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Can Second Harvest Keep Plates Full?

A large group of people wearing matching red vests pose in front of a truck with images of produce and smiling faces, showing their commitment to Fighting Hunger this Holiday with Nissan. The text on the truck reads, “Providing hope, one helping at a time.”.

Keeping plates full during the holidays can feel impossible. Gifts and travel can leave families facing tough choices. For our neighbors facing hunger, it’s a struggle to put food on the table, let alone celebrate.  Nissan is making the impossible a reality.  Nissan’s 34 years of support has helped give over 8 million meals to […]

Try This Budget-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipe

A plate of roasted Brussels sprouts is shown on the left. On the right, a smiling chef in a light green coat is pictured in a circle. Text reads: Chef Jamika’s budget-friendly Thanksgiving recipe—Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts. Curved colored lines accent the image.

Need a budget-friendly Thanksgiving recipe?    We all need a delicious and affordable dish to complete our Thanksgiving. Second Harvest has your back. Try Chef Jamika‘s Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts.    Chef Jamika is an expert in the kitchen. Her fun and friendly recipes bring bold flavors to everyday meals. Chef Jamika inspires home cooks to explore new […]

How Ascend Is Fighting Hunger and Changing Lives in Tennessee

An overhead view of open cans filled with various vegetables, including corn, peas, green beans, carrots, and mixed vegetables, arranged closely together in a grid pattern.

Ascend knows how to fight hunger.   For over a 10 years, Ascend has played a vital role the fight. Their aid, over $346,000, has changed lives.  This year, Ascend took our partnership to the next level. Their support of the Mobile Market brings fresh food to those in need. The Mobile Market delivers fresh produce, […]

Can You Manage Diabetes While Facing Food Insecurity?

Blue ribbon symbol with text Diabetes Awareness Month November on a white background, raising awareness and support for diabetes and diabetes food insecurity this November.

Managing diabetes while facing food insecurity can feel overwhelming. During National Diabetes Awareness Month, we’re discussing this intersection. Managing diabetes is tougher when access to healthy food isn’t always possible. Second Harvest is here to help. Larry struggles to keep his diabetes in check. After a stroke related to his diabetes, he could no longer […]

Keep Plates Full with Five Star

Dark blue FIVE STAR text and star logo overlay a green-tinted background featuring various fruits, vegetables, and nuts arranged in bowls and scattered.

The holidays should be filled with joy, but for some keeping plates full can be hard.  Extra costs on gifts and holiday meals can stretch tight budgets. A season of joy and celebration becomes one of worry. This time of year, the pain left from empty plates hits harder.   Five Star knows how to […]

What did Second Harvest do After Disaster Struck?

A close-up of stacked cardboard boxes wrapped in plastic. One box, labeled Second Harvest disaster relief, lists contents for a Disaster Relief Box, including entrees, fruit, snacks, and soup.

When disaster strikes, Second Harvest is here to help.  . In the wake of Milton and Helene, we have begun our relief efforts. We’re focused on providing food to impacted communities.  With 11 trucks of disaster boxes packed, we’ve delivered 613,856 meals. Almost 2000 volunteers made this happen by coming together in a time of need.  Each […]

How is Second Harvest Helping Keep John Prine’s Legacy Alive?

A person wearing a black t-shirt with a guitar graphic and the words “I got some gold inside me too. You got gold” stands in front of a table with green bins and food items, working with others in a warehouse.

Join You Got Gold in honoring John Prine by helping neighbors in need today.  The You Got Gold team volunteered at Second Harvest Food Bank. They worked to support neighbors in need.  Honoring John Prine’s Legacy Through Community Service  You Got Gold honors John Prine’s life and legacy. The event raises funds for Hello In […]

Why Jaynee Day is Leaving a Legacy of Hope 

A woman wearing a blue polo shirt and white gloves smiles while sorting green beans in a warehouse, with crates and boxes in the background.

Service to others is key in my life.  My dad worked for United Way and my mom worked in health care. Early on, I saw that helping others counts.   I followed their lead. I gave over 50 years of my life to nonprofit work. 31 of those years were spent as CEO of Second Harvest.  […]

How Can You Help Fight Hunger on World Food Day?

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Second Harvest is proud to join the global community in celebrating World Food Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about hunger and the importance of healthy, accessible food for everyone. This day, observed annually on October 16, highlights a key message that resonates with us every day—everyone should have access to the food and […]

How Do Nutritious School Lunches Impact Student Success?

A young girl with long blonde hair smiles at the camera while preparing a hamburger at a table, with a milk carton, meal tray, and vegetables in front of her. She is wearing a light blue shirt.

Access to nutritious meals is essential for every child’s growth, development, and happiness. As we celebrate National School Lunch Week, it’s the perfect time to highlight the importance of well-rounded school lunches and how they contribute to the health and success of students in our community.  Why School Lunch Matters  For many children, school lunch […]