Archives: Hunger Matters

The Second Harvest Heartland Blog

A Roof Over Our Heads and Food to Fill Our Stomachs

September 29, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

The Thanksgiving season isn’t always easy for Maria and her family. This year, they’re focused on what they have versus what they don’t.
Food or Funds?

September 28, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Our Food & Fund Drives got a refresh, and now there’s a way to make an even greater impact when you host a Drive with Second Harvest Heartland.
UnitedHealthcare Helps Make Produce Possible for Seniors

September 26, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Check out this powerful video sharing the story our fresh produce distributions and partners that make it possible.
Can by Can Architects Raise Awareness of Hunger

September 22, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

This year marked Mike's 11th year participating in Canstruction. Over the years the meaning of the competition has changed and impact on hunger relief has grown.
Meet Rochelle

September 19, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Read Rochelle’s story and learn about how you can still help this Hunger Action Month.
CEAP’S Farm Fresh Fest Builds Community

September 15, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

We cannot do our work alone. Our partner, CEAP, shares about their work in Northwest Hennepin and Anoka Counties to reach our hungry neighbors with more than just food.
Ready to Go Orange for Hunger Action Day?

September 13, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Sept. 14 is Hunger Action Day, join us and help spread the work by turning Minnesota orange!
Update: How You Can Help Families Impacted by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma

September 12, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

We are proud to be part of a national community of food bank partners that quickly join forces to provide support to our neighbors in need across the entire U.S.
What Could Happen if you Teach Others to Grow and Share Produce?

September 8, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

As a produce grower, making a donation to help feed hungry neighbors is important. But, imagine the impact if others also learned to grow and share.
A Dream Ended and Hunger Set In

September 7, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Tamica always dreamed of opening her own salon. When that dream ended, her need for access to fresh, healthy food became imperative.
Everything We Leave Behind Is a Statement About Who We Are

September 5, 2017 By: JT Pinther

It can be uncomfortable to talk about what will happen to your assets someday. But Arlene and David Mitchell see it a little differently.
Help Fill Another Table During Hunger Action Month

September 1, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

September is Hunger Action Month, a time of year where individuals nationwide mobilize to raise awareness of the issue of hunger.