Posts Tagged ‘Volunteer’
Gleaners, Kroger asking for food donations during tough times
Originally posted on ClickonDetroit.com 93 Kroger stores participating in food drive Gleaners and Kroger are hoping you can help them feed those in need by donating food during tough times. The two have…
Read MoreKroger Makes Donating Food Easy with January In-store Drives
Harsh winter weather brings many obstacles, from higher utility bills to transportation barriers. Many people in need might have to choose between staying warm or going hungry. Luckily, there is…
Read MoreInliner Solutions, IWPC Host Turkey and Ham Giveaway with Gleaners
On Thursday, November 17, Gleaners received an amazing donation of 500 turkeys and 500 hams from Inland Waters Pollution Control and Inliner Solutions! We are grateful for their generosity so that members of…
Read More5 Ways to Support Gleaners on Hunger Action Day!
Gleaners joins the Feeding America food bank network in observing September as Hunger Action Month®, with Hunger Action Day taking place on Friday, September 23. Hunger is hidden; it exists…
Read MoreExpanding our Capacity to Serve
Originally posted in the 2022 Harvest Edition “Food help in Livingston County.” It was the first time Jacob had ever typed those words into a search engine, after 25 years…
Read MoreIn-person corporate volunteerism could rebound by spring
Originally posted on Crains Corporate volunteerism at area nonprofits is still down substantially from pre-pandemic levels, but local companies are optimistic it will pick up come spring. That’s good news…
Read MoreFord to use autonomous vehicle shuttles to deliver fresh food to seniors in Detroit
Originally posted on Crains Ford Motor Co.’s pilot program will use autonomous shuttles to deliver 10,000 pounds of food. Ford Motor Co. is combining research and philanthropy with a pilot…
Read MoreVolunteers do the impossible at Gleaners Food Bank
Originally posted on Fox 2 It’s not food or logistics, but payroll that can be the biggest expense for food banks. Paying employees can eat into the funds meant to…
Read MoreVolunteers Help Combat Hunger During the Pandemic Crisis
Welcoming back our incredible volunteers! Your support is vital to our mission to feed people and nourish our community.
Read MoreNational Volunteer Week at Gleaners
In honor of National Volunteer Week (April 19-25) Gleaners is celebrating a few of our most dedicated volunteers. Read their stories below and learn about the many ways volunteers help serve our hungry neighbors.
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