they're off! (Scott Mason photo)

in the pack waiting for the start
in the pack waiting for the start

part of the 2,000 pounds gathered for the Franklin Food Pantry
part of the 2,000 pounds gathered for the Franklin Food Pantry

several real turkeys were in the race neighborhood

For more about the Franklin Food Pantry, visit their web page
https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/  where they do accept financial donations securely online

Franklin Matters is proud to be a sponsor of this event.
 

Friday, November 22, 2019

Reminder: Help the Franklin Turkey Trot support the Franklin Food Pantry

Franklin Turkey Trot Registration is OPEN and waiting for you! Running or walking (I will be walking) gives you a worthy excuse to have that extra piece of pie later Thanksgiving Day.

Please visit www.franklinturkeytrot.org for race information and registration.

If you have any questions, please email franklinturkeytrot@gmail.com.

See you at the race! If you can't run or walk, you can donate to the Franklin Food Pantry online at  https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/

Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open
Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open

Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Help the Franklin Turkey Trot support the Franklin Food Pantry

Franklin Turkey Trot Registration is OPEN and waiting for you! Running or walking (I will be walking) gives you a worthy excuse to have that extra piece of pie later Thanksgiving Day.

Please visit www.franklinturkeytrot.org for race information and registration.

If you have any questions, please email franklinturkeytrot@gmail.com.

See you at the race! If you can't run or walk, you can donate to the Franklin Food Pantry online at  https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/

Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open
Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open

Thursday, November 7, 2019

Franklin Food Pantry: Season of Gratitude and Giving

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Franklin Food Pantry  


  
Newsletter
Fall 2019
Season of Gratitude and Giving  

Relieving hunger. Nourishing lives.


Letter from Lynn

As I wrap up my first 3 months at the Franklin Food Pantry, I have so much to reflect on, but what stands out to me the most is the welcome and support that I have found within the Franklin community. It's clear to me that the Franklin community recognizes the importance of the Food Pantry.

Many Americans are just one job loss or medical crisis away from food insecurity. The Franklin Food Pantry knows this and is here when someone needs us - whether it is for a short time due to a life circumstance, or if it is on an ongoing basis. 

We believe that no one should go hungry or need to worry about where their next meal will come from. I am grateful to be working with such an amazing team of staff and volunteers, as well as a supportive community, that believes in supporting their friends and neighbors. 

Since January 1, 2019, 119 volunteers have shared over 4,000 hours of their time with us! During this same period, we have distributed 1,308 backpacks to Franklin elementary school children, we have served 467 households representing 1,034 individuals: 164 seniors, 604 adults, and 266 children. 

While food insecurity is an ongoing issue for our town, our state, and our country, the people of Franklin should feel proud to know that they are part of the solution. 


There are many ways for you to get involved - run with us on Thanksgiving morning, volunteer as a Food Elf (or support one with a donation!), make a financial contribution, shop through AmazonSmile and share our social media posts.  We appreciate the support the community has shown us, and we could not do it without you.

If you have questions or would like to get more involved with us, please feel free to reach out to me. My door is always open, and I always have an empty seat available at my table to sit down and chat.

With Appreciation,
Lynn Calling
Executive Director








Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Fun Run
There's still time to sign up! 
http://www.franklinturkeytrot.org/

Don't miss out on this fun family tradition for a great cause on Thanksgiving morning. Grab your turkey hats and your running shoes and bring your friends, family and co-workers. You'll be home in time for your turkey dinner with a full heart and ready for a full belly. The race is open to runners and walkers of all ages.

You can register online here or at the Race location on Wednesday November 27 from 7-9 pm or Morning of Race from 6:30 am to 7:30 am.
http://www.franklinturkeytrot.org/

The race begins at 8 am Thursday, November 28 at 91 Jordan Road, Franklin, MA. Thank you for coming out to support the Pantry and Happy Thanksgiving!

Special thanks to our race organizer Krystal Whitmore and to all of our race sponsors*:

Platinum sponsors: Starr and Glick Orthodontics

Gold sponsors: Capstan Atlantic
Zagg

Silver: 
Benchmark at Forge Hill Senior Living
The Donahues
Franklin Glass Company
Franklin Matters
Middlesex Savings Bank
Rosado and Sons
Simon's Furniture

Friends:
Bradosky Family
Byerly Family
Campbell Family
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Hilltop Auto
Lobo Family
McNulty Family
Terrazza
Truscott Family
Vendetti Motors
*as of October 29, 2019



If you'd like to be sponsor contact Kim Cooper at kcooper@franklinfoodpantry.org

Franklin Food Pantry       www.franklinfoodpantry.org 

Our facility is generously donated by Rockland Trust.
We are located at 43 West Central Street, Franklin MA,
on Route 140 in the Rockland Trust parking lot, 
across the street from the fire station.

Rockland Trust.

Saturday, September 14, 2019

Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open

Franklin Turkey Trot Registration is OPEN! 

Please visit www.franklinturkeytrot.org for race information and registration.

Free t-shirts will be given to the first 150 participants to REGISTER online. After the free shirts are gone, shirts will be available for purchase for $10 until November 1st.

If you have any questions, please email franklinturkeytrot@gmail.com.

See you at the race!

Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open
Franklin TURKEY TROT Registration Open

Friday, November 23, 2018

In the News: hotel proposal looking for exception; Turkey Trot moved to Saturday

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"Representatives from Foursquare Development LLC came to a public hearing on Monday to hear input about their newest project, the Home2 Suites Hilton Hotel on 725 Union St. 
The 92,000-square-foot undeveloped property is located directly behind Joe’s American Bar & Grill. This would be the third Hilton Hotel in Franklin. The idea for the hotel is to accommodate extended-stay hotel visits. 
Developers are seeking two special permits from the town. One is seeking to change the lot’s usage to accommodate hotels, and the other is to make sure that the hotel can be built up to 50 feet. The building is designed to have four stories and 100 rooms available. 
There will be no restaurant or bar in the proposed hotel."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181122/proposed-hotel-discussed-at-franklin-hearing



Because of the extreme cold weather on Thursday, the Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Fun Run was moved to Saturday, Nov. 24. The event takes off at 8 a.m. from, and ends at, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Jordan Road.

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181122/franklin-turkey-trot-5k-to-benefit-food-pantry---on-saturday

For more info on the race, visit the web page  www.franklinturkeytrot.org

Franklin Turkey Trot rescheduled to Saturday, Nov 24
Franklin Turkey Trot rescheduled to Saturday, Nov 24

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

In the blink of an eye




Franklin Food Pantry  


  
   Holiday Edition 2018
In the blink of an eye  

 Thankful for you.

  
Dear Friends,
In the blink of an eye, it will all be over. The harried pace of the next few weeks will roll into a post-holiday calm that will be welcomed by many of us. We, at the Pantry, will take pause and look back at all that we have accomplished, thankful to our generous community of supporters who made it all possible.

Many nonprofit organizations appeal to their donors for support during the holiday season and encourage end-of-year giving. We are no different. We offer a variety of ways to engage our supporters to capture the spirit of giving that abounds this time of year. The gifts that are made now will help us get through the leaner months ahead, when giving subsides and food drives are less frequent.

There are so many ways you can support the Pantry. However you choose, we are grateful.

When the season of giving ends, the need continues. Your gifts now will help us care for the 1,000 individuals who count on us long after the holidays are over. 

Franklin Food Pantry
THANK YOU for your support, however you choose to help the Pantry. Wishing you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving!  


Warmly,

Erin 


Franklin Food Pantry       www.franklinfoodpantry.org

Our facility is generously donated by Rockland Trust.
We are located at 43 West Central Street, Franklin, MA,
on Route 140 in the Rockland Trust parking lot, 
across the street from the fire station.

Rockland Trust 

Franklin Food Pantry, 43 West Central Street, PO Box 116, Franklin, MA 02038

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Tuesday, November 20, 2018

Franklin Turkey Trot Rescheduled to Saturday, Nov 24

Due to freezing weather conditions, we are rescheduling the Franklin Turkey Trot to this Saturday, November 24th. The race will start at 8:00 AM.

Unfortunately, entry fees and shirt purchases cannot be refunded. All proceeds from the race will go to the Franklin Food Pantry; we appreciate your generosity and understanding.

We will STILL have bib pickup, registration, and free sunglasses on Wednesday, November 21st.


RACE REMINDERS:

NO DOGS ON THE COURSE - Our race insurance does not allow for animals on the course. Please don't bring them as we will pull you out of the race.

REGISTRATION AND BIB PICK-UP
Avoid long lines on Thanksgiving morning and pick-up bibs, free sunglasses, etc. at 91 Jordan Road, Franklin on Wednesday night. Pickup times:

-WEDNESDAY NIGHT - 7 - 9:00 pm
-SATURDAY morning - 6:30 - 7:40 am

RACE START
8:00 am! The race will start on time. We encourage you to pick-up your bib Wednesday night to avoid lines.

Race Day Parking
No parking on Jordan Road! Again, No parking on Jordan Road! If the church parking lot is full, please park across the street in new neighborhood or down the street on Pearly Lane or Burning Tree Road. We will have a van circling those streets offering rides until 7:45 am.

Race Map
To view the race course map:  www.franklinturkeytrot.org

Awards
Awards will be given to the top three places in each age category. Gift certificates will be given to the best overall places.

Free Raffle Items
We will be having a free raffle at the end of the race after the awards ceremony.

Free Breakfast
Breakfast items are available in the gym throughout the race. These items include muffins, bagels, fruit slices and beverages.

Expiration Dates
Please check the expiration dates on your donations; the food pantry has to throw away ALL expired donations.

Dress Warm  
It looks like it will be a chilly morning!

Franklin Turkey Trot rescheduled to Saturday, Nov 24
Franklin Turkey Trot rescheduled to Saturday, Nov 24

Wednesday, November 7, 2018

Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Run - Nov 22 - 8:00 AM

Run Now Gobble Later at the Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Run on Thanksgiving morning at 8 AM. 

All race proceeds go to the Franklin Food Pantry! Last year the race raised over $17,000!! 

Free breakfast items, free raffle and awards at the end of the race.

Register Online (preferable)
http://www.franklinturkeytrot.org/

Wednesday Night from 7-9 PM 
or Morning of Race starting at 7 AM


Cost: $20 or 20 nonperishable food items
T-shirts: To first 150 registered online
Awards: Top 3 finishers in each age category
Bib Pickup: Wednesday Night from 7-9 PM or Morning of Race starting at 7 AM
Dogs: Dogs are NOT permitted on the race course during the race


Franklin Turkey Trot Registration OPEN
Franklin Turkey Trot Registration OPEN

Thursday, October 25, 2018

Franklin Turkey Trot Helps Feed Local Families in Need - Nov 22

For the hundreds who will come out on Thanksgiving morning for the Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Fun Run, the motto is “Run now, gobble later!” When families gather together for their traditional feast after the event, there will be many more grateful for the bounty that results from the race. The registration fee of $20, or 20 nonperishable goods, goes directly to the Franklin Food Pantry, keeping donations local to help feed those in need.

The event begins and ends at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS Church) at 91 Jordan Road in Franklin. The race, open to runners and walkers of all ages, attracts experienced runners as well as families who want to get out and exercise together before their traditional holiday get-together. A professional race organizer officially records timing, pace and rankings for each runner.

Registration is now open for this year’s event on November 22
Registration is now open for this year’s event on November 22
(Photo courtesy of Gloria Meredith Photography)
“Thanksgiving is truly a time to be grateful for the many blessings we have,” said Erin Lynch, executive director for the Franklin Food Pantry. “But it is also an occasion to think of others who are struggling to put food on their tables. The Franklin Turkey Trot rallies our community to give back and help protect others from the threat of hunger. The nearly 1,000 individuals we serve are grateful to our community for coming out to support us.”

The November 22 race will begin at 8 a.m. Registration can be done online at franklinturkeytrot.org; at the LDS Church from 7 – 9 p.m. the Wednesday before the race; or the morning of the race from 7 – 8 a.m. Official race t-shirts can be purchased online for $10 for those who register by November 2.

The Pavao family walked last year to support the Franklin Food Pantry in this festive holiday tradition. Photo courtesy of Gloria Meredith Photography.
The Pavao family walked last year to support the
Franklin Food Pantry in this festive holiday tradition.
(Photo courtesy of Gloria Meredith Photography.)
The registration fee of $20 is preferred as it allows the Pantry to “stretch our budget for leaner times,” said Lynch. “Our capacity to store the donated goods is extremely limited this time of year.” If participants prefer to donate goods, Lynch said they can check the list of current needs on the Pantry’s website at franklinfoodpantry.org.

Lynch is grateful for the hard work of Race Director Krystal Whitmore who volunteers her time and energy to coordinating this traditional event. “We are fortunate to have an incredibly hard-working group of volunteers, led by Krystal, who make this event possible,” said Lynch. “Krystal organizes church members, high school students, and her own family members to volunteer. The amount of work involved is amazing. We could not do this without them.”

For more information, call 508-520-9864 or email franklinturkeytrot@gmail.com.



Monday, October 22, 2018

Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Run - Nov 22

Run Now Gobble Later at the Franklin Turkey Trot 5K Family Run on Thanksgiving morning, November 22 at 8 AM. 

All race proceeds go to the Franklin Food Pantry! Last year the race raised over $17,000!! 

Free breakfast items, free raffle and awards at the end of the race.


Registration: 


Register Online (preferable)
http://www.franklinturkeytrot.org/

Wednesday Night from 7-9 PM 
or Morning of Race starting at 7 AM


Cost: $20 or 20 nonperishable food items
T-shirts: To first 150 registered online
Awards: Top 3 finishers in each age category
Bib Pickup: Wednesday Night from 7-9 PM or Morning of Race starting at 7 AM
Dogs: Dogs are NOT permitted on the race course during the race


Franklin Turkey Trot Registration OPEN
Franklin Turkey Trot Registration OPEN