Each year, our Veterans Day collection helps supply in-patient and out-patient programs with items that bring comfort, dignity, and the reassurance that their service has not been forgotten.
Our team brings emergency supplies when the nation is watching, and our volunteers and partners act with urgency to meet immediate needs. But the work does not end there.
From outreach events and educational opportunities to collection drives and radio interviews, the Gleaning team remains dedicated to connecting with our community and sharing the hope that drives our mission.
As we enter the final months of 2025 our team is organizing community collections and meaningful outreaches that serve neighbors across Central Virginia
Danville Toyota, Global Home Furnishings, and Hardy Petroleum are hosting collection drives this Fall to support our Teddy Bear Brigade and Veteran’s Aid programs.
On average, we provide more than 35,000 plush toys every year. Since 1998, we have distributed over 700,000 stuffed animals to more than 21 states and 35 countries.
When neighbors care for one another, it builds bonds of trust, kindness, and resilience. It reminds us that we’re not alone in life’s struggles and that together, we can weather any storm.
The value of a gift is not determined by its price tag, but by how well it meets the recipient’s needs and respects their dignity.
Through partnerships with hospitals and clinics, we provide essential medical supplies that give these children the chance to recover and grow stronger.
On Tuesday, July 8, and Wednesday, July 9, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Gleaning staff and volunteers will be stationed outside Sam’s Club in Lynchburg, collecting disaster relief supplies for immediate shipment to Texas.
