Stories of Hunger, Help and Hope
Hunger is personal. It can take its toll on anyone, anywhere, changing the way people live their lives.
When you donate money, volunteer time or food to us, your involvement does so much for families who are hurting. Take a look at real stories that bring our work at Second Harvest Heartland to life.
No Child Should Go Hungry
Currently, one in eight children in our region will struggle to find food at some point this year.
Faces of Hunger
Every day, one in 11 people in Minnesota and western Wisconsin struggles with hunger, even though there’s more than enough food available.
Never too young
Dylan and Henry take the spirit of hunger relief door to door.
When a fixed income isn’t quite enough
Seniors are the fastest growing segment of people visiting food shelves.
‘I shouldn’t be embarrassed to ask for help’
When job loss leads to an empty cupboard, Stephanie finds the resources she needs.
Making a living out of making a difference
One box of food at a time, Second Harvest Heartland employee Mary McDonald sees the impact of one-on-one giving.
Delivering food and spreading hope
Dwight Peach, a Second Harvest Heartland truck driver, starts his workdays around 4 a.m., picking up food rescue products from local retailers…
