The Society of St. Andrew - Virginia Office

Mission:
Promoting hunger relief through gleaning and redistribution of fresh produce, engaging volunteers in food rescue operations to provide nutritious food to underserved communities.

Services:

• Coordinating the Virginia Gleaning Network, which involves volunteers entering agricultural fields after harvest to collect leftover edible produce.
• Rescuing and sharing fresh, healthy food with individuals, families, and agencies facing food insecurity.
• Connecting farmers, donors, volunteers, and recipient agencies to facilitate food rescue.
• Organizing volunteer-driven gleaning operations in six local areas within Virginia.
• Providing opportunities for donors to contribute crops and for volunteers to participate in hands-on food rescue efforts.
• Collaborating with agricultural communities to reduce food waste and support local hunger relief.
• Engaging community partners, agencies, and individuals in initiatives that promote food access.
• Promoting awareness through community events, campaigns, and educational resources geared towards food waste reduction.

Eligibility:

No specific eligibility requirements listed; services are open to farmers, volunteers, and agencies requesting food.

Program Details:

The organization operates a nationwide, volunteer-driven gleaning network, specifically targeting Virginia with coordinated activities overseen by regional staff. In 2024, their efforts are quantified by pounds of food gleaned and distributed, servings of fresh food shared, events held for food rescue, and volunteers engaged. The organization actively seeks partnerships and community involvement to expand the reach and impact of their food rescue programs.

Contact Info:

Address: 3383 Sweet Hollow Rd, Big Island, VA 24526-8517
Phone: 434-665-9320
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://endhunger.org/regional-offices/virginia/
Hours: Not specified