On her Day of Giving, Marie Grayson (MG) headed to Mayfield’s Sow God Seeds, a family-run farm in Winnsboro, SC. She picked collard greens and helped till soil, offering hands-on support to a local business that feeds the community.
AC: What organization or local cause did you volunteer for?
MG: “Mayfield’s Sow God Seeds”
AC: Can you please provide an overview of their mission?
MG: They provide sustainable fresh produce to the community of Winnsboro, SC.
AC: Was this your first time volunteering for this organization or cause? Please elaborate.
MG: No, I often volunteer every weekend or every other weekend.
AC: Where there any requirements for this type of volunteerism?
MG: There are no requirements to be a volunteer other than being of age.
AC: Why did you choose to volunteer here for your Day of Giving?
MG: I picked this business because it’s a family business and I knew the help was much needed. So many plants have sprouted, I needed to help in some kinda way.
AC: Can you tell us about your volunteer experience? What did you do? Did your time volunteering meet your expectations?
MG: I spent the day picking collard greens for her customers. I was also taught how to till up the dirt because so many weeds had grown up that it was much needed.
AC: What would you like to share to encourage others to volunteer their time and energy locally?
MG: ” Just do it.” It takes no time to help out someone in need. And you feel a level of accomplishment after.
AC: Is there anything else that you would like to share about your experience?
MG: No really, I’m hoping that’s the last bit of volunteering I will do there because it is hard work. Feels like a workout every time.
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Marie’s story reminds us that giving back can be tough work, but it’s worth every moment. Her contribution nourished both bodies and spirits. To explore more stories like Marie’s, visit the Inspiring Forward collection.