Charity Navigator is a nonprofit organization that evaluates and rates charities to assist donors in making informed giving decisions. By analyzing various aspects of a charity's performance, including financial health, accountability, transparency, and impact, Charity Navigator provides comprehensive ratings that reflect the organization's overall effectiveness. These evaluations empower donors to support charities that align with their values and ensure their contributions are used effectively.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee was awarded a 99% and four-star rating from Charity Navigator. This is the highest rating an organization can receive, signifying exceptional performance in terms of financial health, accountability, and transparency. It indicates that Second Harvest Food Bank efficiently uses its resources, adheres to good governance practices, and has a strong commitment to transparency.
Candid, formally GuideStar, is a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive data and insights on over 2.7 million nonprofits that aims to inform and empower stakeholders.
In 2025, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee received The Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest recognition awarded by Candid to nonprofit organizations. To earn this seal, a nonprofit must provide comprehensive information about its goals, strategies, capabilities, achievements, and progress indicators. This level of transparency helps donors and funders make informed decisions by offering clear insights into the organization's impact and effectiveness.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee was recognized by Nashville Business Journal as a 2024 Leader in Diversity.
Nancy Keil, President and CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, was recognized by her peers and Nashville Business Journal as a 2023 Most Admired CEO.
Nashville Living Wage mobilizes and advocates for a just economy where workers are paid equitably, employers are innovative and successful, and our entire community thrives as a result. Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee proudly provides its employees with the current Nashville Living Wage.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee is proud to be a member of the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, as well as a Bronze Investor in Partnership 2030, the region’s public/private economic development initiative of the Chamber. Through this partnership, Second Harvest has the unique opportunity to network with partner business who are dedicated to promoting a high quality of life for our region and give direct feedback and input with business leaders to make Nashville a city that works for everyone.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee received a 99% volunteer satisfaction rating from those who have volunteered with our Volunteer Engagement Team.
