Hunger Matters

The Second Harvest Heartland Blog

Breaking New Ground: Farmers are Crucial Hunger Fighters in the COVID-19 Era

May 26, 2020 By: Allison O'Toole

Farmers play an often-invisible role in the fight against hunger. One way the agriculture community and Second Harvest Heartland have come together is through a program called Farm to Food Shelf.
Minnesota Central Kitchen Teams Up with Surly Brewing Co. to Provide More Meals

May 19, 2020 By: Kelsie Young

Surly will repurpose their kitchen and re-employ their culinary staff to prepare up to 4,000 ready-to-eat meals every week.
Produce Delivered to Every Corner of the County

May 11, 2020 By: Jennifer Sheda

Morrison County Food Shelf and Morrison County employees worked together to provide an “outside the box” emergency produce distribution in response to the COVID-19 crisis.
A Network Rises to the Food Rescue Challenge Amidst COVID-19

May 8, 2020 By: Matt Latterell

Alongside booming rates of hunger during COVID-19, high numbers of restaurants, caterers, and cafeterias have closed—meaning a sharp rise in food with nowhere to go. Since the start of last month’s relief efforts, we’ve rescued nearly half a million pounds of that food.
Hear From Our Hunger-fighters on the Frontlines

May 7, 2020 By: Paige Iverson

Our employees are more motivated than ever to continue their essential work and fulfill our mission to End Hunger Together.
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