Harvest for Hunger

Home gardeners, farmers, businesses, schools, and civic groups… you can make a difference!

What would your summer be like without the tastes of sweet corn-on-the-cob, crisp green beans or juicy melon? Help make the tastes of summer a reality for all Mainers by joining other farmers and gardeners who are donating fresh fruits and vegetables to Maine Harvest for Hunger.

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Maine Harvest for Hunger Statewide Yearly Totals Since Inception

Infographic showing statewide donations in pounds from the year 2000 through 2024, titled “Maine Harvest for Hunger Statewide Yearly Totals Since Inception.” Text within infographic reads “We are now over 4,098,000 pounds! ,” 2024 Total: 258,731, Total Since Inception: 4,098,872.” Follow the link below graphic, “View the Totals,” for year-by-year totals. – UMaine Extension graphic

In 2024, 318 MHH volunteers grew, gleaned, and distributed 258,731 pounds of produce, valued at $509,700 to 408 food security agencies located throughout the state. We partnered with 112 farms and community gardens on these efforts.

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Master Gardener Volunteers with fresh produce gleaned from at Spiller Farm in Wells, Maine.

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For more information about Maine Harvest for Hunger, contact your county Extension office or email us: extension.harvestforhunger@maine.edu.