Boston Area Gleaners

Boston Area Gleaners is a regional food systems non-profit organization based in Acton, Massachusetts, dedicated to improving food security and reducing agricultural waste. Founded in 2004, the organization harvests surplus produce from local farms—a practice known as gleaning—and distributes it to a network of food pantries, food banks, and meal programs. It also operates the Boston Food Hub, a social enterprise that facilitates a wholesale market connecting local farmers with institutions such as hospitals, schools, and universities. While not a traditional biotechnology or pharmaceutical firm, the organization addresses critical social determinants of health by increasing community access to fresh, nutritious produce. Its operations are supported by a robust infrastructure including a fleet of refrigerated trucks, professional staff, and a large volunteer network.