For Some Kids, Summer Break Isn’t a Vacation
For nearly 87,000 children in Middle and West Tennessee, summer causes stress about where their next meal is coming from.
Best Friends Dorothy and Cordelia Give Thanks
Retired educators Dorothy and Cordelia are incredible examples of people who gave back to their community their entire lives. Unfortunately, the Social Security benefits Dorothy and Cordelia receive aren’t enough to cover all their living expenses.
You Help Richard Afford Crucial Medication
Richard’s diabetes requires him to monitor his glucose levels, which means he needs insulin to survive. Unfortunately, insulin and healthy food are both very expensive.
You’re Setting Katelin Up for Success
“It can be tough to get homework done on an empty stomach,” says Katelin. “We get big suppers here so that is nice to have before we start our schoolwork.”
Employee Spotlight: Meet Kayla
As Manager of Federal Programs at Second Harvest, Kayla Neal plays an essential role in helping implement programs that ensure clients have access to the food they need.
On-Site Food Pantries in Healthcare Clinics Address Health and Hunger for Patients
Over the past several years, Second Harvest has been working with local healthcare organizations to address food insecurity for their patients.
Spotting Child Hunger
The hard reality is that one in six children in our community is food insecure – unsure of when or where their next meal will come from. Despite the many signs, it is very difficult to spot child hunger.
Eat This, Not That
Caroline Pullen, Second Harvest’s Registered Dietitian, explains what foods you should add to your shopping cart and what foods you should skip.
Meet Second Harvest Nutrition Expert: Lexie Trice
We asked Lexie a few questions about her work at Second Harvest: What drove you to a career in nutrition? I gained a passion for food and nutrition and decided to pursue a degree in dietetics in college. I quickly developed a strong interest in food insecurity and food equity. I knew that community nutrition …
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Meet Second Harvest Nutrition Expert: Caroline Pullen
We asked Caroline a few questions about her work at Second Harvest: What drove you to a career in nutrition? I’ve always loved food and wanted a career that helped people. Nutrition was the perfect fit! While in school, I never imagined working in food banking, but it quickly became my dream job once I …
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