GleanKY Values…

GleanKY Values…

For those of you who have known GleanKY for years, what GleanKY values may be obvious. Our volunteers, staff, and board members have always embraced respect, inclusiveness, and empathy. You many have even noticed our gleaning “mottos” lining the bottom of...
Coming to a County Near You!

Coming to a County Near You!

GleanKY has experienced tremendous growth in its 5 years of existence due to our many generous donors and volunteers. Word has spread, and people around the commonwealth have taken an interest in bringing GleanKY’s work to their county.  In 2014, gleaning began...
Highlights from Burgers & Beats 2015

Highlights from Burgers & Beats 2015

The clouds parted and a great time was had by all. This year’s Burgers & Beats fundraiser was a wonderful success filled with sunshine, jazz music, ice cream, and great conversation.   Highlights included: Delicious burgers prepared by Chef Ouita Michel...
Chapter Spotlight: Franklin County

Chapter Spotlight: Franklin County

  Last year, the Franklin County ecumenical community learned about the wonderful work accomplished by GleanKY.  We became involved and gleaned over 6,300 pounds of produce for Franklin County’s poor and hungry.   As a result of gleaning this season, it felt...
Our Biggest Event Yet!

Our Biggest Event Yet!

In 2013, GleanKY launched its first fundraising event. Knowing that GleanKY’s unique strength lay within its partnerships, Burgers & Beats was born: a picnic-style event that brought together the food of Chef Ouita Michel’s crew, the music of a local band, and the...

This is What 5 Tons of Food Looks Like

February 19th was a day for the GleanKY history books. On the coldest day of the year, eight dedicated GleanKY volunteers hauled 430 cases of pantry staples from Whole Foods Market in Lexington Green to their temporary home at Embrace United Methodist Church in North...