Hunger Matters

The Second Harvest Heartland Blog

Four Ways We’ve Adjusted to Respond to COVID-19

May 5, 2020 By: Thierry Ibri

In order to meet the increase in demand that has come with these difficult times, Second Harvest Heartland has reinvented the way we deliver food to the community.
#GiveAtHomeMN—Minnesotans come together to support nonprofits impacted by COVID-19

May 1, 2020 By: Rachel Bittner

While COVID-19 affects our community, helping our neighbors in need is more critical than ever. During the week of May 1–8, Minnesotans will come together through the #GiveAtHomeMN campaign.
A Special Thank You to Our Volunteers

April 28, 2020 By: Kelsie Young

This year more than ever we are reminded of the power of human connection and coming together.
Business Not as Usual: Food Production and Distribution in a Pandemic

April 24, 2020 By: Andrew Ranallo

Minnesota Central Kitchen partners shift operations during the COVID-19 crisis to serve fresh meals to hungry Minnesotans.
Rescuing Food—A Sustainable Way to Solve Hunger

April 22, 2020 By: Kelsie Young

Earth Day is a chance to celebrate how working to end hunger and doing good for the planet can go hand-in-hand. Our Retail Food Rescue program saves millions of pounds of wholesome food from going to landfills each year.
From Receiving Food-assistance to the Frontlines of Fighting Hunger

April 20, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

Ruth understands what it feels like to need help, and that’s why she gives back by volunteering at Second Harvest Heartland.
Coming Together to Feed More Minnesotans: The Story Behind Minnesota Central Kitchen

April 17, 2020 By: Andrew Ranallo

In early March, as restaurants began to close amidst COVID-19, a team of restaurants, caterers, and hunger-fighting organizations banded together to help feed those in need.
A Father’s Philanthropic Legacy Helps Feed Minnesotans

April 16, 2020 By: Briana Gruenewald

Three years ago, Jack Nachtigal lost his father to cancer. Since his passing, Jack started Jerry’s Day of Kindness to turn his sadness into a celebration of his dad and the cause Jerry passionately supported.
Q & A with Hunger-fighter Dave Henseler

April 13, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

Dave uses his unique skills to make a difference in the lives of his hungry neighbors.
Packing Up Produce for the Lower Sioux Community

April 10, 2020 By: Briana Gruenewald

The Lower Sioux Indian Community has felt the significant economic blow due to COVID-19. Fortunately, the Second Harvest Heartland warehouse was ripe with fresh fruits and vegetables ready to feed those families.
Senior Hunger in Rural Minnesota

April 6, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

As the coronavirus continues to spread, it’s becoming increasingly clear that older adults are being hit hardest. Murray County in Greater Minnesota is home to a large population of seniors. Murray County Aging & Volunteer Services is trying to reach them.
Thank you, Volunteers!

April 1, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

Volunteers are an integral part of our work at Second Harvest Heartland. We couldn't do what we do without our amazing community of helpers.
United In Hunger Relief

March 31, 2020 By:

Minnesota hunger-relief organizations united in service to the community, announce that food is available, and more is on the way.
Get Help Finding Food - We Have the Resources You Need!

March 27, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

We're working around the clock to deliver as much food as possible to local families and our food shelf and meal program partners. Use this resource if you need food assistance.
Introducing: Minnesota Central Kitchen

March 17, 2020 By: Second Harvest Heartland

Restaurants step in to feed a community in need
High School Students Reflect on the Problem of Hunger

March 6, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

Volunteering at Second Harvest Heartland can have a big impact, not only on the hungry families we serve but on the volunteers themselves.
Know the Signs of Child Hunger

March 5, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

While many kids in our service area may be looking forward to a spring break vacation from school, many others—those who don’t have enough to eat and rely on school meals to keep hunger at bay—may be dreading it.
Meet the Harvest Crew

March 2, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

Connecting healthy surplus food from retailers and food service operators to those who need it most takes a mighty team. And that's exactly what we have at Second Harvest Heartland.
The Secret to Setting Kids Up for Success?

February 28, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

Making breakfast part of the regular school day, just like lunch, gives kids the fuel they need to learn and grow. And studies show that when a nutritious breakfast is served during the school day, students’ grades, behavior, and attendance improve.
Celebrate the Most Important Meal of the Day

February 28, 2020 By: Tina Mortimer

It’s National School Breakfast Week and we’re partnering with No Kid Hungry to help schools start a breakfast program or increase students’ participation in a current breakfast program through a fun, friendly competition.