Building a Sustainable, Inclusive, and Resilient Food Future
Second Harvest is committed to building sustainable, inclusive, and resilient food future. Every year, World Food Day reminds us that food is a tool for connection, community, and care. This year’s theme, “Water is Life, Water is Food,” calls attention to the shared responsibility we all have to protect the resources that nourish us. Here’s […]
How to Pack Healthy Lunches for Kids
Want to know how to pack healthy lunches for kids? Packing a healthy lunch doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. With a little planning, and help from Second Harvest, you can create meals that are tasty, nutritious, and affordable. Make It Colorful Aim for variety! Bright fruits and vegetables like carrots, apples, and […]
Ways to Help Food Banks on National Food Bank Day
Do you want ways to help a food bank on National Food Bank Day? You aren’t alone. Each year, National Food Bank Day reminds us of the critical role food banks play in fighting hunger. This year, the need is greater than ever. Across our 46-county service area, 100,000 more people are food insecure than […]
Honoring Juneteenth
Honoring Juneteenth means recognizing the ongoing fight for equity and access, not just in history, but in our work today. Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. They were the last people to learn of their freedom. […]
Add Color to your Diet on a Budget
It’s the perfect time to add color to your diet on a budget. Second Harvest believes everyone deserves access to fresh food. That’s why we’re sharing low-cost tips to help you get the most out of your produce for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month. Eating the rainbow doesn’t have to break the bank. Try […]
Building Sustainable Food Systems
Sustainable Food Systems nourish communities and protect the planet. That’s why World Hunger Day is emphasizing sustainable solutions to hunger. Second Harvest believes providing food for today is only part of the solution. To truly fight hunger, we must build sustainable food systems. These food systems are community-centered, climate-resilient, and designed to last. […]
Why Composting Matters in the Fight Against Hunger
Why composting matters goes far beyond protecting the environment. Composting is a powerful tool in the fight against hunger. Composting turns food waste into nutrient-rich soil. It reduces the amount of food that ends up in landfills all while supporting sustainable farming practices. That’s why composting matters. One-third of all food produced […]
Eating Healthy on a Budget for Blood Pressure Control
Is eating healthy on a budget for blood pressure control possible? Produce and heart-healthy foods often cost more. That puts them out of reach for many families. Second Harvest is working to change that. We’re committed to providing nutritious options. Last year, Second Harvest distributed more than 15.8 million pounds of produce. Fresh produce plays […]
Here is why LFPA funding matters.
Locally grown food is one of the most powerful tools we have to fight hunger. That is exactly why LFPA (Local Food Purchase Assistance) funding matters. Tony Eldridge of Eldridge Farms knows that well. Tony, along with his wife Denese, has been farming in Middle Tennessee for decades. Their farm is part of Second […]
Gardening Tips for Beginners
April is a time to dig into the soil, plant seeds of hope, and grow more than just food. Second Harvest believes gardening can be a powerful tool in the fight against hunger. Whether you’re growing herbs on your windowsill or starting your first backyard garden, every effort counts. We know not everyone is […]