Hunger Matters

The Second Harvest Heartland Blog

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.
This Mother’s Goal is to Provide

August 31, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Yang grew up with nothing, as a mother her goal is to provide – for her kids, relatives and community.
Derek hasn’t had lunch all year

August 30, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Susan shares the story of Derek* and her own story of hunger, the inspiration for Hands & Feet.
Hurricane Harvey and How You Can Help

August 29, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

As a supporter of Second Harvest Heartland, you have the opportunity to help provide relief for those affected by Hurricane Harvey through the Feeding America Network
“Grandma” Helps Reduce Stigma at St. Paul School

August 25, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Having struggled with hunger herself, Debi knows the importance of getting help.
How Does Giving at Work… Work?

August 24, 2017 By: JT Pinther

In the past year, Cargill employees and their families have given more than $85,000 toward ending hunger in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
A Free Meal Brightened This Child’s Whole Summer

August 23, 2017 By: JT Pinther

The Summer Food Service Program had a great year across many sites all over Minnesota.
Two Layoffs and an Open Heart Surgery

August 15, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Food is something we all need to thrive. Faced with little choice, Kandy started going to a food pantry.
Growing Up Hungry Next to Growing Food

August 11, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Child hunger is not just an urban issue—it’s suburban and it’s rural too.
Behind the Computer Screen: My Experience as a Digital Marketing Intern

August 9, 2017 By: Sarah Rayburn

As our digital marketing intern moves on from her time here, she shares about her experiences at Second Harvest Heartland.