OWEGO, NY (WENY) - The Food Bank of the Southern Tier should expect a pretty penny from local donors this November. One local organization has agreed to match a portion of contributions made by the community. 

Upstate Shredding – Weitsman Recycling plans to match local donations made this year to the Food Bank of the Southern Tier during their annual Virtual Turkey Drive. The owner of the family business, Adam Weitsman, pledged to match $10,000 in donations for this Turkey Drive. 

“We have so many people that don't even have food, water, and shelter,” Weitsman said. “I think it's just so important that people, especially around the holidays, have a nice meal, have time with their families, and I just thought this would help spur out other people.” 

Visit the Food Bank of the Southern Tier’s website here for more ways to donate to the 2021 Turkey Drive.