Annual Summit 2025 pattern

Make Hunger History Summit

Forging New Pathways

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The first annual Make Hunger History Summit is an opportunity for Minnesota's most innovative hunger relief and human service organizations to gather, assess food insecurity in our state, and collaborate on strategy to address the ongoing hunger crisis. Hosted by Second Harvest Heartland, the theme of the inaugural summit is Forging New Pathways.

Learn from subject matter experts and network with other passionate leaders in the state as we come together to build connections and spark new ideas. Breakout sessions focus on food program operations, advocacy and systems change and nonprofit management—all important pieces of success for the short and long term. 

  • Registration is $25 per person and includes a full day of sessions plus breakfast and lunch.
  • Due to space restrictions, we are asking that no more than three people from each organization attend.
  • A room block is available at the hotel next door to the conference center. Book your room here by January 7.
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Join Us

on Friday, January 31!

8 a.m. — 6 p.m.

Heritage Center - 6155 Earle Brown Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55430

Register by January 22


Conference Highlights

Keynote Speakers on the State of Hunger in MN

Hear from national and statewide leaders about the hunger crisis and what we can accomplish when we work together. See new data around the current state of hunger in Minnesota and be inspired by this connected and innovative network.
Second Harvest Heartland CEO, Allison O'Toole speaks at a podium

Breakout Sessions to choose your own learnings

Choose from fifteen breakout sessions to customize your learning. Each led by a panel of experts, breakout sessions cover food program operations, advocacy and systems change, and nonprofit management.
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Networking and Connections

Strengthen existing relationships and make new connections with fellow agencies, Second Harvest Heartland staff, and other nonprofit leaders. The day includes networking time between sessions as well as a dedicated social hour at the end of the day.
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