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  • 6 Amazing Moments of 2017 (That You Made Possible)

    6 Amazing Moments of 2017 (That You Made Possible)

    December 29, 2017 By: JT Pinther

    From sighs of relief from families who come to us for help, to energizing conversations about food justice in a room full of dedicated thought leaders, 2017 brought some special moments to Second Harvest Heartland.

  • Weather Shouldn’t Decide if You’ll Have Enough Money for Food

    Weather Shouldn’t Decide if You’ll Have Enough Money for Food

    December 27, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

    Katie and Matt’s income is dependent on the weather, so providing for a family of four can be difficult in the winter months.

  • Happy Holidays & Thank You!

    Happy Holidays & Thank You!

    December 21, 2017 By: JT Pinther

    As the holiday season approaches, we at Second Harvest Heartland can’t help but reflect on the generosity and support we’ve received this year.

  • Freight Farm Ready to Get Growing!

    Freight Farm Ready to Get Growing!

    December 20, 2017 By: Bob Branham - Director of Produce Strategy

    Our first crops of lettuces and other greens will be harvested in late January and continuous every week going forward after that.

  • Having Beaten a Serious Illness, Jim Has a New 2018 Goal

    Having Beaten a Serious Illness, Jim Has a New 2018 Goal

    December 19, 2017 By: JT Pinther

    “From now on, I want to help people like they helped me.”

  • An Internship Experience that Couldn’t Be Bought

    An Internship Experience that Couldn’t Be Bought

    December 15, 2017 By: JT Pinther

    Kim, now in seminary, said she will always remember one single mom whose life changed forever thanks to Kim’s help.

  • A Holiday Meal at Home

    A Holiday Meal at Home

    December 14, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

    After medical bills are paid and doctor visits are covered, Carol and her family have little left for food, especially during the holidays.

  • Passion for Hunger Relief and Innovation Drive New Board Members

    Passion for Hunger Relief and Innovation Drive New Board Members

    December 13, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

    Four new members recently joined the Second Harvest Heartland Board of Directors. Read more about their passion for hunger relief, innovation and why they joined.

  • Loretta Brings Remarkable Empathy When Helping Her Neighbors

    Loretta Brings Remarkable Empathy When Helping Her Neighbors

    December 8, 2017 By: JT Pinther

    Loretta is motivated to fight for hungry families for many reasons, but part of her deep empathy is from her own experiences when she’s needed help.

  • In Order to Help, Sometimes We Need a Little Help

    In Order to Help, Sometimes We Need a Little Help

    December 7, 2017 By: JT Pinther

    Regardless of how hard it is to make ends meet with a very limited budget, being able to provide for others is something Donald prioritizes.

  • Hydroponic Farming, an Unexpected Innovation

    Hydroponic Farming, an Unexpected Innovation

    December 4, 2017 By: Bob Branham - Director of Produce Strategy

    Questioning our position as a food bank in the food production supply chain and on the nutritional value of produce we provide has led to an unexpected innovation. Learn more about the Hydroponic Farming pilot from our Produce Strategy Manager.

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