Stars for Second Harvest: Celebrating 46 Years of Feeding Tennessee The 46th anniversary of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee is a milestone worth celebrating. It’s not just about the number; it’s about the impact – serving 46 counties across Middle and West Tennessee. One of the cornerstones of this remarkable journey is …
Friends of the Food Bank and Lee Cunningham In the heart of Middle and West Tennessee, a group of young professionals is making a significant impact through volunteerism, fundraising, and community engagement. Friends of the Food Bank, an initiative from Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, is a vibrant community of individuals aged 25-40 …
Brenton is feeling the pinch. He and his wife live with their 3-year old daughter. And despite having two incomes, they can barely pay their bills and keep their family fed. Brenton earns a decent wage as an accounts payable clerk. Combined with his wife’s part-time job, they make a little too much to qualify …
Jerick, 11, loves gym class and hopes to be a professional soccer player when he grows up. The sixth grader knows that any athlete needs fuel to excel, so he’s really glad that Second Harvestprovides nutritious food through a Kids Cafe at a Community Center in Nashville. Jerick admits that he’s a sucker for gummy …
Maya, a seventh-grade student in Nashville, loves to express herself, particularly as a writer and through the arts. She sings in the choir, and her favorite artist is composer Lin-Manuel Miranda. Maya starred in her school’s production of Moana, singing the songs Miranda wrote for the musical. In the story, Moana, a young girl, lives …
This summer marks an important milestone for Second Harvest Food Bank as we celebrate our 46th anniversary and continue our commitment to ensuring no child faces hunger with our annual Hunger Free Summer campaign. As schools close their doors for the season, many children lose access to the vital breakfasts and lunches they depend on. …
At Second Harvest Food Bank, we recognize the critical intersection between food insecurity and health. Many of our neighbors who face challenges in accessing sufficient food are also struggling to manage chronic conditions such as high blood pressure. This is often due to a reliance on inexpensive, readily available foods that are typically high in …
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To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, we are shining a spotlight on the inspiring stories of teachers who continue their dedication to service beyond the classroom. One such remarkable individual is Kristin, a retired teacher who has been volunteering with Second Harvest since 2019. Her story is not just about giving back but also about the …
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Composting is a fundamental step in the fight against hunger. Composting, or the process of taking food waste and turning it into nutrient dense soil for farming and gardening, plays a crucial role in combating hunger by reducing the amount of food waste that ends up in landfills. Globally, approximately one-third of all food produced …
Food insecurity and mental health are deeply interconnected issues that affect millions of people worldwide. At Second Harvest Food Bank, we recognize the importance of addressing both to ensure holistic well-being. Today, we want to explore the complex relationship between mental health and food insecurity to shed a light on how lacking reliable access to …
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