NWA GLEAN Program
Reducing food waste.
Fighting food insecurity.
Building community.
Our Mission
At NWA GLEAN, we aim to:
- Efficiently use surplus produce from local farms.
- Reduce food waste.
- Address the nutritional needs of food-insecure populations in Northwest Arkansas.
Benefits to Farmers
Partnering with NWA GLEAN will:
- Reduce food loss.
- Utilize less desirable produce.
- Save time and energy.
- Potentially quality for federal tax deductions.
- Give back to our community in a meaningful way.
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How to Get Started
Let us know
- What produce is available
- The acreage to be gleaned
- Your preferred schedule
Leave the rest to us!
Trained volunteers will harvest the produce, transport it for further processing, and provide any required documentation
Volunteer With Us
Harvest fresh produce at local farms and support food-insecure communities!
Volunteer Perks:
- No experience necessary
- Flexible hours
- Great for individuals, families, and groups
Be part of the change! Contact MDull@uada.edu to sign up today.
Our Partnership with NWA Food Bank
Together, we:
- Nourish communities by turning gleaned produce into meals
- Create shelf-stable, refrigerated, and frozen meals from locally-grown, high-quality food
- Help address food insecurity across Northwest Arkansas
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Join us in making a difference!
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