What is the difference between gleaners and feeding america? About Gleaners. Gleaners is part of the Feeding America network of food banks. Feeding America is a nationwide network of 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs that provides food and services to more than 46 million people each year.How many people does gleaners serve? Whether they serve 30 families or 30,000, all of our partner agencies can count on Gleaners as a reliable source of a range of food products, including dry food like pasta and cereal, canned foods, fresh or frozen meats and produce — even household products like paper towels, cleaning supplies and body care products. Not signed up yet?Where can i donate food to gleaners? See below for a list of Gleaners' Distribution Centers with interactive maps to help you find your way. Looking to donate to Gleaners? We're a 501 [c] [3] nonprofit organization and accept tax-deductible monetary donations in addition to food donations. Donate here! Detroit: Contact Julie Ptasznik at [email protected].