Impact Stories
Barbara began volunteering in 2009, drawn to Gleaners through personal relationships and a desire to stay engaged after stepping away from full‑time work. With a background in restaurant management and years of…
Volunteers are the foundation of Shared Harvest Pantry and a vital part of how Gleaners helps move Livingston County closer to food security. At our recent Livingston Volunteer Appreciation event,…
At Fresh!, volunteers are at the heart of creating a welcoming, grocery‑store‑style experience for neighbors facing hunger. From stocking shelves to quality checks and curbside support, each volunteer plays a role in…
In 2025, Fresh! by Gleaners officially began serving guests in Macomb and Wayne counties. This free neighborhood produce and dairy market is designed to make fresh, nutritious food more accessible…
Gleaners’ Partner Agency Network is made up of hundreds of community partners, including shelters, soup kitchens, and food pantries, who host their own programs serving the needs of their unique…
Every day at Gleaners’ South Campus, compassion turns into action thanks to the volunteers who show up ready to serve. Whether they’re packing food boxes, sorting produce, re-packing cereal, or…
March Matchness is Gleaners’ annual three-week food and fund drive challenge running alongside the NCAA Men’s March Madness Tournament. Running from March 9–27, this year’s competition showcased the power of…
Nearly half a century into Gleaners’ work, we remain focused on our core purpose: feeding people and nourishing lives. Food banks have long been called to the frontlines when communities…
Fresh Market at Western International High School is a Gleaners Community Mobile food distribution run by dedicated volunteers who help provide fresh food, hope, dignity, and connection for hundreds of families each week. Serving nearly 900 families every week, Fresh…
For Kimberley and her family, giving back has always been a part of life. She and her sister often volunteered with their mother at St. Vincent de Paul, one of…
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