2026 Make Hunger History Summit
Emerging Stronger
After a challenging year for the hunger relief sector and with neighbors facing increased barriers, the 2nd Annual Make Hunger History Summit is an opportunity to understand the current state of hunger in Minnesota and explore ways to find more collaborative, lasting solutions.
Together we’ll work toward the vision that with continued collaboration, adaptation and bold ideas, our communities —and our network—can emerge from challenging times stronger.
Throughout the day, we’ll hear from statewide leaders; attend breakout sessions led by food shelf leaders and community organizations; and build lasting connections.
Join Us
Friday, February 27!
8 a.m. — 6 p.m.
Heritage Center - 6155 Earle Brown Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55430
Highlights
Hear from hunger relief and community leaders on how our network is preparing to address the hunger crisis. We'll discuss key collaborative efforts to find the balance between immediate impact and longer term prevention strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Individuals may register here before February 13, 2026.
If you would like to request a scholarship to cover the cost of registration, please fill out this form.
In January 2024, we launched Make Hunger History, a bold community-wide effort to help 90% of Minnesotans find food security by 2030. This summit is an opportunity to meet this current challenging moment in hunger relief and decide together how we and our communities can emerge stronger.
This summit is designed for leaders in hunger relief or human services who are energized about learning and collaborating. Attendees will contemplate the current state of food security in Minnesota and dig into detailed and big picture solutions to better serve our communities and end hunger in our state.
Everyone from board members to volunteers to executive directors to interns will find information relevant to their work in hunger relief presented at the summit.
Yes! We have a block of rooms available from Thursday February 26 to Saturday February 28, 2026 at The Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis North, next door to the Heritage Center. Rooms in this block must be booked by February 5, 2026.
- The flat rate is $129.00 per night, plus 14.525% tax.
- The group code is: [ CES919]
- The cancellation policy is 72 hours prior to arrival.
Book your room in the hotel block by using this link: Second Harvest Heartland Booking Link - Embassy Suites.
Yes, there is ample free parking outside the Heritage Center.
Yes, your ticket includes breakfast and lunch, as well as beverages and snacks. Please provide any dietary requirements when you fill out your registration form so we can have an appropriate meal ready for you.
Yes, the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center is wheelchair accessible.
There will be dedicated rooms for prayer, privacy, and workspace available for all summit attendees.
No, childcare is not provided during the summit.
Yes, if you would like to attend the summit but are unable to pay the $25 registration fee, please fill out this form.
This conference is an in-person event with no virtual option. In the event of bad weather, we will communicate a virtual back-up plan to attendees.
Sessions will not be recorded, but materials will be available following the summit.
Please email us at MHHSummit@2harvest.org with any additional questions!