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Considering Planned Giving with Life Insurance?

Are you considering planned giving with life insurance? Planned giving with life insurance is how Eileen and Don chose to make their impact last.  The couple has called Nashville home for more than 30 years. Nashville is where they’ve built a life filled with friendship, kindness, and community.  When it came time to retire, there was no question—they were staying.  They’ve seen […]

Building a Sustainable, Inclusive, and Resilient Food Future 

A person holding soil and a small green seedling in their hands, standing in a field with rows of plants covered by white plastic mulch, symbolizes building a sustainable inclusive and resilient food future.

Second Harvest is committed to building sustainable, inclusive, and resilient food future.   Every year, World Food Day reminds us that food is a tool for connection, community, and care. This year’s theme, “Water is Life, Water is Food,” calls attention to the shared responsibility we all have to protect the resources that nourish us.  Here’s […]

How to Pack Healthy Lunches for Kids 

Three young girls sit at a picnic table outdoors, eating snacks from cardboard lunch trays. The girl in the foreground is focused on her food, holding a spoon and looking down at a cup of fruit.

Want to know how to pack healthy lunches for kids?   Packing a healthy lunch doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. With a little planning, and help from Second Harvest, you can create meals that are tasty, nutritious, and affordable.  Make It Colorful  Aim for variety! Bright fruits and vegetables like carrots, apples, and […]

How Food Affects Mental Health: Tyler’s Story 

How food affects mental health is a reminder that nourishment goes beyond the plate.   Food fuels our minds, eases stress, and supports overall well-being. That’s something especially important for people living with mental health challenges.  For Tyler, that support is necessary. He has schizophrenia, which makes managing daily stress even more difficult. Having steady […]

Why Is Everyone Talking About DAFs? 

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Why is everyone talking about DAFs? They’re looking for an easier way to give! A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) lets you simplify your giving, grow your impact, and provide long-term support for causes you care about. Like Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee.  It’s flexible, tax-smart, and a powerful way to help fight hunger. […]

The Path to Better Living with Food as Medicine 

A smiling woman wearing sunglasses and a dark polo shirt stands in front of a truck with fruit images, holding white plastic bags. The truck door is open, and it’s a sunny day.

Do you know the path to better living with food as medicine?   In Nashville, healthcare is more than an industry. It’s a way of life.   At the recent Nashville Health Care Council Sessions, Mayor Freddie O’Connell proclaimed the inaugural Nashville Health Care Week, recognizing our city’s unmatched legacy of healthcare innovation, investment, and collaboration.    With […]

Delta Dental Creates Change with the Power of ONE 

At Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we are proud to honor 25 years of partnership with Delta Dental of Tennessee. For a quarter century, Delta Dental has been more than a funder — they’ve been a hands-on partner, helping us address hunger while also improving the health and well-being of our neighbors.  A […]

Jackson Invests in a Brighter Future

At Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we are proud to celebrate our 14-year partnership with Jackson National Life Insurance Company® (Jackson®). Since 2010, Jackson has been a dedicated supporter of our Senior Nutrition Program, ensuring older adults in our community receive the healthy food they need to thrive. A Legacy of Generosity Jackson […]

Twice Daily Fuels Tennessee with the Power of ONE 

At Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we are proud to celebrate our growing partnership with Twice Daily. For the past five years, Twice Daily has been committed to fighting hunger and fueling hope for our neighbors across Middle and West Tennessee.  Meals that Make a Difference  Since 2018, Twice Daily has contributed more […]

AllianceBernstein Invests in a Brighter Future 

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At Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we are proud to celebrate our partnership with AllianceBernstein (AB). For the past seven years, AB has been a steadfast supporter, investing their resources, time, and talent to help fight hunger in our community.  Turning Dollars into Meals  Since the beginning of our partnership, AB has contributed […]