Adriane reflects on the impact her local food agency has had not only on her family but on those who seek assistance in her home. Adriane Smith’s home is more than just a house. It’s a refuge, a sanctuary, a place where love stretches to meet every need. With seven children under her roof, including two through foster care, and many more who come and go, she has made it her mission to keep kids from entering the system. Her own childhood in foster care instilled a deep commitment: if she could spare even one child from [...]

After stepping up as a hub for emergency relief during both Hurricane Debby and Hurricane Helene, the Produce Rescue Center has officially transitioned to its primary purpose: moving more fresh, nutritious produce to neighbors across our 24-county service area. Built with efficiency and community impact in mind, the Center now plays a vital role in our daily operations, storing and distributing truckloads of fruits and vegetables with care and speed. That means more produce on plates, fewer nutrients lost to waste, and stronger support for our 325+ partner agencies working on the frontlines of hunger relief.  And [...]

When we think of steadfast dedication and a heart for service, we think of Jesse McClam. Jesse first walked through our doors in 2018 as a volunteer and quickly became part of the heartbeat of Golden Harvest. He showed up nearly every day with a warm smile, a can-do spirit, and a work ethic that inspired everyone around him. It didn’t take long for our team to realize Jesse wasn’t just volunteering. He was leading. He officially joined our staff shortly after, serving faithfully at The Master’s Table for five years. From opening the building each morning to supporting [...]

Volunteer Amy Gentry serves the noontime meal at The Master’s Table Soup Kitchen in downtown Augusta. Amy Gentry pulls up to The Master’s Table Soup Kitchen on Saturday morning at 8:30. Instead of enjoying a leisurely weekend morning, she ties on an apron, pulls on gloves and starts preparing the noontime meal. Amy set herself a goal of volunteering 100 hours with Golden Harvest Food Bank this year. She works at Bank of America, and once she has completed her 100 hours the company will donate to Golden Harvest through its employee matching program. For Amy, volunteering [...]