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 […]
Nutrition Month Quadruple Match Donation
Nutrition Month is a time to focus on making nutritious food accessible to everyone. No one should have to choose between paying bills and putting food on the table. That’s why we’re making this month extra special with a quadruple-match opportunity! Nourish Your Neighbor Day A generous group of donors is offering to quadruple every […]
How to Build a Tornado Emergency Kit
Tornado season is here. Tornadoes strike with little warning. They leave families without power, clean water, or access to food. It is important to keep food, water, and emergency supplies on hand to stay safe. Second Harvest knows preparedness may feel like a luxury to some. When families are already struggling to make ends meet, […]
How are Agriculture and Food Security Related?
What if the key to ending hunger was right in our backyards? Global Agriculture Day celebrates the vital role farming plays in our lives. Second Harvest knows agriculture can empower people. That’s why we launched Project Grow. This 18-acre agriculture initiative connects our neighbors with home-grown food and, now, education. Project Grow has been so […]
The Women Fighting Hunger at Second Harvest
Meet the women fighting hunger at Second Harvest. For International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating our Individual Giving Team. Suzanne, Destiney, Renee, and Marian are our fundraising experts. These women are also passionate advocates for hunger relief. Let’s hear what inspires their amazing work. For Suzanne, Women’s History Month is a time to recognize those who […]
Is Food Waste Important
Fighting hunger means fighting food waste, too. National Food Waste Week is a chance to rethink how we use food, can cut down on waste, and help the environment. Each year, millions of pounds of food go to waste while people still face hunger. In 2022, Tennesseans wasted an estimated 1.77 million tons of food. […]
Can Hunger Affect Health?
Did you know hunger affects health? That is why Second Harvest and Lifepoint Health are announcing Nutrition Month. This March, learn how food insecurity causes serious health issues. Families facing hunger often rely on low-cost and low-nutrition meals. Over time, this can lead to problems. Without healthy food, our neighbors face a higher risk of […]
Eat This, Not That!
An easy guide to making healthier choices at the grocery store. Eating healthier doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as simple as making smarter choices at the grocery store by opting for the more nutritious version of foods you already eat. In honor of Nutrition Month, Amy Qazi – Second Harvest Food Bank of […]