Gleaning & Food Preservation Program

Gleaning Program

Our Gleaning Program harvests fresh fruits and vegetables that would otherwise go to waste from farms, orchards, and backyard gardens after the main harvest. Volunteers work together to gather this nutritious food and deliver it to the food bank, where it is shared with neighbors in need.

This program is for…

  • Farmers

  • Gardeners

  • Volunteers

  • Church Groups

  • Community members

  • Local organizations and

  • nonprofits

Benefits of Participating

  • Reduce Waste

  • Clear fields and trees after harvest

  • Support local families with surplus produce

Food Preservation Program

 Our Food Preservation Program helps community members make the most of fresh, local produce. Through hands-on training courses and a shared food preservation equipment library, neighbors can learn practical skills like canning, dehydrating, and freeze-drying while borrowing the tools they need to get started.

What You Can Learn:

  • Canning

  • Dehydrating

  • Freeze Drying

Open to everyone in the community, the program empowers people to..

  • Reduce food waste

  • Stretch their food budgets

  • Enjoy healthy foods year-around

Want To Volunteer?

Community volunteers are the heart of the Puyallup Food Bank’s Gleaning and Food Preservation Program. Volunteers help harvest fresh produce from local farms and gardens and assist in preserving that food so it can nourish families throughout the year.

This is a hands-on way to reduce food waste, learn valuable skills, and make a real difference for neighbors in our community.

Volunteer With Us
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Download A Brochure

You can download a brochure on our Gleaning & Food Preservation Programs using the button below.

Download Our Brochure Here
Download Our Brochure Here

Get Involved

Farmers and gardeners have the power to turn excess produce into something truly meaningful. By welcoming volunteers to glean surplus fruits and vegetables from your land, you help transform food that might otherwise go unused into fresh, nutritious meals for families served by the Puyallup Food Bank.

It’s a simple act that reduces waste, supports neighbors in need, and allows your harvest to nourish the entire community.