TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - As Thanksgiving approaches, one former Big Bend educator is working to make sure families in need have a holiday feast.

Former teacher Kelly Vinson is organizing the third annual Blessing Basket drive, collecting baskets filled with everything needed for a traditional Thanksgiving meal, from side dishes and drinks to desserts and gift cards for turkey and dairy items.

“Some of our kids have not experienced a Thanksgiving feast,” Vinson said.

Last year, Vinson’s effort provided about 80 baskets for families at six local elementary schools. She worked with guidance counselors to identify families in need. This year, she’s expanding the project to serve families at all elementary schools in Leon County, aiming to collect 280 baskets.

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