5 Simple Ways to Help on Earth Day and Fight Hunger
Are you looking for ways to help on Earth Day? Now is the perfect time to take action for the planet and your community. If you’re searching for ways to help on Earth Day, Second Harvest is here to help. You can support environmental sustainability and hunger relief. When food goes to waste, […]
Hunger Free Summer Campaign
The Hunger Free Summer campaign has begun. Will you be the reason summer break doesn’t mean an empty plate? When school cafeterias close for the summer, children lose access to the free and reduced-price meals they count on during the school year. Now, families shoulder the burden of providing an extra 10 meals per child every […]
We’re Building Inclusive Food Programs for Diverse Communities
What do inclusive food programs for diverse communities look like? At Second Harvest, the answer starts with listening. Diversity Month is a great time to remember the strength of every voice in our community. A time to hear every voice. That’s why we host Neighbor to Neighbor Councils. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to hunger. For […]
Here is why LFPA funding matters.
Locally grown food is one of the most powerful tools we have to fight hunger. That is exactly why LFPA (Local Food Purchase Assistance) funding matters. Tony Eldridge of Eldridge Farms knows that well. Tony, along with his wife Denese, has been farming in Middle Tennessee for decades. Their farm is part of Second […]
Gardening Tips for Beginners
April is a time to dig into the soil, plant seeds of hope, and grow more than just food. Second Harvest believes gardening can be a powerful tool in the fight against hunger. Whether you’re growing herbs on your windowsill or starting your first backyard garden, every effort counts. We know not everyone is […]
Legal Aid in Middle Tennessee
Hunger doesn’t exist in a vacuum. We know food insecurity results in empty pantries and skipped meals. What causes food insecurity, though, can be harder to pinpoint. It can start with a job loss, an unexpected bill, or a legal issue. When these challenges spiral, people lose the resources they need. That is why Second […]
How Important is Healthy Food for Mothers and Babies?
The secret to a thriving life is healthy food for mothers and babies. World Health Day 2025 is bringing attention to maternal and newborn health. Second Harvest knows how vital food is during pregnancy and when a child is very young. Proper nutrition supports a healthy pregnancy. It reduces complications during childbirth and gives newborns […]
From the Desk of Nancy Keil
Official Memo from Nancy Keil President & CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee Behind every meal we provide is a story. Stories of children who can now focus in class. Seniors who no longer have to skip dinner to pay the utility bill. Parents who can finally breathe a little easier knowing their family […]
Meaningful Volunteer Opportunities in Middle Tennessee
Are you looking for meaningful volunteer opportunities in Middle Tennessee this April? Volunteer Appreciation Month is the perfect time to fight hunger at home. Volunteers have a profound impact on the fight against hunger. Last year, volunteers gave over 62,000 hours to Second Harvest. Whether it is at a Mobile Market or packing […]
Healthy and Affordable Meals: Veggie Stir Fry
March is Nutrition Month. A perfect time to focus on healthy and affordable meals. Eating healthy food doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Our vegetable stir-fry is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a balanced meal. We use pantry staples and frozen veggies to pack this recipe full of flavor and nutrients. Our […]