Athens Food Rescue

Reggie Morrow has been named the new executive director of Athens Food Rescue, replacing Teresa Curtiss, who’s stepping down.

“Having worked alongside Athens Food Rescue in the past, I’ve seen firsthand the impact the organization makes in turning surplus food into nourishment for our neighbors,” said Morrow. “That work matters deeply to me, which is why I am excited to take the job of executive director.”

Morrow officially starts June 1.

“I have enjoyed my time as executive director over the years, but I am ready to turn over the position into the very capable hands of Reggie,” Curtiss said. “I look forward to staying on as a board member and working with Reggie.”

Curtiss co-founded AFR in 2015. Over the years, the group has recovered 402,000 pounds of milk, bread, produce, stable shelf foods and other provisions.

Today, there are 20 generous donors whose participation helps fight hunger in Athens County. The food is collected by 20 volunteer members who deliver it to food pantries and food kitchens for distribution and meal service.

“I care deeply about ensuring good food reaches people who need it and that our local systems reduce waste while building dignity and connection,” said Morrow. “I am honored to help lead Athens Food Rescue into its next phase of growth.”

More information about AFR is available at https://www.athensfoodrescue.com. Anyone wishing to support the organization by volunteering or a monetary donation can do so there.

Reggie Morrow has been named the new executive director of Athens Food Rescue, replacing Teresa Curtiss, who’s stepping down.

“Having worked alongside Athens Food Rescue in the past, I’ve seen firsthand the impact the organization makes in turning surplus food into nourishment for our neighbors,” said Morrow. “That work matters deeply to me, which is why I am excited to take the job of executive director.”

Morrow officially starts June 1.

“I have enjoyed my time as executive director over the years, but I am ready to turn over the position into the very capable hands of Reggie,” Curtiss said. “I look forward to staying on as a board member and working with Reggie.”

Curtiss co-founded AFR in 2015. Over the years, the group has recovered 402,000 pounds of milk, bread, produce, stable shelf foods and other provisions.

Today, there are 20 generous donors whose participation helps fight hunger in Athens County. The food is collected by 20 volunteer members who deliver it to food pantries and food kitchens for distribution and meal service.

“I care deeply about ensuring good food reaches people who need it and that our local systems reduce waste while building dignity and connection,” said Morrow. “I am honored to help lead Athens Food Rescue into its next phase of growth.”

More information about AFR is available on the group’s website, https://www.athensfoodrescue.com. Anyone wishing to support the organization by volunteering or a monetary donation can do so there.

Athens Food Rescue volunteers gathered Sunday (4/26) to celebrate the distribution of over 46,000 pounds of food to area food pantries and kitchens.

It was the annual volunteer appreciation event held as a thank you for the time and effort put into getting donated food to hungry people locally.

AFR executive director Teresa Curtiss says the 46,332 pounds in 2025 is the equivalent of 38,600 meals. She also reported that since its founding in 2015, AFR has distributed approximately 390,000 pounds of food.

Curtiss added that saving food from being thrown out has another benefit – it does not have to be dumped in a landfill, saving space there and fuel consumption.

“I’m really proud of the work our volunteers and our board members do,” said Curtiss. They’re a great group of people I get to work with.”

Curtiss will be stepping down as director on June 1 and returning as a member of the board of directors. The process of hiring a successor is underway.

AFR has 20 volunteers who pick up perishable and non-perishable food most every day of the week from 20 donors. The food is transported to 16 partner agencies, including United Campus Ministry, the First United Methodist Church Monday Lunch and the Bishopville Food Pantry.

AFR is a not-for-profit group which also advocates and educates to reduce food waste. Funding comes from the generosity of corporate sponsors and area residents.

In the last year, according to Curtiss, AFR received $6500 in grants and $17,000 in individual donations.

More information about AFR is available on the group’s page and at https://www.athensfoodrescue.com. Anyone wishing to support the organization by volunteering or a monetary donation can do so there.