How are MLK Day and Food Insecurity related?
As we commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee reflect on Dr. King’s powerful legacy and his vision for a world free of inequality and, by extension, hunger. Dr. King understood that food equity was a critical component of social justice. Food Equity: A Core Principle of […]
Heat or Eat?
Winter is making its way to Middle and West Tennessee. With forecasted temperatures staying below freezing for several days, many families in our community face a heart-wrenching decision: to heat their homes or put food on the table. This stark reality is coming for Middle and West Tennessee, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle […]
This Pride Month Support Neighbors like Susan
More than 22% of LGBTQ+ adults are affected by poverty and food insecurity, meaning this community is more than twice as likely to be affected by hunger. People like Susan, who came to a Second Harvest Mobile Pantry with her wife, son, and granddaughter. Bianca Wilson, a top educator on public policy and social work […]
Mary is Singing Your Praises
Mary, 81, spent her career proudly working at some of Nashville’s finest restaurants, from the Tail and the Fox to the Hyatt Regency’s Polaris. “I was a server,” she says. “I enjoyed and loved it so much.” Mary’s other great pride is her two grown children, one who lives in Clarksville and the other in […]
Helping People Help People
Lakeshia has devoted her life to helping others. Having previously worked at a skills development center for people with disabilities, she knows what it means to be there for those in her community. Lakeshia is a devoted mother to her three children, ages 20, 15, and six, but recently has had a harder time making […]
Overcoming Hunger and Black History Month
Food insecurity is a pressing issue that affects millions of Americans, with Black communities disproportionately impacted. This disparity in access to nutritious and sufficient food is not just a statistic; it’s a daily reality for many. Through the stories of Nancy and Christopher, we gain insight into the personal challenges and resilience, and the vital role […]
Miles Can’t Wait for Summer!
Miles is 11. Sixth grade is full of fun new experiences for him, like homemade volcanoes and other fun science experiments. English and Science are Miles’ two favorite subjects, and when he grows up, he wants to be a scientist to help cure diseases. When school is out for the summer, kids like Miles lose […]
Is Fighting Hunger Related to Agriculture?
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 program with […]
Boost Your Day: Easy Banana Bread Energy Balls Recipe
News 2 Food 2 Families
News 2 Food 2 Families is an opportunity to show children that they can make a difference in their community.