Gold Sponsor Spotlight: Harvest Against Hunger’s Role in Fighting Food Insecurity

As we prepare to “Ignite Our Rotary Spirit” in Walla Walla this April, we are proud to recognize Harvest Against Hunger as a Gold Sponsor of the 2026 Rotary District 5030 Conference. Their support is more than financial—it’s a reflection of shared values and a commitment to service that nourishes both bodies and communities.

A Mission Rooted in Service

Founded to bridge the gap between farm surplus and food insecurity, Harvest Against Hunger connects farmers, truckers, volunteers, and food banks to ensure that fresh, nutritious produce reaches those who need it most. From semi-truckloads of apples to boxes of fresh berries, their work spans the food spectrum, tailored to the unique needs of each community. Their programs include:

• Farm to Community: Linking small-scale growers with local hunger relief partners.

• Harvest VISTA: Placing AmeriCorps members to strengthen farm-to-food bank connections.

• Washington Gleaning Network: Supporting produce recovery efforts across the state.

Rotary Partnership in Action

Harvest Against Hunger’s collaboration with Rotary is longstanding and impactful. They regularly engage Rotary clubs for service projects and provide technical assistance to Rotary clubs working on hunger and food waste initiatives.

Community Impact

Under the leadership of Executive Director David Bobanick, Harvest Against Hunger has delivered nearly half a billion healthy servings of produce to communities across the country. Their innovative programs have earned national recognition and partnerships with AmeriCorps, USDA, and universities like Washington State and Stanford.

Their work is not just about food, it’s about building healthier communities, reducing waste, and empowering volunteers to make a tangible difference.

As we gather in Walla Walla to celebrate Rotary’s spirit of service, let’s honor the work of Harvest Against Hunger. Their sponsorship and partnership remind us that when we serve together, we grow together.

As we prepare to ignite our Rotary spirit in Walla Walla, we encourage all to support Harvest Against Hunger with a gift of time and financial donation to help fuel their work. Learn more at https://www.harvestagainsthunger.org