by Stephanie Wooten | Oct 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
October 1st marked my fifth anniversary with GleanKY. As I reflect on this milestone, I’m overwhelmed with memories of people working so incredibly hard for our mission. From everyone who has served on our board, to all of the staff members I’ve been...
by Bekah Worster | Oct 4, 2019 | Uncategorized
On October 20, GleanKY and Thrivent Financial are partnering for a Day at the Orchard at Eckerts in Woodford County. GleanKY supporters are invited to attend but must RSVP. We asked Shelby, of Thrivent, a few questions below. The link to RSVP and to learn more about...
by Bekah Worster | Sep 10, 2019 | Uncategorized
The season of giving is right around the corner and one of the top events that kicks off our year end campaign is the Thoroughbred Classic. GleanKY has been beneficiary for the annual 5K for three years to raise money for our mission, as well as several other worthy...
by Stephanie Wooten | Sep 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
We are so excited to partner with WKYT to highlight the work we do across Central Kentucky. In August, we showcased our partnership with Eckert’s Orchard and the Food Pantry of Woodford County. Weekly, Eckert’s sets aside their surplus and imperfect...
by Stephanie Wooten | Aug 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
Every Wednesday in July, I set up shop in a different city in Central Kentucky and got to know what gleaning means to communities across the region. I met new people, reconnected with others and thought a lot about how to lead a regional organization. I had such a...
by Ben Southworth | Jul 9, 2019 | Donations, Eat Local, Farmers Markets, Gleaning, Hunger, Neighborhood Ambassador, Partner, Recipient Hightlight, Supporter, Uncategorized, Volunteer
This time of year, you’ll hear us talking a lot about it being our ‘peak season’ – the time when we’re out gleaning at our highest capacity. It’s when we start getting calls from farms, orchards, and home gardeners, and when even...
