Volunteers come to Second Harvest with the intention to fight hunger for more reasons than we can count. Some are here to help rebuild their communities, some come to give back after receiving help themselves, and some come to celebrate the resilience and strength of women throughout history. Women’s History Month is an important time …
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National Agriculture Day is an important day for Second Harvest, because we know the role agriculture plays in fighting hunger. Since starting our innovative agricultural initiative, Project Grow, Second Harvest has taken proactive steps to join in the agricultural sphere of the fight against hunger. More than just a farm, Project Grow is a community-centric …
March 18th marks Global Recycling Day, a significant occasion for us at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. While recycling is crucial in today’s world, we’ve gone beyond the traditional notion by implementing innovative methods to maximize our efforts to feed as many people as possible. Since 2006, Second Harvest has pioneered a groundbreaking …
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SNAP is a vital source of nutrition assistance for many low-income Americans, and also forms a critical foundation for the health and well-being of recipients, lifting millions out of poverty, and reducing food insecurity by as much as 30%. 70% of SNAP recipients are in families with children, and more than one-quarter are households with seniors …
March marks a significant time of the year for Second Harvest as we celebrate both International Women’s History Month and National Agriculture Month. It’s a period to reflect on the incredible contributions of women and the vital role agriculture plays in our fight against hunger. In the heart of Tennessee, the Milan Mustard Seed, a …
The first week of March is National Food Waste Action Week, a time where we are asked to reflect and act on the national issue of food waste. At a time when 353,000 Middle and West Tennesseans are facing food insecurity, it is hard to believe that millions of pounds of food are also being …
A Student’s Perspective During National School Breakfast Week, it’s important to highlight the pivotal role a healthy breakfast plays in a successful day for students. At Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we know what starting the day right for young learners means. So, we’re shining a spotlight on the experiences of kids like …
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