Harvest Hands, located in St. Thomas, Ontario, is a food rescue and distribution organization dedicated to reducing food waste and helping individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. By rescuing surplus food and redistributing it to communities in need, Harvest Hands is making a meaningful difference across Southwestern Ontario.

Kim Good from Strong Roots recently chose to support Harvest Hands through a donation and volunteer experience, contributing to the organization’s mission of ensuring that good food does not go to waste while so many Canadians face food insecurity.

Since its humble beginnings in a church gym in 2020, Harvest Hands has grown into a warehouse facility spanning over 20,000 square feet. To date, the organization has rescued more than $65.4 million worth of fresh and frozen produce, dairy products, meat, baked goods, and other essential food items. With the help of over 275 volunteers each week, Harvest Hands distributes rescued food through more than 400 partner agencies, including food banks, shelters, soup kitchens, churches, and community outreach programs.

During her volunteer day, Kim had the opportunity to tour the warehouse, help repackage a large quantity of red lentil pasta into smaller portions for distribution, and meet with the organization’s founder to learn about the inspiring story behind Harvest Hands and how it all began. She also experienced the welcoming environment created by the volunteers, who prepare a shared meal each day for everyone helping on-site.

We are proud to recognize Kim’s commitment to giving back and supporting an organization that is making such a positive impact in our communities. Her involvement highlights the importance of lending a helping hand and supporting initiatives that make a difference in the lives of others.

To learn more about Harvest Hands and how you can get involved, visit www.harvesthands.ca.