Iskashitaa is an inter-generational group of refugees from Africa, Asia, and the Middle East who partner with local Tucson volunteers to harvest approximately 75,000 lbs. of fruits and vegetables each year from backyards and local farms (Buckelew Farms, Native Seeds/SEARCH, and Andy’s Pumpkin Patch). These nutritious foods are then redistributed to refugee families from many countries and other Tucson organizations that assist families in need.

How it works:

• Volunteers invite the community to donate excess fruit by handing out flyers in neighborhoods, and at events. Click here to download the flyer and spread the word in your community!

• The Fruit Donor emails Iskash*taa and provides information on tree/s, address, telephone number, and stipulations (locked gate, owner wants be home, dogs).

• The harvesting Coordinator calls the home owner to decide on an approximate time for pick up. (Please be flexible with this time. There are many variables involved.)

• A team of volunteers are set up.
  

• Equipment is picked up outside Iskash*taa's office.

• Harvesters pick up fruit and redistribute it. Volunteers should remember to bring water, snacks, coats or sunscreen, if necessary.)
   

Please email if you are interested in donating fruit.