@2harvest

MN and western WI’s leading hunger-relief organization. Supporting neighbors through food distribution, advocacy & innovation. Join us in making hunger history.

 Brooklyn Park, MN
2harvest.org
Joined August 2008
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Gather your friends, family, or coworkers & make a hands-on impact in our community during Hunger Action Month! From food sorting & packing to other skill-based projects, volunteers play a vital role in supporting our neighbors in need. 🤝Take action: bit.ly/4A7vSrM
A person stands with arms raised, holding food items while volunteering with Second Harvest Heartland. Several people in the background are packing boxes. A "Volunteer" badge is visible in the lower right corner.

ALT A person stands with arms raised, holding food items while volunteering with Second Harvest Heartland. Several people in the background are packing boxes. A "Volunteer" badge is visible in the lower right corner.

Two volunteers packing boxes at Second Harvest Heartland

ALT Two volunteers packing boxes at Second Harvest Heartland

A Second Harvest Heartland Volunteer wearing a hairnet, gloves, and a lab coat is sealing a bag with a machine, surrounded by bags of food. Two others in similar attire work in the background.

ALT A Second Harvest Heartland Volunteer wearing a hairnet, gloves, and a lab coat is sealing a bag with a machine, surrounded by bags of food. Two others in similar attire work in the background.

A group of volunteers at Second Harvest Heartland sorting and baging potatoes into mesh bags. They are wearing gloves and navy shirts with "Danny" visible on the back. A volunteer sticker on the image has a hand symbol and the word "Volunteer" repeated.

ALT A group of volunteers at Second Harvest Heartland sorting and baging potatoes into mesh bags. They are wearing gloves and navy shirts with "Danny" visible on the back. A volunteer sticker on the image has a hand symbol and the word "Volunteer" repeated.

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Second Harvest Heartland retweeted
FOX 9
@FOX9
Sep 9
Second Harvest Heartland was collecting leftover ingredients and supplies from Minnesota State Fair vendors on Tuesday for Minnesota’s hunger relief network. fox9.com/news/minnesota-stat…

Minnesota State Fair vendors donate over 10K pounds of leftovers to local food shelves

Second Harvest Heartland was collecting leftover ingredients and supplies from Minnesota State Fair vendors on Tuesday for Minnesota’s hunger relief network.

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Second Harvest Heartland retweeted
HandsOn Twin Cities@HOTC
Aug 28
This Sept. 11 marks the 25th anniversary, and @911day is bringing volunteers together across 50 cities to pack 17M+ meals, with 276,500 staying local for @2harvest. The Twin Cities needs Event Support Volunteers, and you can help make it happen. Sign up - 911day.org/meal-packs-suppor…
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Nervous about the cost of groceries adding up? You may be eligible for SNAP monthly benefits. Our friendly Care Center team is here to help. Call or text them at 866-844-3663, Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can also “schedule a call” using this link: 2harvest.org/find-food
person picking out food from a fridge at store

ALT person picking out food from a fridge at store

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In the past few months, the Volunteer Center welcomed three new Lead Food Repack Volunteers. Meet the crew and say hello when you’re in the Volunteer Center! If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up for a food packing shift here: volunteer.2harvest.org/need/
"Meet the new faces in the volunteer center" title slide

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Zac Lead volunteer Q: What brought you to Second Harvest Heartland? "I came to second harvest heartland to try to help in some way during a period where the world seemed to need it"

ALT Zac Lead volunteer Q: What brought you to Second Harvest Heartland? "I came to second harvest heartland to try to help in some way during a period where the world seemed to need it"

Jared Lead Volunteer Q: What is the best part of volunteering? "Seeing people realize how easy it is to make a meaningful impact on their community"

ALT Jared Lead Volunteer Q: What is the best part of volunteering? "Seeing people realize how easy it is to make a meaningful impact on their community"

Rick Lead Volunteer Q: What is the best part of volunteering? "The feeling that you are helping people is the most fulfilling part of volunteering"

ALT Rick Lead Volunteer Q: What is the best part of volunteering? "The feeling that you are helping people is the most fulfilling part of volunteering"

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We’re excited to be back at Farmfest this week! If you’re around, stop by booth [2103] to get some cool swag and learn about how we work with Minnesota farmers, growers, and processors every year to source an average of 11.3 million pounds of food for neighbors facing hunger.
2 employees standing at SHH booth, smiling

ALT 2 employees standing at SHH booth, smiling

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Find free snacks and meals for kids this summer! There are free meals available for kids 18 years old and younger, and there are many locations across the state, find one closest to you today by visiting this link! - 2harvest.org/summermeals
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ALT Child holding up a peach

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Second Harvest Heartland retweeted
St. Paul Saints
@StPaulSaints
Jul 23
TONIGHT: Bring a pack of toilet paper for @innovativeos' TP drive benefiting @2harvest and receive a FREE ticket for a future Saints game.
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Marcus McClain joined Second Harvest in 2023 as an Associate Finance Inventory Coordinator. He began to notice challenges surrounding tasks like inventory counts. Eventually, Marcus made a system that helps to reduce time on these tasks. Read more here: bit.ly/3T4g6wZ
Marcus leaning on a forklift in the warehouse, smiling

ALT Marcus leaning on a forklift in the warehouse, smiling

Quote from Marcus that reads: My dream is to figure out how to get this process implemented for everything in the warehouse... Somebody has an idea, somebody else builds on it, and together we make it better.

ALT Quote from Marcus that reads: My dream is to figure out how to get this process implemented for everything in the warehouse... Somebody has an idea, somebody else builds on it, and together we make it better.

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Finding times to reach out for support isn't always easy. The Care Center now allows people to schedule a phone appointment for a time that works best. Appointments are available in English, Spanish, Hmong, and Somali. Read the full story here: bit.ly/4yzX4i7
Care Center Employee sitting, working, at desk

ALT Care Center Employee sitting, working, at desk

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This spring, our monthly donors voted on a name for their community, and we’re thrilled to announce the Harvest Circle! This group of supporters is committed to ensuring that neighbors have the food they need year-round. Learn more: bit.ly/3T85tsP
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When you join the Harvest Circle or increase an existing monthly gift by July 31, your gift can be MATCHED for the first 12 months. Plus, you can get a special Harvest Circle tote bag while supplies last. Donate here: bit.ly/4gIq7cU
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Nervous about the cost of groceries adding up? SNAP may be able to help expand your monthly budget. Call or text our Care Center team at 866-844-3663, Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Visit this link to “schedule a call” for dates and times that work best: 2harvest.org/find-food/snap
Woman outside on a bench with a bag of groceries, smiling.

ALT Woman outside on a bench with a bag of groceries, smiling.

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Keep kids energized this summer! Kids 18 and younger can get free meals and snacks all summer long at hundreds of places across Minnesota. To find a location near you, text “Summer Meals” to 914-342-7744 or go to 2harvest.org/summermeals for more information.
Two children are playing soccer on a grassy field near a pond, surrounded by trees and yellow wildflowers. One child is kicking a colorful soccer ball while the other follows closely.

ALT Two children are playing soccer on a grassy field near a pond, surrounded by trees and yellow wildflowers. One child is kicking a colorful soccer ball while the other follows closely.

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Volunteer at Second Harvest Heartland! Sign up for a slot, show up, and you will get to sort and pack food in our Volunteer Center! You'll be able to see the amazing impact a group of people can make together. Sign up using this link: volunteer.2harvest.org/need/
4 volunteers holding heart shaped potatoes in the volunteer center

ALT 4 volunteers holding heart shaped potatoes in the volunteer center

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Find Free Meals and Snacks for Kids in Your Community all Summer long! Fill the nutritional gap during the summer with free meals for all kids 18 years old or younger so they have the energy to stay curious. There are many locations—find one near you! 2harvest.org/summermeals
2 children sitting outside with sidewalk chalk, hugging

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If you are worried about the cost of groceries, you may be eligible for SNAP benefits. Our Care Center can answer questions and help you apply. Call or text 866-844-3663, Mon – Fri from 8 a.m to 4:30 p.m or make an appointment here: bit.ly/3PXFgvW
Two people shopping for food holding vegetables and smiling.

ALT Two people shopping for food holding vegetables and smiling.

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1 in 5 Minnesota families struggle to afford the food they need. Now through 5/3, shop at @Walmart or @SamsClub to make a real difference for neighbors in our community. Give or round up at checkout, or buy participating products to support local families. #fighthungersparkchange
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When Ashley’s son was just a year old, her family faced a tough time. Food Shelves & SNAP helped get them back on their feet. Read her story: bit.ly/4cbJgjp Our Care Center can help you find out if you qualify for SNAP Call/text 866-844-3663 or bit.ly/4765xMl
A person holds a child while selecting apples in a food shelf Another individual stands nearby with a shopping cart filled with food items

ALT A person holds a child while selecting apples in a food shelf Another individual stands nearby with a shopping cart filled with food items

Text on a green and gold background reads: “There’s a stigma attached to asking for help and there shouldn’t be because you have to do what you have to do to feed your family, …That was how I looked at it—my son is my priority and putting food on the table for him is my priority.” —Ashley, member of Second Harvest Heartland’s Neighbor Advisory Council.

ALT Text on a green and gold background reads: “There’s a stigma attached to asking for help and there shouldn’t be because you have to do what you have to do to feed your family, …That was how I looked at it—my son is my priority and putting food on the table for him is my priority.” —Ashley, member of Second Harvest Heartland’s Neighbor Advisory Council.

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Together, we can work towards ensuring neighbors have access to the nutritious food they need. Now through 5/3, donations made through the annual @walmart and @samsclub #fighthungersparkchange campaign supports local families right here at home. 🔗: bit.ly/3vxViOI
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