NEWS

Welcome to our food bank! If you are thinking about donating or volunteering with Second Harvest, then you may want to know what our daily activities are. We rely on our volunteers to help us with a variety of tasks, from sorting to administration and intake. You may not be doing the same thing...

Poverty and food insecurity are prevalent in senior populations across America, and can lead to a host of physical and mental health issues. There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has made life difficult for almost everyone. However, it is our aging population that experiences the full...

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday behind us, people are now fully in the holiday spirit. By now, most of us have received some — or all — of our gift deliveries. We’ve planned our holiday dinner menus, decided how we’re going to socially distance with any guests, and have figured out a safe way...

The holiday season is a time for people to reflect on their year, feel gratitude for their friends and family, and get into the giving spirit. During this time, you find ways to be generous to your loved ones by buying presents, sending cards, baking sweet goods, and more. The sense to give around...

Food Bank Donation Guidelines ​Donating to a food bank involves finding out what kind of help they provide, including the areas they cover. There might be specific and immediate items they need, which you can prioritize to make an impact in the lives of those who need immediate help. If you want...

One of the primary consequences of poverty is the lack of access to a sufficient quantity of healthy and balanced food, which is what private charitable organizations, such as food banks, are trying to address. The fight against hunger is real. ​This article discusses how food banks work, their...

The world is looking very different compared to this time last year. Our day-to-day life is impacted by gathering restrictions, social distancing standards, and constant anxiety because of COVID-19. Lockdowns and the fear of contracting the disease and becoming a possible carrier have changed the...

If you are trying to decide whether it’s the right time for you to access a food bank, this article can help. Many people hesitate to get help. Some people feel they should tough it out and survive on what’s in the cupboards until things get better. Other people don’t want to go to a food bank...

San Joaquin County and the California State Department of Public Health have some recent updates. These are being provided to help keep you informed. You can click on the links to learn more! Guidance for the Prevention of COVID-19 Transmission for Gatherings Travel Advisory SJ County Press...

Most people think that a donation of canned goods is the only way to help a food bank. However, cash donations are equally important. When you donate food to a community pantry, you’re directly feeding people in need. But you’re also creating a large volume of groceries that will need to be stored...