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Neighbors Serving Neighbors

Left to Right: Debbie Johnson (Volunteer), Logan Ford (Director of ACTS), Linda McCollum (Volunteer) At ACTS of Aiken (Area Churches Together Serving), compassion looks like action. For 39 years, this network of more than 70 churches has been a cornerstone of care, meeting essential needs through food, clothing, transportation, and emergency assistance. But when the government shutdown disrupted SNAP benefits this fall, ACTS faced a new challenge as families who had never needed help before were suddenly at their door. “We started getting calls and emails even before the shutdown began,” said Logan Ford, Executive Director of [...]

Neighbors Serving Neighbors2025-12-14T01:47:00+00:00

A Transformational Gift and a Record Year for It’s Spooky to Be Hungry®

This year, our community came together with extraordinary generosity to make It’s Spooky to Be Hungry® one of the most impactful campaigns in its 33-year history. From businesses and schools to churches, families, and first-time donors, our neighbors showed what is possible when we act together. A Transformational $1 Million Gift Golden Harvest Food Bank is honored to announce a transformational one million dollar gift from Rob and Pam Johnston that will strengthen and expand the impact of It’s Spooky to Be Hungry® over the next decade. The Johnstons have long been champions of the Aiken community and have [...]

A Transformational Gift and a Record Year for It’s Spooky to Be Hungry®2025-11-19T18:21:06+00:00

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank Announces $1 Million Gift to Strengthen It’s Spooky to Be Hungry

AUGUSTA (11/19/25) — Golden Harvest Food Bank is honored to announce a transformational one million dollar gift from Rob and Pam Johnston that will strengthen and expand the It’s Spooky to Be Hungry campaign over the next decade. For more than thirty years, Spooky has helped put food on the table for families during the holiday season, this year reaching a new milestone of more than $530,000. This generous gift will help grow that impact for years to come. The Johnstons’ gift will be invested as an annual one hundred thousand dollar match for It’s Spooky to Be Hungry. This match [...]

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank Announces $1 Million Gift to Strengthen It’s Spooky to Be Hungry2026-02-17T01:12:22+00:00

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank and United Way of the CSRA Launch New Partnership with DoorDash to Deliver Food to Neighbors in Need

AUGUSTA (11/14/25) — Golden Harvest Food Bank has joined forces with United Way of the CSRA and DoorDash’s Project DASH, alongside partners including the Family YMCA of Greater Augusta and its participating branches, Augusta Dream Center, Project Life Augusta, Salvation Army First Stop, Bible Deliverance Temple, Lakemont Presbyterian Church, Concerned Women Inc., Augusta Worship Center CLGI, and Faith Outreach Church, to bridge the gap for families facing food insecurity and transportation barriers across the Central Savannah River Area. Funded by a $35,000 contribution from a friend of the Food Bank, this partnership will help deliver nutritious food, hygiene products, and essential [...]

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank and United Way of the CSRA Launch New Partnership with DoorDash to Deliver Food to Neighbors in Need2026-02-16T22:26:08+00:00

Press Release: As Shutdown Impacts Families, Golden Harvest Food Bank Steps Up to Help

AUGUSTA (10/30/25) — In light of the ongoing federal government shutdown and the growing risk that SNAP benefits will be disrupted beginning November 1, Golden Harvest Food Bank is reminding neighbors that help is available and calling on the community to come together to ensure no one goes hungry. “Even before the shutdown, we’ve seen more families turning to us for help,” said Amy Breitmann, President and CEO, Golden Harvest Food Bank. “If SNAP benefits are interrupted, families, seniors, and veterans across our communities will feel the impact immediately. Golden Harvest will continue to be here for our neighbors. We will [...]

Press Release: As Shutdown Impacts Families, Golden Harvest Food Bank Steps Up to Help2026-02-16T22:29:25+00:00

Press Release: Help Scare Away Hunger with Golden Harvest Food Bank

AUGUSTA (9/30/2025) – During the month of October, neighbors across the CSRA will join forces with Golden Harvest Food Bank for its annual It’s Spooky To Be Hungry® food and funds drive. The month-long event kicks off on Wednesday, October 1st. This year the Food Bank has a bold goal of $400,000, which equates to 1,000,000 meals. For over three decades, local neighborhoods, businesses, faith-based organizations, and volunteers have partnered with Golden Harvest Food Bank to 'Scare Away Hunger' through the It's Spooky to Be Hungry® Drive. “Every October we are excited and honored that our neighbors join alongside us in [...]

Press Release: Help Scare Away Hunger with Golden Harvest Food Bank2026-02-16T22:35:02+00:00

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank Calls Community to Action for Hunger Action Month

AUGUSTA (09/02/25) – This September, Golden Harvest Food Bank is rallying our community to take action against hunger during Hunger Action Month. Together with Feeding America and food banks nationwide, we are shining a spotlight on the growing hunger crisis and inspiring neighbors to step up and make a difference. Throughout the month of September, Golden Harvest Food Bank will lead impactful events and initiatives to engage the community and drive change. The centerpiece of Hunger Action Month is Hunger Action Day on Monday, September 9. On this day, we invite everyone to wear orange and help bring attention to hunger in our [...]

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank Calls Community to Action for Hunger Action Month2026-02-16T22:37:29+00:00

Press Release: Jim Hudson Automotive Group is Presenting $50,000 Check to Golden Harvest Food Bank After A Successful 14th Annual Jim Hudson 2000

AUGUSTA (08/18/2025) On Tuesday, August 19th, The Jim Hudson Automotive Group will be presenting a large donation check to the Golden Harvest Food Bank. The $50,000 check presentation is set to take place at 2 PM in Golden Harvest Food Bank located at 3310 Commerce Dr in Augusta. This check donation is the result of a successful 14th Annual Jim Hudson 2000 Event, an event that the Jim Hudson Automotive Group holds every summer in order to raise money to feed the hungry. This year marks the company’s 14 millionth meal donation to the food bank. During the two-month long event, all ten Jim Hudson [...]

Press Release: Jim Hudson Automotive Group is Presenting $50,000 Check to Golden Harvest Food Bank After A Successful 14th Annual Jim Hudson 20002026-02-16T22:42:41+00:00

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank Gearing Up for It’s Spooky To Be Hungry® Drive; Captains Needed

AUGUSTA (08/12/2025) For 33 years, neighborhoods, businesses, organizations, and volunteers have joined forces with Golden Harvest Food Bank to scare away hunger through the It’s Spooky to Be Hungry® Drive. As the Food Bank prepares for this year’s campaign, the organization is seeking new Spooky captains in Richmond, Columbia, and Aiken counties to help lead their communities in the fight against hunger. The It’s Spooky to Be Hungry® drive unites neighbors, co-workers, schools, and local businesses to collectively “scare away hunger.” Spooky captains are at the heart of the effort, encouraging friendly competition, inspiring generosity, and finding creative ways to raise funds and awareness. [...]

Press Release: Golden Harvest Food Bank Gearing Up for It’s Spooky To Be Hungry® Drive; Captains Needed2026-02-17T00:48:57+00:00

A Father’s Gratitude for Your Support

Calvin reflects on the lasting impact the Summer Harvest program has had on his family during the summer months. At a recent food distribution at Thomson High School, Calvin and his 12-year-old daughter shared how much receiving food support through Golden Harvest's Summer Harvest program means to them during the summer months. “This helps a lot,” Calvin said. “It fills the cabinets with real food we can use. We don’t have to stress as much about how to stretch what we’ve got.” During the school year, children often rely on breakfast and lunch at school to help [...]

A Father’s Gratitude for Your Support2025-07-29T23:36:07+00:00
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