Community Harvest Project (CHP) announces the opening of its 20th season of volunteer farming for hunger relief at its Grafton farm.  The public is invited to the farm on April 23 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm for an Open House to learn about volunteer opportunities. All volunteer opportunities - drop in volunteers, greenhouse support, pruning crews, Tuesday crews, and more - are a great fit for retirees, students, and anyone who likes to get their hands dirty.

  CHP hosts thousands of volunteers each year who plant, tend, and harvest the fresh produce they grow to feed those experiencing hunger in our community. CHP is actively recruiting volunteers for roles such as Team Leaders - a special group of volunteers who guide diverse groups in daily farm activities - and more, at the April Open House. 

  Team Leading involves working with groups of all ages and abilities engaging them in farming activities. This includes creating opportunities for learning, and generating conversations with visitors about our mission and work.

  CHP volunteer Scott Rogers said “I can think of no other place where you can spend just a few hours and come away with an understanding of the impact you have made. The tangible accomplishments of seedlings planted or produce harvested translates into satisfying meals for those that need them. There is a direct connection between “getting your hands dirty” and combating hunger.”

  Community Harvest Project provides all volunteers with training and Team Leaders get additional training in leadership, communications, and effective strategies to lead diverse populations. CHP guarantees all of our volunteers a meaningful way to spend their mornings, and fulfilling work which has a direct impact on mitigating the effects of food insecurity in Massachusetts. Volunteer shifts run Monday through Saturday 9am to noon, May through October. Work with a great group of people and help those in our community experiencing hunger. 

  Community Harvest Project (CHP), a 501(c)3 organization and Points of Light Certified Service Enterprise, is dedicated to engaging and educating volunteers to grow fruits and vegetables for hunger relief. Through their volunteer farming, education, and leadership programs they bring thousands of community members together annually. In 2021 they hosted 4,428 volunteers resulting in 289,662 pounds of fruits and vegetables grown and donated through partnerships including the Worcester County Food Bank’s hunger relief network, Community Servings, and Hector Reyes House. Community Harvest Project provided over 1,331,500 servings of fresh produce for individuals and families in need in Massachusetts who otherwise may not have had access. For more information about locations, programs, and impact, visit www.community-harvest.org.  Contact Wayne McAuliffe Phone: 774-551-6544 [email protected].