Harvest Solutions Farm Volunteer Event

Join the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County and the Office of Councilmember Larry Agran at Harvest Solutions Farm on Saturday, April 11, from 8- 11 a.m. TThis event is a fantastic opportunity to give back to the community and connect with fellow volunteers. The event promises for a day of meaningful work and camaraderie.

Located at 12751 Lambert Road, Irvine, CA 92618, the Harvest Solutions Farm offers a picturesque setting where YOU can make a difference. By participating in this volunteer event, you'll have the chance to engage in various farm activities such as planting, harvesting, weeding, and maintaining the fields. Fall/Winter crops include cabbage, broccoli, broccolini, cauliflower, spaghetti squash, acorn squash, butternut squash and lettuce.

With the cost of food remaining high and CalFresh emergency allotments recently ending, community partners across Orange County are seeing increased demand from our neighbors in need of food. In fiscal year 2025, the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County fed 458,995 individuals per month through 286 partners at 380 distribution sites AND Over 2 million pounds of nutritious produce, equivalent to 50 truckloads, was harvested at Harvest Solutions Farm.

Remember to wear comfortable clothing and bring your enthusiasm! We'll provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Together, let's positively impact our community and support local agriculture. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to the Harvest Solutions Farm as #WeFeedOC!

Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County's vision is to ensure food and nutritional security for all. They strive to provide dignified, equitable, and consistent access to nutritious food, building a strong foundation for community health. With the support of their partners and the community, they have made significant progress in achieving this mission.

Minor Volunteers:

Current age requirements are as follows:

Ages 7 and older with chaperone*

*Chaperone Requirements: Chaperones must be 21 or older and must participate in the entire event.

Directions & Parking:

Harvest Solutions Farm is located at 12751 Lambert Rd, Irvine, CA 92618, next to the South Coast Research and Extension Center (SCREC). To access parking, you will pass the SCREC main entrance on Irvine Blvd and turn right on Lambert Road. Please drive slowly and watch for pedestrians and equipment moving in the area. Parking will be along the fence near the check-in table.

Questions?

Contact Selina Urquiza, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, at [email protected].

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