Harvest of Hope - Gleaning Mission Trip and Camp Opportunity

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Harvest of Hope

This faith-based, experiential, service & learning opportunity provides you and your group the opportunity to take action, get involved in hands-on activities, and rescue and share good food with people in need.

Participants glean and distribute produce remaining in fields after harvest each morning and learn about the realities of hunger each evening.

Bible study and dynamic worship round out days of Christian community and service, providing a basis for ongoing commitment to ending hunger.

Harvest of Hope offers events for middle/high school students, intergenerational groups, and college-age students.

[Please fill out the Interest Form to be put in touch with our HOH director, Tresca McSwain.]

Summer – Youth Programs

These 4 and 3-night events are designed for youth in Middle and High School. Groups of all sizes are welcome. Whether your group fits into one car or you need a bus, we can help get your entire group active in local missions to rescue and share good food.

We offer age-appropriate mission and education opportunities so that individuals can learn about the twin issues of food insecurity and food waste and immediately do something.

 

Fall – Intergenerational Retreats

Harvest of Hope – gleaning corn - The Society of St. AndrewThese shorter events are typically 2 nights, held on the weekends, to accommodate work schedules and busy times of the year.

Take time to unwind and recharge. Relax, knowing the event has been planned and you are simply there to worship, serve, and enjoy.

Find peace serving in a local hunger-relief mission while growing in knowledge and fellowshipping across generational divisions. (All children under 10 years old must have a parent/guardian attend with them.)

We would love for you to join us next Fall!

 

Spring Break – College Age

These events are for college-aged young adults who want to visit Florida AND be a part of something meaningful over their Spring Break.

These events allow for deep discussion, peer relationships and networking between groups. Participants will also learn about hunger, food waste and taking action.

Whether it’s community service hours, honors college requirements or simply looking to spend Spring Break making a difference- young adults have a place at Harvest of Hope!

You’re more than welcome— you’re invited!  Join us at a Harvest of Hope event in 2024! Sign up online while spots are available.  Our scheduled HoH programs all offer an ecumenical Christian perspective on hunger. If you are from another faith tradition and would like to discuss a build-your-own event with your group leader based on your faith tradition, please fill out the Interest Form to be put in touch with our HOH director, Tresca McSwain. Check back often as events are added throughout the year.

2024 Schedule & Upcoming 2025 Schedule

 

Location Dates Length Total Cost Group Type Registration
Lynchburg, VA Sept. 27-29 2 Nights $150 Intergenerational Sign Up
Keezletown, VA Oct. 4-6 2 Nights $150 Intergenerational Sign Up
Efland, NC Nov. 1-3 2 Nights $150 Intergenerational Sign Up
Washington, DC June 15-21 6 Nights $500 High School Sign Up
Birmingham, AL June 25-28 3 Nights $325 Middle/High School Sign Up
Eastern, NC July 9-12 3 Nights $325 Middle/High School Sign Up
Eastern Shore, VA July 13-16 3 Nights $325 Middle/High School Sign Up
Eastern Shore, VA July 16-19 3 Nights $325 Middle/High School Sign Up
Charlotte/Concord, NC July 23-26 3 Nights $325 Middle/High School Sign Up

 

For more information, contact:

Tresca McSwain
Director of Harvest of Hope
540-707-6513
Email: Tresca