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Settling in to the New Role

Settling in to the New Role

by Ben Southworth | Aug 26, 2022 | Board of Directors, Fundraising, Gleaning, Hunger, In the News, Networking, Partner, Supporter, Volunteer

I’m glad to write this as I settle into my role as Glean Kentucky’s new Executive Director. I’ve been with Glean Kentucky since 2016, when I started as the organization’s first full-time Development Director, and then transitioned in 2018 to...
Burgers and Beats is Returning September 25

Burgers and Beats is Returning September 25

by Bekah Worster | Aug 12, 2022 | Community Event, Fundraising, Networking, Supporter, Uncategorized, Volunteer

Glean Kentucky is proud to announce the return of Burgers and Beats, presented by Baldwin CPAs. The event will take place at the West Sixth Farm in Frankfort, Ky on September 25, 2022. Headlining the event is the Bent Penny Band. The family friendly event will have...
Glean Kentucky at the Pirate Party!

Glean Kentucky at the Pirate Party!

by Jerilyn Bristow | Jun 15, 2022 | Community Event, Donations, Education, Fundraising, In the News, Networking, Volunteer

Last Thursday was a busy one! I knew my plan was a little crazy, but I really wanted to attend this event on behalf of Glean Kentucky.  The day started very early picking up produce.  My goal was to be able to pick up from all 4 retail stores before I had to be at the...
Run With GleanKY this Month!

Run With GleanKY this Month!

by Ben Southworth | Nov 7, 2018 | Community Event, Donations, Fundraising

For the second-straight year, GleanKY is fortunate to be a beneficiary of not one, but two fantastic Thanksgiving-time races! Both are well-organized, fun races, and offer a great variety of challenges to those who love to get out and run!   The Gobbler...
Get Ready for the Challenge! Good Giving Challenge that is…

Get Ready for the Challenge! Good Giving Challenge that is…

by Bekah Worster | Nov 6, 2018 | Fundraising, Good Giving Guide Challenge, Uncategorized

    GleanKY is in the Good Giving Challenge again!   When I started this job, everyone involved in the organization told me Good Giving Challenge was a big deal. I knew from previous jobs that it was a great way to support your favorite charities. I...
Giving Thanks at the Glean League Appreciation Dinner

Giving Thanks at the Glean League Appreciation Dinner

by Bekah Worster | Jun 11, 2018 | Fundraising, Gleaning, Supporter, Uncategorized, Volunteer

Hey everyone!   You may have heard of Glean League. If you follow our blog or social media, there have been mentions of our Glean League and asks for people to join. So what is it exactly? Glean League is a monthly donor membership. It is an investment in our...
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Volunteer Spotlight: Ned Wertz

Volunteer Spotlight: Ned Wertz

by Madison McRill | Mar 30, 2023

Everyone, meet Ned Wertz!  Ned is one of our amazing volunteers in Central Kentucky and has been a consistent gleaner since 2021. In 2022, he redistributed almost 2,500 lbs of produce to feeding programs in Lexington.  Ned was initially inspired to fight food...

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McBrayer PLLC is Committed to Reducing Food Waste and Hunger in the Commonwealth

by Bekah Worster | Mar 19, 2023

  McBrayer PLLC is Committed to Reducing Food Waste  and Hunger in the Commonwealth LEXINGTON, KY – McBrayer PLLC has committed $10,000 in fighting food waste and food insecurity in the Bluegrass. The firm has partnered with Glean Kentucky for its fourth year as...

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New North Central KY Field Coordinator

New North Central KY Field Coordinator

by Kelsey Voit | Dec 19, 2022

Image Description: A young white human wearing a wide brimmed straw hat proudly holds just-harvested sweet potatoes over their head. Hey, folks! I’m excited to share that I will be working with Glean Kentucky as the new North Central KY Field Coordinator. I’ve been...

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Our Work With Feeding EKY

Our Work With Feeding EKY

by Madison McRill | Nov 28, 2022

This fall, Glean Kentucky had the opportunity to head out to Reed Valley Orchard to collect windfall apples. Despite being a tough season for open-air farming around Kentucky, we gleaned over 7,000 pounds of apples from August to October.

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Program Director Update

Program Director Update

by Jim Earley | Nov 28, 2022

As we move from fall into winter, the staff here at Glean Kentucky is in the midst of many positive changes.  As you may have read above, Gaby Gonzalez has come on as our Development Assistant, which we are all very excited about.  Gaby is the second former Americorps...

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Meet Gaby Gonzalez!

Meet Gaby Gonzalez!

by Bekah Worster | Nov 28, 2022

My name is Gaby Gonzalez and I’m thrilled to welcome you to my first official post as Glean
Kentucky’s new development assistant! To give you some background on me, I’ve actually been with Glean Kentucky for about a year now. I first started with the organization in November of 2021

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