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The Second Harvest Heartland Blog

The MNbenefits Application is a Game-Changer for Minnesota Families

November 24, 2021 By: Rachel Sosnowchik - Public Affairs Specialist  

The Minnesota Department of Human Services’ new benefits application, MNbenefits, can be used to apply for nine different assistance programs, cuts application times down and makes it easier for families to access valuable supports to meet their basic needs.
From St. James to Robbinsdale, Our School Partners Deliver for Kids and Families

November 10, 2021 By: Alauna Yust - Guest Contributor

Childhood hunger in Minnesota is serious, affecting nearly 200,000 kids right now. At Second Harvest Heartland, we are collaborating with school districts and other community partners to make sure that every child can access the nutritious meals they need to succeed.
Community Solutions: Partnering to End Hunger at the Local Level

November 4, 2021 By: Alauna Yust - Guest Contributor

At Second Harvest Heartland, we fight to end hunger every day by working closely with more than 1,000 agency partner programs throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Listening closely to the unique needs of every community is one of the most important parts of successful collaboration.