Charlies Acres

"Adopt" a Rescued Turkey at Charlie's Acres


Take your $35 (the average cost of a 'turkey dinner' in the US) and make a one-time donation to fund the care of one of Charlie's Acres' rescued turkeys instead. We'll send you a card (featuring the photo and story of your new feathered family member), a digital version perfect for sharing, and a limited-edition sticker by @woollybeartravels as a thank you!

Charlies Acres

"Adopt" a Rescued Turkey at Charlie's Acres

Take your $35 (the average cost of a 'turkey dinner' in the US) and make a one-time donation to fund the care of one of Charlie's Acres' rescued turkeys instead. We'll send you a card (featuring the photo and story of your new feathered family member), a digital version perfect for sharing, and a limited-edition sticker by @woollybeartravels as a thank you!

Scroll through the photos to learn more about our turkey residents and choose one to symbolically adopt!

Franklin: The Charismatic Performer
Franklin: The Charismatic Performer

Franklin is a heritage turkey who came from a small farming operation, originally intended to become someone’s Thanksgiving meal. Thankfully, in 2019, he was rescued by a compassionate family who, instead of eating a turkey for Thanksgiving, chose to save one. A gentle tom, Franklin loves to strut around and show off his handsome plumage. If you speak to him in an admiring tone, Franklin will quickly take a liking to you!

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Sapphire: The Bling Queen
Sapphire: The Bling Queen

Sapphire and her best friend, Mei Li, were rescued from a large industrial farm, where they endured harsh conditions. Near the brink of slaughter, they were saved in 2018 when the farm released 100 turkeys to actor and animal rights activist James Cromwell as an act of a "Thanksgiving mercy." Sapphire is a friendly, sassy queen who loves to jump up on your shoulders when you're crouching down to claim you as her throne. She has a keen eye for shiny jewelry, and eagerly investigates rings and bracelets worn by her human visitors.

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Mei Li: The Fashion Critic
Mei Li: The Fashion Critic

Mei Li and her best friend, Sapphire, were rescued from a large industrial farm, where they endured harsh conditions. Near the brink of slaughter, they were saved in 2018 when the farm released 100 turkeys to actor and animal rights activist James Cromwell as an act of a "Thanksgiving mercy." While Mei Li is snuggly with her favorite humans, she's confident in asserting her boundaries, especially when you make a fashion choice she doesn't approve of; make sure you avoid wearing tan pants or white sneakers in her presence!

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Tim: The Loyal Friend
Tim: The Loyal Friend

We first found Tim being given away on Craigslist. To spare him from the fate of ending up on someone’s dinner table, we brought him to live at Charlie’s Acres. Although he initially had a hard time finding another animal who would accept his big personality, he found an unexpected friendship in Seymour the rooster, who gave Tim a chance and helped bring out his softer side. Thanks to Seymour, Tim has also bonded with a variety of other animals, including sheep, a pig, and a chicken, and serves as the self-appointed protector of our Misfit Barn. We're thrilled that Tim has finally found a place where he belongs.

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Sticker Featuring our Rescued Turkey Residents!
Sticker Featuring our Rescued Turkey Residents!

With each turkey adoption, enjoy this sticker with a stunning design created by Melisa Beveridge of Woolly Bear Travels. Featured are Mei Li, Sapphire, Tim, Franklin, and the late and great Hombre.

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  • Franklin: The Charismatic Performer
  • Sapphire: The Bling Queen
  • Mei Li: The Fashion Critic
  • Tim: The Loyal Friend
  • Sticker Featuring our Rescued Turkey Residents!
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