Hunger Matters

The Second Harvest Heartland Blog

Today is Give to the Max Day!

November 16, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Ending hunger takes a community. Join your fellow Minnesotans on Thursday, Nov. 16 for Give to the Max Day and help ensure that no one spends this Thanksgiving with empty plates and empty stomachs.
What Hunger Looks Like for Abbey

November 15, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Poverty came quickly to Abbey and her family, but they no longer have to struggle with hunger.
6 Ways to Talk About Hunger with Family During the Holidays

November 13, 2017 By: JT Pinther

It may not be the easiest topic to bring up over a holiday meal, but talking about hunger with loved ones is one of the best ways to raise awareness.
Veterans Facing Hunger at Home

November 11, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Correy served in four separate deployments. Now he’s a husband and father of three struggling to provide enough food for his family.
Giving at Work: Standing Behind Your Core Purpose

November 7, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Short Elliott Hendrickson has been a dedicated corporate partner for us for years. Find out how they came to support hunger relief as a company.
One of Our Longtime Food Shelf Partners Reaches Major Milestone!

November 6, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Division of Indian Work has been operating for 65 years, and they are doing amazing work in Native American communities.
Hippo Campus to Headline Heartbeat for Hunger

November 3, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Learn why local band ‘Hippo Campus’ is coming home to the Twin Cities Nov. 25 to help fight hunger at the Fine Line Music Cafe.
On Give to the Max Day You Can Help Families Like Michelle’s

November 1, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

The food shelf helped Michelle and her family have just enough for a holiday meal, two small gifts and keeping the lights on in their home. This Give to the Max Day, you can help families like Michelle’s. Read her story and schedule your gift.
The Next Frontier in Food Donation

October 30, 2017 By: Jeff Ambroz

Have you ever enjoyed a catered meal or sat at a restaurant and wondered what happens to the food that businesses prepare, but don’t sell? We have.
Rescuing Imperfect Produce

October 27, 2017 By: Jeff Ambroz

Mike is a Produce Manager for Lunds & Byerlys. He takes pride in produce available to shoppers, but is even more proud about the quality food he’s able to rescue to help feed hungry households.
Food Waste is a Billion-Pound Problem

October 26, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

With millions of pounds of healthy food available for donation at retail grocers, local farms, food manufacturers and other places, there’s opportunity to reduce waste, help sustain the environment, and connect our hungry neighbors with more balanced nutrition.
Using Every Crumb

October 24, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

At Grace Place, individuals and families benefit from healthy meals planned around weekly deliveries from Second Harvest Heartland.
The First Thing You Do on Thanksgiving Morning

October 20, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Food can get you out of bed on Thanksgiving morning, but maybe not in the way that you think.
Reaching Hungry Teens

October 19, 2017 By: JT Pinther

Food + You is moving to include high schools, reaching even more families in our community!
Volunteer Reflects on Her Own Food Waste Habits

October 18, 2017 By: JT Pinther

After volunteering at a produce distribution, Bhavana looks at hunger and food waste differently.
Building Bridges with Produce

October 13, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

For many seniors in rural southwestern Minnesota, asking for help with food is something that rarely crosses their minds, produce is helping change that.
When the water stops running

October 11, 2017 By: JT Pinther

This single dad works full-time, but he can’t always make ends meet with just one source of income.
Hunger in the News

October 6, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Recent news stories about the issue of hunger.
Hunger Action Month Helps Raise Nearly 250,000 Meals

October 2, 2017 By: Marie Pauley

Throughout September you've donated, volunteered, joined us at events and lit the state orange. All in the name of Hunger Action Month, thank you!
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.