Help Feed Those In Need (Oak Park, CA)

Help Feed Those In Need

Forgotten Harvest Warehouse Re-Pack Location 21800 Greenfield Road Oak Park MI 48237 Count on a three hour memorable volunteer experience Volunteers are needed to re-pack fresh nutritious food destined for the table of those in need. Great for corporate groups church s organizations families individuals and all We take groups of up to 50. SHIFTS M-F -9 AM - Noon 1 PM - 4 PM and 4 30 PM-7 30 PM Saturday s - 10 AM - 1 PM 1 PM - 4 PM and 4 30 PM - 7 30 PM Harvest Get your work clothes on slather on the sunscreen and get ready for a day at the farm After a successful pilot program in which we farmed 37 acres and generated 440 000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables we are expanding our farming initiative. Thanks to a generous donor we will be farming near northwest Oakland County. If you are interested in getting a little dirty learning about growing healthy food and up for a good workout we have an opportunity for you. Activities on the farm will include weeding harvesting and miscellaneous maintenance around the barns. Volunteer opportunities run from May to October. We meet on Saturdays and some week days from 9 00 a.m. 1 00p.m. Individuals families and groups are welcome. Volunteers under age 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather and bring plenty of water because we work rain or shine. Please consider sharing a ride as parking may be limited. Our farm is located at Ore Creek Farm 9153 Major Road Deerfield Township MI (U.S. 23 and Center Roads) Register today Individuals can register on-line at forgottenharvest.org or contact Volunteer Manager Marci Fitch at 248-967-1500 x 125 or mfitch(at)forgottenharvest.org. Groups must register through the Volunteer Manager.