Edible York are appealing for locals to help towards a harvesting initiative in preparation for autumn 2023. Abundance was created to reduce waste by donating locally sourced fruit to charities and community groups in the area. Now with their very own ‘Apple HQ’ on Sailsbury Road, volunteers can easily collect equipment and drop off collected fruit before its distribution.
Speaking of the initiative, Project Coordinator, Louise, said: “Abundance gets people outside, enjoying nature and helping others. The fruit we pick goes out to many different organisations that help feed people, from soul kitchens to food banks. The autumn is our busiest time but you can get involved at anytime as we are beginning to do more to support the many community orchards we have in York.”
The project relies on a team of local volunteers to pick, sort and deliver fruit across the city, so if you know a friend that needs help with tending their fruit trees, perhaps you know of a neglected fruit tree in the area, or, maybe you are aware of a charitable organisation that would appreciate receiving free donations of fresh fruit, get in touch with Edible York and find out how you can help towards the Abundance project.
For picking dates and volunteer information, please visit the Abundance Facebook page. Alternatively please visit www.edibleyork.org.uk.
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