What is the Connection Between Mental Health and Food Insecurity?
For neighbors like Kerry, the connection between mental health and food insecurity is personal. Kerry spent her career in health care. She devoted years of her life to supporting others’ mental health. She knows how essential proper nutrition is for emotional stability and well-being. “We live in a camper, so this helps tremendously, especially with […]
Free Summer Meals Help Kids Like Brennan Stay Happy and Healthy
Free summer meals are an important part of Second Harvest’s mission. Across Middle and West Tennessee, over 116,000 children face hunger. When school is out for summer, many lose access to the school meals they depend on during the school year. Families suddenly need to provide an extra 10 meals per child every […]
Where to Get Summer Meals for Kids in Nashville
Looking for where to get summer meals for kids in Nashville? Look no further than Second Harvest Kids Cafes. School may end in the summer, but the workday doesn’t. Paying for safe and reliable after-school care can cost hundreds of dollars a week. That is a massive burden to bear. Kids Cafe […]
The Emotional Toll of Hunger
The emotional toll of hunger can be felt the deepest. There is a complex relationship between food insecurity and mental health. For many neighbors, the impact of food insecurity reaches far beyond an empty stomach. Households that are chronically food insecure have higher levels of distress. That distress can manifest in various ways. […]
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 […]
Legal Aid in Middle Tennessee
Hunger doesn’t exist in a vacuum. We know food insecurity results in empty pantries and skipped meals. What causes food insecurity, though, can be harder to pinpoint. It can start with a job loss, an unexpected bill, or a legal issue. When these challenges spiral, people lose the resources they need. That is why Second […]
How Important is Healthy Food for Mothers and Babies?
The secret to a thriving life is healthy food for mothers and babies. World Health Day 2025 is bringing attention to maternal and newborn health. Second Harvest knows how vital food is during pregnancy and when a child is very young. Proper nutrition supports a healthy pregnancy. It reduces complications during childbirth and gives newborns […]