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  • Deane's Story

    Deane's Story

    March 30, 2016 By: Meghan Meints

    Food or medicine? Deane shares her story about visiting the local food shelf for the first time after medical bills spread her family’s finances too thin.

  • 2016 Hunger Hero Award Winners

    2016 Hunger Hero Award Winners

    March 24, 2016 By: Marie Pauley Tags: hunger heroes, end hunger

    We're pleased to announce the recipients of Second Harvest Heartland's annual Hunger Hero awards, an award created to honor and recognize organizational partners who make a compassionate and transformational impact on those who are hungry in the heartland.

  • Local Restaurants Put the “Dish” in Dish: Cuisine for Change

    Local Restaurants Put the “Dish” in Dish: Cuisine for Change

    March 22, 2016 By: Marie Pauley

    This year’s Dish event will feature gourmet food from 19 local chefs and restaurants – it’s a lineup you don’t want to miss.

  • Volunteer Spotlight of the Month: Kathy Grovum

    Volunteer Spotlight of the Month: Kathy Grovum

    March 16, 2016 By: Sara Blair

    For Second Harvest Heartland volunteer Kathy Grovum, volunteering means helping those who are in need get the help they deserve. Kathy has been volunteering with Second Harvest Heartland for nine months as a Supplemental Food Assistance Program (SNAP) and Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) volunteer.

  • Local Hunger Facts

    Local Hunger Facts

    March 10, 2016 By: Marie Pauley

    Our work focuses on how to alleviate the tremendous stress of not having enough, so that people can move on with their lives. Here are some facts about our work and local hunger.

  • Help Keep Local Food Shelves Stocked

    Help Keep Local Food Shelves Stocked

    March 8, 2016 By: Marie Pauley

    This March, join a different kind of food fight and support local food shelves through the Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign.

  • Volunteers Make a Difference

    Volunteers Make a Difference

    March 4, 2016 By: Sara Blair

    At Second Harvest Heartland, we depend on our volunteers. Read here for the number of volunteers needed daily for three important volunteer opportunities, and how you can help.

  • Families Like Artesian's are Facing Tough Choices

    Families Like Artesian's are Facing Tough Choices

    March 3, 2016 By: Marie Pauley

    As a mother and caretaker, Artesian is grateful for the food shelf and support from Second Harvest Heartland. The additional food support allows her family to have healthy, complete meals without giving up on other necessities.

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