Quadruple Your Donation Impact for Nutrition Month
Quadruple your donation impact to fight hunger through a limited-time Nutrition Month match! Thanks to a generous group of donors, every dollar you give today will be multiplied—unlocking up to $100,000 to help provide nutritious food to neighbors across our 46-county service area. Families facing food insecurity are often forced to rely on low-cost, low-nutrition […]
Millions Losing Health Insurance in 2026
Losing health insurance in 2026 is not an abstract policy shift. This change will reshape daily life for millions of Americans, including many here in Nashville. About 4 million people are expected to lose coverage this year after Congress allowed enhanced subsidies to expire at the end of 2025. Those most affected include small business […]
It’s Nutrition Month in Middle Tennessee
Nutrition Month in Middle Tennessee is a time to focus on a simple, yet powerful truth: the food on our plates is the foundation of our health. At Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we see every day how access to nutritious food can change lives. Hunger is not just about empty stomachs. It […]
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 […]