This March, we’re celebrating Nutrition Month and bringing attention to the link between hunger and health. Did you know that people dealing with food insecurity are at a higher risk for long-term health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure? Because of this link, we celebrate Nutrition Month each March to show the important relationship …
At age 75, Frank walks with a cane, and his back constantly hurts him. If it weren’t for the generosity of people like you, he says he’d have to find a way to work again — despite his age and ailments. “It really helps me out,” he says of the warm meals and nutritious groceries …
After counting every penny, dime, and dollar, we are excited to announce that Ms. Cheap’s Penny Drive raised $102,741.36, which will provide almost 411,000 meals for our neighbors facing hunger! Yes, we’re reporting down to the cent, because after 10 years of Ms. Cheap’s Penny Drive, we know the power of the penny! This year’s …
When you think of a food bank, images of school food drives and canned food probably pop into you head. Although you’re not wrong—donations from local food drives and non-perishable items are essential in serving our hungry neighbors—you don’t have the full picture. At Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we go beyond traditional …
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Anna raised three children and is a proud grandmother of 12 — she works hard to stay as healthy as possible for her family. That’s why she’s so thankful for you and the nutritious food you make available to her. “It’s good nutrition,” she says of the fresh food she receives from the Second Harvest …
From donation box to dinner plate, see how your generosity reaches those in need. You see a food drive donation box at your church, your child’s school, or one of your favorite restaurants. The wellbeing of your community is important to you, so the next time you’re at the store you pick up an extra …
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The West End Home Foundation’s (WEHF) mission is to enrich the lives of older adults in the Middle Tennessee community. And one way they’re tackling that mission is through their support of Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. “We invest in Second Harvest because it’s doing exceptional work in addressing hunger in our community,” …
For individuals and families living on fixed incomes, one added expense can mean the difference between eating that day…or not. That’s why Tennesseans like Sherry are so thankful for you. “If you need new tires, or have to go to the doctor —anything like that — you don’t have the extra money to do it,” …
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Every dollar you give helps provide at least 4 meals to families in need through Second Harvest.
