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Author: Pearce Barringer

Publix Charities is Keeping Holidays Full 

For families facing hunger, every meal matters. Especially during the holidays  While some prepare for holidays, others are left worrying if they can put any food on the table. Let alone celebrate the season.  Thanks to Publix Charities, more of our neighbors can celebrate. More of our neighbors can thrive.   In the last 10 years, […]

CenterWell Cares for Our Community 

For families facing hunger, every meal matters. The holidays make those meals more important than ever.   Not only do the holidays include special celebrations around the table, but they also bring added financial strain.  Access to nutritious food can make all the difference in having a Full holiday season.   CenterWell’s mission is to provide quality […]

How Ole South Keeps Plates Full

A Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee truck with images of food and people on its side, parked under a shelter; sponsor logos and “Feeding Hope” slogan are visible.

Keeping the Holidays Full takes a partner like Ole South   The holidays should be a time for joy. For families facing hunger, though, they can bring difficult decisions.    While many look forward to festive meals, some of our neighbors wonder if they can afford the basics. Let alone the extras that make this time […]

Can Second Harvest Keep Plates Full?

A large group of people wearing matching red vests pose in front of a truck with images of produce and smiling faces, showing their commitment to Fighting Hunger this Holiday with Nissan. The text on the truck reads, “Providing hope, one helping at a time.”.

Keeping plates full during the holidays can feel impossible. Gifts and travel can leave families facing tough choices. For our neighbors facing hunger, it’s a struggle to put food on the table, let alone celebrate.  Nissan is making the impossible a reality.  Nissan’s 34 years of support has helped give over 8 million meals to […]

Try This Budget-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipe

A plate of roasted Brussels sprouts is shown on the left. On the right, a smiling chef in a light green coat is pictured in a circle. Text reads: Chef Jamika’s budget-friendly Thanksgiving recipe—Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts. Curved colored lines accent the image.

Need a budget-friendly Thanksgiving recipe?    We all need a delicious and affordable dish to complete our Thanksgiving. Second Harvest has your back. Try Chef Jamika‘s Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts.    Chef Jamika is an expert in the kitchen. Her fun and friendly recipes bring bold flavors to everyday meals. Chef Jamika inspires home cooks to explore new […]

How Ascend Is Fighting Hunger and Changing Lives in Tennessee

An overhead view of open cans filled with various vegetables, including corn, peas, green beans, carrots, and mixed vegetables, arranged closely together in a grid pattern.

Ascend knows how to fight hunger.   For over a 10 years, Ascend has played a vital role the fight. Their aid, over $346,000, has changed lives.  This year, Ascend took our partnership to the next level. Their support of the Mobile Market brings fresh food to those in need. The Mobile Market delivers fresh produce, […]

Can Philanthropy Open Doors to a Better Community?

Wooden blocks with black letters spell out the word PHILANTHROPY on a flat, dark gray surface, highlighting the spirit of philanthropy at Second Harvest.

Philanthropy keeps Second Harvest moving.   Today is National Philanthropy Day. On this day, let’s recognize the great work of people in the philanthropy community.   Reneé Gill, Director of Philanthropy at Second Harvest, is a perfect example.  Reneé loves helping donors connect their passions to Second Harvest’s mission. This passion led to funding that played a […]

Can You Manage Diabetes While Facing Food Insecurity?

Blue ribbon symbol with text Diabetes Awareness Month November on a white background, raising awareness and support for diabetes and diabetes food insecurity this November.

Managing diabetes while facing food insecurity can feel overwhelming. During National Diabetes Awareness Month, we’re discussing this intersection. Managing diabetes is tougher when access to healthy food isn’t always possible. Second Harvest is here to help. Larry struggles to keep his diabetes in check. After a stroke related to his diabetes, he could no longer […]

Keep Plates Full with Five Star

Dark blue FIVE STAR text and star logo overlay a green-tinted background featuring various fruits, vegetables, and nuts arranged in bowls and scattered.

The holidays should be filled with joy, but for some keeping plates full can be hard.  Extra costs on gifts and holiday meals can stretch tight budgets. A season of joy and celebration becomes one of worry. This time of year, the pain left from empty plates hits harder.   Five Star knows how to […]

What did Second Harvest do After Disaster Struck?

A close-up of stacked cardboard boxes wrapped in plastic. One box, labeled Second Harvest disaster relief, lists contents for a Disaster Relief Box, including entrees, fruit, snacks, and soup.

When disaster strikes, Second Harvest is here to help.  . In the wake of Milton and Helene, we have begun our relief efforts. We’re focused on providing food to impacted communities.  With 11 trucks of disaster boxes packed, we’ve delivered 613,856 meals. Almost 2000 volunteers made this happen by coming together in a time of need.  Each […]