Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana

Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana is a non-profit organization with the slogan "Leading the fight against hunger." Founded in 1980, it serves 21 central and southeastern Indiana counties, distributing food to pantries, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and other hunger-relief agencies. For every $1 donated, Gleaners can provide 8 meals to those in need. The organization also runs various direct service programs targeting vulnerable populations such as children and the elderly. Gleaners stands out for its commitment to getting food directly into the hands of those who need it most and operates 6 distinct programs, including Gleaners Community Cupboard, Mobile Pantry, Gleaners2Go, Home Delivery, Summer Meals for Kids, and School-Based Pantry. Notably, Gleaners is a Good Wage Initiative Employer, ensuring sustainable wages and health insurance for all employees. Its last investment of $643.60K was a grant from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture on 19 July 2023. The organization is headquartered in the United States.