Agriculture is the foundation of Minnesota’s economy, and food security is the foundation on which all Minnesotans can thrive. That is why we are calling on Minnesotans to contact their federal representatives to demand that they work together, find common ground and pass a strong, bipartisan farm bill this year. https://lnkd.in/gdrGMGXa
Second Harvest Heartland
Non-profit Organizations
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 7,977 followers
Our region’s largest hunger-relief organization. Join us in ending hunger together.
About us
Second Harvest Heartland is a leading hunger-relief organization. In partnership with more than 1,100 food shelves and hunger-relief programs in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, we provided nearly 128 million meals to neighbors last year. We also help families enroll in food assistance and provide prepared meals for people who need more than groceries. Second Harvest Heartland is a leader, convener and voice in hunger-related policy discussions. We’re working on a bold goal to cut hunger in half for all Minnesotans by 2030. With the help of the whole community, we’ll reduce hunger today by increasing access to emergency food, and prevent hunger tomorrow with policy, partnerships and one-on-one services, all while tracking progress to ensure we’re effective and accountable. There’s a role for each of us to play in making hunger history. Reach out to learn how you can join us or learn more at 2harvest.org. Social media community guidelines: https://www.2harvest.org/community-guidelines
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http://www.2harvest.org/
External link for Second Harvest Heartland
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2001
- Specialties
- Food Distribution, Food Bank, Hunger Relief, Food Shelf, and Food Pantry
Locations
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7101 Winnetka Ave N
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55428, US
Employees at Second Harvest Heartland
Updates
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We are excited to celebrate our friends and partners Wcco Radio 830 Am on 830 day for 100 years on air here in Minnesota. A constant provider of news and support to our community, WCCO Radio continues to host an annual radiothon critical to our work here at Second Harvest Heartland.
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Food shelf visits in Minnesota have soared to record levels—7.5 million visits in 2023. We need strong connections and the community’s support to ensure our neighbors have the food they need to thrive. Turn your free time into meals for the community and sign up to volunteer with a local Minnesota hunger relief partner today: https://bit.ly/3Xjoc4o
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Households facing food insecurity often also include family members living with chronic illness. A brand-new partnership between Second Harvest Heartland, The Sanneh Foundation and Community-University Health Care Center (UMN) (CUHCC) is bringing food and health care to our South Minneapolis neighbors with support from the Abbott Fund. https://bit.ly/4fVeJrn
Connecting South Minneapolis Neighbors to Fresh Produce and Health Care | 2harvest.org
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There are so many reasons why we love partnering with The Good Acre to source fresh produce from local farmers. When we buy fresh produce from The Good Acre, we are working with them to transform our food system. There are so many reasons why we love partnering with The Good Acre to source fresh produce from local farmers. When we buy fresh produce from The Good Acre, we are working with them to transform our food system. 🥬 We help local farmers sustain their livelihoods. This includes fostering job creation, community engagement, and regional prosperity. 🥬 We reduce the carbon footprint, preserve farmland, and get the best of what is in season because of shorter travel times from the ground to the table. 🥬 We help advance racial equity and serve our neighbors better by providing specialty and culturally specific items. 📸 The Early Birds Vegetable Farm
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There are many benefits of utilizing SNAP including independence, healthy food choices, and supporting the local economy. If you’ve been wondering if you should apply, we can help see if you qualify. https://bit.ly/3YZ4yvw
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This resource helps students focus less on where to find food and more on their education. We all know that when we are hungry, it's hard to think about anything else. This welcoming space can help take hunger out of the equation.
The North Hennepin Community College Food Cupboard is ready for our students on Monday!! 🍓🍋🥑🥦🥬🥒
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So, you are already registered to vote. Now, you want to take action to get more involved in your community. One way to get involved in the hunger relief system is to volunteer at your local food bank or food shelf. 🍎 At Second Harvest Heartland we always need volunteers to help pack and sort food to get out in to our community in sizes that work best for our partners. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3Mg3YSA 🍎 At your local food shelf, they most likely need volunteers to help out in a variety of ways. You can find local volunteer asks here: https://bit.ly/3Xar5UV If you aren't registered to vote yet, we can share that resource too: https://bit.ly/3YQ56E4
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It's State Fair season! The Great Minnesota Get Together returns to Saint Paul, bringing its dazzling array of vendors, livestock exhibitions, crop art, amazing music, educational experiences, and, of course, delicious eats. We hope you will visit our State Fair booth on Wright Ave between August 22nd and 25th, sign the pledge to vote on or before November 5th, and pick up your free "Hunger Is a Policy Choice" tote bag while supplies last. Your participation will help us advocate for a future where no Minnesotan goes hungry. We also wanted to highlight a few of our Second Harvest Heartland partners: whether you’re stopping by to learn more about livestock, or indulging in some State Fair treats, make sure to say thanks. https://bit.ly/4cy8Pt6
Join Second Harvest Heartland and Our Partners at the State Fair! | 2harvest.org
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We are grateful to the entire hunger-relief network for innovations that come from working together. This is such a neat way to get food and essentials to those in need.
FFEN’s board of directors visited the Metro State University Food for Thought Pantry in St. Paul. This campus pantry serves 100 to 200 students and community members a month. Rachael Mills, Director of Student Health and Basic Needs, who oversees the service, is a member of FFEN’s Campus Pantry Leader Cohort. She said the cohort allows her to hear from colleagues in her field and brainstorm creative solutions to challenges. The pantry partners with Good in the 'Hood and Second Harvest Heartland. Crisp produce and fresh, ready to heat and eat meals provided by Kitchen Coalition are the most popular products at the site.
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