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November 12, 2025
The Governor's Annual Turkey Pardon




On Monday, November 10th, with the power vested in me through the Colorado constitution, I pardoned Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, two Colorado-raised turkeys from
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Jodar Farms , saving them from the Thanksgiving dinner table and granting them a full life at
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Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary . I was joined by First Gentleman Marlon Reis, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, Commissioner of Agriculture Kate Greenberg, as well as FFA Colorado State Officers, 4-H Members, and Gold Star families in honor of Veterans Day.


In Colorado, we value freedom, almost as much as these birds do. Thanksgiving brings together family, friends, and loved ones over delicious food, reminding us to be thankful for what we have and give back to our communities. From pumpkins, to meat, potatoes, and breads, local farmers and ranchers work year round to keep delicious and healthy food on our tables during the holiday season and every day. As we gather at our tables I encourage Coloradans to reflect on what we are grateful for and find ways to give back to our community, including supporting our local food banks and pantries.


The two turkeys came from Jodar Farms in Fort Collins, which is known for providing quality products to some of the best restaurants in Fort Collins.
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Jodar Farms provided one of the turkeys pardoned in 2024, Fred. Following the pardon, the two turkeys were transported to Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary where they will live out their lives among other rescued animals. The two turkeys were named after a vote of Coloradans on
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my social media pages . Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid were treated to a night’s stay at the Governor’s Mansion, just as the turkeys that came before them have enjoyed.


The Colorado Department of Agriculture’s seasonal maps of
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farm stands ,
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farmers' markets , and
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other places to find Colorado-grown produce, meats, and other products can help Coloradans
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shop locally this year.


Please click the following link to read my
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Thanksgiving Food Drive at the State Capitol
The event also served as a food drive to support Colorado families facing threats to food access ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The food drive, hosted by the Governor’s Office, will run from November 10-14. Anyone interested in donating and supporting others can bring food to the Governor’s Office at the State Capitol. This is especially important as the federal government withholds critical food access for Coloradans, over half of whom are children. Food donated will be given to the
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Village Exchange Center , who will distribute it to Colorado families.

List of Accepted Food Items:
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1-2 lb bags of rice
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Dried or canned beans (black and pinto are favorites)
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1 lb bags of spaghetti
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24 oz vegetable oil
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Sugar (white and natural cane sugar)
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Bags of ground coffee
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Quart-sized zip-loc bags
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Nonperishable food items
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Toiletries
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Diapers
FIRST GENTLEMAN'S CORNER



First Gentleman Marlon Reis is hosting regular educational events at the Governor’s Mansion. Come learn about water in Colorado, free to the public. Subject matter experts will present on the issue briefly, with time for audience Q&A afterwards.

Upcoming Speaker Series on water in Colorado:

- WHEN: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 - 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- WHERE: The Governor’s Residence at the Boettcher Mansion, 400 E 8th Ave, Denver, CO, 80203
- ABOUT: Join us to learn more about water in our state with Colorado Water Trust.
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EVENTS & NEWS CORNER


SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY:

Although we expect the federal government to reopen later today or tomorrow, supporting our communities is still top of mind.


🍴CPR:
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How to help and get help amid SNAP benefits uncertainty in Colorado


🍴The Dinner Table


Youth on Record (YOR) is turning its attention from the stage to the dinner table. In response to the withholding of SNAP food access due to the federal government shutdown, and the rising costs of feeding families, the Denver-based arts and youth development nonprofit is launching
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The Dinner Table Project , a temporary food campaign that will work to galvanize support from the music community to ensure that local kids, youth, and families have dinner on the table each week through December 2025.

Drop-off Donations: Mondays & Tuesdays, 12:00–4:00 PM
Volunteer Meal Boxing: Tuesdays, 4:00–6:00 PM (
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Location: Youth on Record, 1292 W. 10th Avenue, Denver, CO

🍴Servicios de la Raza: "I Got Your Six" Fundraising Campaign


We can feed a neighbor losing their SNAP benefits for $6/day. Please consider
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chipping in $6 to help feed Coloradans in need for a day.


Servicios is one of the only food pantries in Colorado that specializes in distributing healthy food items that center on culture. The organization has seen lines down the block day-after-day, and unfortunately ran out of food last week during a mobile food event and had to turn away community members. There was just too much need and not enough food.

🍴Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado


Due to the government shutdown, more than 620,000 neighbors in Southern Colorado who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will not receive food access for November. (183,000 in Care and Share’s service area.) As a result, these neighbors will not be able to purchase the groceries they need to provide food for their families. Please consider
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making an emergency donation today to help fill the gap for our neighbors to get access to the food they need.

📰America 250- Colorado 150 Newsletter Sign-Up


As we continue building momentum toward Colorado’s 150th and America’s 250th anniversaries in 2026, we encourage everyone to stay informed and engaged with the latest America 250 - Colorado 150 news, events, and opportunities. This newsletter is designed for a statewide audience; anyone who signs up will receive updates, stories, and ways to participate in the commemoration on the first of each month:
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JOB OPENINGS


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Constituent Services and Correspondence Coordinator

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Press and Community Engagement Coordinator - Office of the Lieutenant Governor

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Senior Policy Advisor for Transportation and Infrastructure

PREVIOUS NEWSLETTERS


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Balanced State Budget & November Updates (November 4)

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Helping Feed the Hungry (October 23)

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (October 13)

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A Message from Governor Polis (September 11)

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Keeping the Broncos in Denver, Colorado (September 10)

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Taking Swift Action to Ensure Easy Access to COVID-19 Vaccines for Coloradans (September 8)












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