“In a world where many of us are removed from the sources of our food, our local farmers’ work stands as a vital link between the land and our tables,” says our Director of Development, Rachael Ellis. That’s why over the past several months, Second Harvest visited the 4 Tennessee farms of our newly instated Farm Advisors. We’re thrilled to be sharing all we’ve learned, seen, heard, and even tasted from each of these farm visits with the community!
Happy Hunger Action Month! Want to be a Hunger Action Hero this September by following a recipe for yourself or your family? As we highlight the importance of shelf-stable proteins this H.A.M., we’ve got two unique and tasty options from our Nutritionist to choose from: Noodles with Peanut Butter Sauce and Veggie Loaded Tuna Salad!
Recipes for Hunger Action Month Read More
Juanita at Wesley House, a partner pantry utilizing client choice, shares that our Food Rescue truck deliveries provide cold food, meats, and other items that the pantry couldn’t otherwise afford. “I want whoever’s donating to know they’re just as important as I am. Every one of us is a puzzle [piece], and we have to fit together to make it work,” she says.
Agency Visit Interview: Wesley House Read More
This month, Second Harvest would like to educate and bring awareness to the benefits and importance of a term in food banking known as “Client Choice,” as it relates to one way our partner agencies serve our neighbors experiencing food insecurity in East Tennessee. The “Client Choice” model is one in which a food pantry offers community members the ability to shop and make decisions about what they receive, as opposed to distributing pre-boxed or bagged items.
Why Choose Client Choice? Read More
March is the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ National Nutrition Month® campaign. The theme for 2024 is “Beyond the Table.” Throughout this month, we’ll be exploring how the food we eat can nourish our bodies, minds, and spirits in an environmentally sustainable and budget-friendly way. Check out these tips for thinking “beyond the table” for National Nutrition Month® this year.
How to Celebrate National Nutrition Month® 2024 Read More
There are some stigmas around canned food items, like the belief that it is “unhealthy” in comparison to fresh or frozen foods. While fresh and frozen produce, proteins, and dairy might be what you choose for you and your family, Second Harvest is here to break the stigma behind canned foods.
Food Bank Myth Busting: Canned Foods Read More
Amidst the hustle and bustle of accomplishing New Year’s resolutions and re-establishing routines, we want to encourage you to take this month not as a time to sprint full-speed ahead, but rather to slow down and consider the new year intentionally and deliberately. What do you wish to bring into 2024 with you? Are there new things you’d like to try? How can you be a good friend to your neighbors — and yourself?
Begin Your Year With Second Harvest Read More
At Second Harvest, $1 typically provides 3 meals, but on DYD, $1 provides 6 entire meals for our neighbors experiencing food insecurity in East Tennessee. We hope you’ll join us in giving back on this exciting day!
Double Your Donation Day Read More
The leaves are changing colors, meals are being shared, and we’ve noticed a renewed sense of togetherness as the year draws to a close. Here at Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee, this time of year also means reflecting on our blessings.
Thank You From Second Harvest Read More
There are a variety of reasons that may keep people from accessing food banks or pantries — uncertainty of where to go, concern over qualifications or paperwork — but it’s clear that the stigma around food-bank usage is one factor preventing people from utilizing the resources they need.
Food Banks Aren’t Scary Read More
