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Dear Gleaner Family,
We are writing to you with heavy hearts as we witness major attacks on our communities. This past week has brought fear, confusion and uncertainty for all of us, but particularly for the most vulnerable people in our society.
As we look to an unclear future filled with instability and challenges, we are clear on one thing - Boston Area Gleaners is more committed to our mission than ever. We are doubling down on our programs that support family-owned farms, our network of partner food pantries and above all the human beings struggling with the unnecessary challenges of finding enough healthy food.
Our mission is rooted in equity, compassion, empathy, acceptance and love. It is through these values that we will unabashedly continue our work.
It has been said that, “actions speak louder than words” and we must not forget the symbolism of our actions. The simple activity of gleaning is much more than putting surplus vegetables in a box. It represents the power of a community of people choosing to work for the betterment of society, the acknowledgement of economic inequities, the compassion and willingness to help one another, and resilience in the form of quiet activism. Through it we find solace in our very own grassroots community of resistance.
We are forever grateful to our community of volunteers, donors and partners who have built this organization over the past 20 years. We could not do this work without you!
Our team dedicated to continuing our work and adapting as needed to ensure that no matter what external forces we are facing, we will continue to provide everyone with dignified access to fresh, healthy food. While each day brings a new challenge, we are prepared to face those challenges and continue the critical work that you have entrusted us with. We will never stop working to make the world a better place!
As always, we are deeply appreciative of our Gleaner Family - our collective commitment to making sure that we are caring for our community has never been more important.
Let’s get back to work filling banana boxes! Roll up your sleeves and join us!
With Gratitude,
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