Fields to Families announced today that its volunteers have coordinated the distribution of 19,383 pounds of fresh produce to recipient nonprofit agencies since the beginning of the year! And when more than 250,000 Lowcountry residents have a high risk of going hungry—with one of every four children at risk for hunger and malnutrition—every pound counts.

Field to Families is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that helps increase nutrition to the area’s hungry by coordinating distribution of fresh produce obtained from local gardens and farms. The produce is provided in the tri-county area without cost to eligible recipients through partner agencies that facilitate the distribution.

Although local farmers generously donate their produce, volunteers are often needed to glean the produce from the fields. Without the help of volunteers, the produce would not be available for those unable to provide fresh vegetables for themselves. In fact, the produce could just rot in the fields. Volunteering is a great way to feed the hungry AND prevent the waste of delicious locally-grown produce.

To sign up for ongoing gleaning opportunities or to support Fields to Families, contact info@fieldstofamilies.org or visit the organization’s new website www.fieldstofamilies.org.

Previously on Go Green:

• Connecting the Haves & Have-Nots