March 2021 Share the Plate Organization: Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee

Second Harvest is working to meet extraordinary pandemic needs. “The impact of the pandemic was felt immediately. Demand for our services increased by 50% as food resources became harder and harder to secure. Second Harvest had to reevaluate our programs and completely adjust our distribution models to provide no-contact distributions and ensure the safety of our staff, volunteers, and clients.”

Providing pandemic support in the 5-month period from March to July, Second Harvest saw: 35% increase in food pounds distributed weekly, 92,000 emergency & produce boxes distributed, 108% increase in food prepared through our USDA inspected Cook-Chill operation, and OVER 17.5 million meals distributed. 

Second Harvest works to feed hungry people and solve hunger issues in Middle and West Tennessee; collects, sorts, and distributes food and personal care products to more than 490 partner agencies throughout 46 Middle and West Tennessee counties. Partner agencies include food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, foster care facilities, senior centers, group homes, and youth enrichment programs.

Second Harvest needs our help and support more than ever. Please donate generously to Second Harvest as our Share the Plate organization for March 2021.