Second Harvest Heartland is a nonprofit organization that works to end hunger in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Founded in 1974, Second Harvest Heartland has been providing food assistance to those in need for over 45 years. The organization is a member of Feeding America, a nationwide network of food banks.
What We Do
Second Harvest Heartland collects, warehouses, and distributes food to over 1,000 food shelves, pantries, and other hunger-relief programs in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The organization also provides education and advocacy on issues related to hunger and poverty.
Impact
In 2019, Second Harvest Heartland distributed over 97 million meals to those in need. The organization serves an average of 532,000 people each year. Second Harvest Heartland’s work helps to alleviate hunger and food insecurity in the communities it serves.
Giving
Second Harvest Heartland relies on the generosity of donors to fund its programs and services. Donations can be made online, by mail, or by phone. The organization also accepts in-kind donations of food and other items.
Grants
Second Harvest Heartland offers grants to partner organizations that work to alleviate hunger and food insecurity. Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Research
Second Harvest Heartland conducts research on hunger and poverty in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The organization’s research helps to inform its programs and services, as well as educate the public on issues related to hunger and poverty.
Programs & Services
Second Harvest Heartland offers a variety of programs and services to help alleviate hunger and food insecurity in the communities it serves. These include:
– Food distribution to food shelves, pantries, and other hunger-relief programs
– Mobile food pantries
– Summer food service programs for children
– BackPack program, which provides children with nutritious food to take home on weekends
– Senior food box program, which provides seniors with a box of nutritious food each month
Careers & Volunteer
Second Harvest Heartland offers career opportunities and volunteer positions for those interested in helping to end hunger in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Volunteer opportunities include sorting and packing food, assisting with events, and advocacy work.
Funded Partners
Second Harvest Heartland partners with over 1,000 hunger-relief programs in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. These partners include food shelves, pantries, meal programs, and other organizations that work to alleviate hunger and food insecurity.
Training & Certification
Second Harvest Heartland offers training and certification programs for those interested in working in the hunger-relief field. These programs include ServSafe certification, which is required for those handling food in a professional setting.
Contact Information
Second Harvest Heartland can be contacted by phone at 651-484-5117 or by email at [email protected]. The organization’s headquarters are located at 1140 Gervais Ave, St Paul, MN 55109.
FAQ
Answers to frequently asked questions about Second Harvest Heartland can be found on the organization’s website.
Web Links
– Second Harvest Heartland website: https://www.2harvest.org/
– Feeding America website: https://www.feedingamerica.org/
Google Map Coordinates
Second Harvest Heartland’s headquarters can be found at the following Google Map coordinates: 45.039701, -93.033182.
