Philly Radio: WMGK Turkey Drops Collects Almost 13K Birds

Beasley Media Group has announced WMGK 102.9 FM’s 2017 John DeBella Turkey Drop collected more than 12,800 turkeys and donations to benefit needy families and individuals across Philadelphia during the holiday season.

The annual event is the largest one day food gathering event of the year. The 2017 total from this year’s event far exceeds the amount collected from previous collections.

On Tuesday, November 21, John DeBella broadcast live from outside of The Kimmel Center (300 South Broad Street, Philadelphia). In addition, the remainder of the WMGK-FM on-air staff could be found lending a helping hand at nine other collection sites located throughout the area.

Proceeds from the DeBella Turkey Drop benefited Cityteam Philadelphia, a non-profit organization which provides food and services year round to less fortunate individuals, families, shelters and agencies in the local community.

A variety of local and national celebrities supported the event, including Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney, who made a special appearance at DeBella’s Kimmel Center broadcast. While there, he urged listeners to make an on-site or online donation to the Turkey Drop.

In addition, legendary Philadelphia Phillies pitcher, Tommy Greene filled up a truck with turkeys and made a large donation on behalf of the team. He and The Phillie Phanatic also spent time loading turkeys that listeners dropped off into the large collection truck parked in front of Kimmel Center.
This year's efforts included two extremely generous donations at City Team Philadelphia headquarters. Parx Casino’s truck delivered $10,000 worth of turkeys and Giant Food Stores donated $10,000 as well.

“I have never been prouder or more grateful to the people of this city and the listeners of our station,” said.