Hunger Matters

The Second Harvest Heartland Blog

Kaylee’s Wise and Generous Beyond Her Years

January 25, 2018 By: JT Pinther

With the help of her parents, 11-year-old Kaylee has delivered more than 2,000 pounds of food Second Harvest Heartland, showing immense thoughtfulness and empathy.
A roof over our head or food on our plates?

January 23, 2018 By: Marie Pauley

Rent or food? This is a decision John, a single father of three faces regularly.
Volunteer Families Helped Pack Almost 15,000 Meals in One Day!

January 16, 2018 By: JT Pinther

It was another great Bring Your Child to Serve Day. Learn what some of the volunteers shared about volunteering and service on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Volunteering with the Kids—Free, Fun and Meaningful!

January 15, 2018 By: JT Pinther

Sometimes it’s hard to find a fun, free activity for the whole family when it’s cold outside. Why not take the kids volunteering and help a neighbor at the same time?
Hunger Relief in 2017 By the Numbers

January 12, 2018 By: JT Pinther

After crunching some numbers, Second Harvest Heartland presents just a few hunger statistics and hunger relief efforts from 2017.
Hungry Neighbor Follow-Up: How Is Sarah’s Family Today?

January 9, 2018 By: JT Pinther

We had the chance to hear how Sarah and her family have been since they first accessed food help from Second Harvest Heartland two summers ago.
Is Food the Most Flexible Expense?

January 5, 2018 By: JT Pinther

Based on a true story, 70-year-old Earl struggles to prioritize his expenses on a tight budget. The expense he cuts first? Food.
Having Been a Donor, Jay Never Thought He’d Need a Food Shelf

January 3, 2018 By: JT Pinther

Jay, still feeling the effects of the recession 10 years later, shares his story.
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

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!

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.
Keeping Family Traditions Alive With a Holiday Meal

November 30, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Rescue Now Services is working to give people struggling to make ends meet one less thing to worry about.