Massive 10-Foot Ann Arbor Carrots
Are you familiar with the Ann Arbor carrots? They stand on Carrot Way (no joke). On the outskirts of Ann Arbor, just off of US-23, you will find six massive…
The Ann Arbor carrots stand at One Carrot Way in front of Food Gatherers food band and rescue. Serving Washtenaw County since 1988.
Donielle FlynnAre you familiar with the Ann Arbor carrots? They stand on Carrot Way (no joke). On the outskirts of Ann Arbor, just off of US-23, you will find six massive carrots ranging in size from 4-10 feet. They are the landmark for Food Gatherers.
Food Gatherers - Michigan's First Food Rescue
Food Gatherers was founded back in 1988 by folks from Zingerman's Deli in Ann Arbor. They wanted to do something to save food from spoiling and get it those who needed it. They created Food Gatherers and became the first food rescue in Michigan. Today, Food Gatherers works as a food rescue AND a food bank. Last year Food Gatherers got nearly 10 million pounds of food out to Washtenaw County citizens who were dealing with food insecurity,
When we visited Food Gatherers, we spoke with Charlotte Csicsila, Chief Development Officer and got a tour of the facility. Food Gatherers has a great vibe and they couldn't do all they do without volunteers. There are a bunch of ways to help out. Click on GET INVOLVED to find out how to support our local food rescue and bank. Before you scroll down to check out the info on the carrots, here's a video explaining some of what Food Gatherers does:
The Ann Arbor Carrots Get a Makeover
Last year, out of nowhere, Food Gatherers was contacted by Calista Dillion, a fine arts student from Ohio. Eileen Spring, the CEO of Food Gatherers said she thought she was being pranked at first because the timing was so amazing. Calista sent them an email explaining that she worked in cement art and offered her talents. Calista rocked it. The carrots look amazing. She even put an inscription on one.
Courtesy of Food GathersThe artist who refurbished the Ann Arbor carrots also painted an inscription.
Check out our photos from the Ann Arbor carrots and our friends at Food Gatherers, Thanks for the hospitality and thanks for all you do for Washtenaw County.
Photos from the Ann Arbor Carrots and Food Gatherers
Donielle FlynnEven the door handles are carrots at Food Gatherers! Joel pulls open the front door at Food Gatherers food bank and rescue- Home of the giant Ann Arbor carrots.
Food Gatherers Staff
Donielle FlynnJoel Morgan and the staff of Food Gatherers. Many more people were working at Food Gathers, but we didn't want to interrupt their work too much.
10-Foot Carrot!
Donielle Flynn3 of the Ann Arbor carrots in front of Food Gatherers.
Food Gathers Fridge
Joel MorganInside of one of the food coolers at Food Gatherers. Because they are a food rescue, time and proper temperatures are extra important.
Happy Easter!
Donielle FlynnDoni and Joel felt they should go for an early Easter shot in front of the Ann Arbor carrots. Doni brought the eggs and Joel made the Lego bunny.
Joel MorganFood Gatherers has a big carrot inside too. This one keeps track of how many pounds of food Food Gatherers has accumulated and passed on to Washtenaw County citizens.
The Food Chart
Joel MorganDoni does her best Vanna White to show Food Gatherers chart. The chart show what portion of the food is protein and fruits and vegetables.
