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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Together, we can ensure every neighbor has access to the food they need to thrive. 💛 Make your donation today! bit.ly/4rAFBmB

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Our neighbors need us to take action now. One in five Minnesota households can’t afford the groceries they need and it’s more urgent than ever to combat today’s hunger crisis. During Hunger Action Month your donation to Second Harvest Heartland will help your support go that much further.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

This month, every gift to Second Harvest Heartland will be matched to double your impact for Hunger Action Month! Thanks to our generous sponsors, your gift is automatically matched all month so that each $1 will be able to provide 6 meals.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

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/4yuacnY

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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.

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 @2harvest.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

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: www.2harvest.org/find-food

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We had a great time at Farmfest! Our message: we’re stronger when we work together—and that's needed now more than ever. Thanks to Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation, Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation, Minnesota Farmers Union, Minnesota Corn, Minnesota Pork, and to all those who stopped by!

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

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

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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"

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"

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

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 more 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.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

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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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

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 created 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

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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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

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, for better convenience. Read the full story here: bit.ly/4yzX4i7

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

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/4gIA2zc

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

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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Announcing the Harvest Circle – a monthly giving community committed to ending hunger year-round. | 2harvest.org

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

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: www.2harvest.org/find-food/snap

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

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

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.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Congrats Grandma's Marathon runners! Looking for your next running event? Second Harvest Heartland is an Official Charity Partner of Twin Cities Marathon Weekend & looking for runners to join our team! The benefits are plenty & the cause is crucial: Turn your miles into meals! bit.ly/3OobwHq

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

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

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

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

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Food costs adding up? SNAP can help stretch your budget. Your household may qualify for monthly SNAP benefits & our Care Center can help you find out if you qualify and help you apply. Get expert guidance every step of the way by calling/texting us Mon - Fri 8 a.m-4:30 p.m. at 866-844-3663.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

On April 22, you have the power to make a big difference. Join us for 24-Hour Harvest as we work to fund one million meals, & your donation can go twice as far with generous sponsors matching gifts to double your impact. One day. One goal. One million meals. Give now: www.2harvest.org/24hourharvest

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Minnesotans made more than 9 million visits to food shelves in 2025. Behind every one of those visits is a household doing their best while making impossible choices between groceries and rent, utilities, and health care.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

24-Hour Harvest is one week away, and our community has the opportunity to come together around a single, powerful goal: one million meals for Minnesota neighbors facing hunger.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

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 & provide them with the food they needed. 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

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Together, we can work towards ensuring neighbors have access to the nutritious food they need to thrive. 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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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Let’s come together to make a difference & work to raise one million meals for our neighbors facing hunger. Donate now through April 22 and your gift can be doubled thanks to 2× matching funds from our generous sponsors! Give now: www.2harvest.org/24hourharvest #endhungertogether #24HourHarvest

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Minnesota is facing a hunger crisis. One in five families can’t afford the food they need, and with rising grocery costs and recent federal cuts to SNAP grocery assistance, even more families are turning to their local food shelves, which saw over 9 million visits last year.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Join us on Wednesday, April 22 for our 24-Hour Harvest Giving Day. One day. One goal. One million meals.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Our team is celebrating the incredible partnership of @punchpizza as they host their 16th annual campaign supporting Second Harvest Heartland! Through Fri, donate $10 to SHH at any Punch & receive a $12 coupon for your next visit. Your generosity helps fuel hunger relief across our community.

SHH staff at Punch Pizza with their families and Punch pizza on table

Orange promotional flyer with white and yellow text: "This Week Donate $10 to Second Harvest Heartland, Get $12 Off Your Next Pizza." A statement notes, "$10 provides 30 meals for families in need." Logos for Second Harvest Heartland and Punch are featured at the bottom.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

“It takes a really good group of people to make things better,”- Cheryl Read her story: bit.ly/4rpX1jY Do you or someone you know need a little help with groceries? Our Care Center can help you find out if you qualify for SNAP: bit.ly/46XIB3j

A quote from Cheryl, a member of Second Harvest Heartland's Neighbor Advisory Council, emphasizes the importance of support for working families and the need to raise awareness.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Over the past several months our network has risen to meet extraordinary challenges, and we are so grateful to our speakers, presenters, and every attendee who came out to spend time with us and brought their expertise & passion to the table. #MakeHungerHistory #HungerRelief #EmergingStronger

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

More than 450 hunger-relief and human services leaders gathered to connect, learn, and inspire one another. Under the theme of “Emerging Stronger,” we tackled the conversations that matter most: food equity, SNAP advocacy, volunteer engagement, community co-creation and more!

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

A huge thank you to every speaker, presenter, attendee, and volunteer who came out to our 2nd Annual Make Hunger History Summit on Friday!

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

We are looking forward to meeting with everyone today! We know this work can only be done together and it is going to take all of us at the table to make meaningful change for our neighbors. Learn more: www.2harvest.org/makehungerhistory #Makehungerhistory

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Today after a very challenging year, hundreds of hunger relief leaders, partners and advocates are gathering at the 2nd Annual Make Hunger History Summit to understand the current state of hunger in Minnesota and explore ways to find more collaborative, lasting solutions.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Looking for Food Assistance? Our friendly Care Center team is here to help you get connected to a food shelf that meets your needs or get personalized help applying for SNAP or senior food boxes so you can get the food you need. Call/text us at 866-844-3663 or click here: bit.ly/44T2Kah

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

When you join Team Second Harvest Heartland, you can choose any race during Marathon Weekend while fundraising for our mission of ending hunger together! Ready to run? Sign up and secure your spot today! 🔗 bit.ly/3OobwHq #EndHungerTogether #milesIntomeals #moveformore

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Run with Team Second Harvest Heartland | 2harvest.org

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

🏃🏾‍♀️💛 Turn your miles into meals this October. 💛🏃 Second Harvest Heartland is proud to be an Official Charity Partner of the @twincitiesinmotion.bsky.social Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon weekend, happening October 2–4, 2026 and we are looking for runners to join Team Second Harvest Heartland!

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

By thinking about hunger through every state, we know that we not only need to provide food for today, but stability in the long-term. It will require a whole community effort to help more Minnesota households afford the food they need. More information found here: www.2harvest.org/about-us/mak...

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

To get a clearer picture of hunger in Minnesota, we developed the Food Security Scale, which describes four stops along the way from hunger to full food security

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

As we aim to Make Hunger History and cut hunger in half for all Minnesotans by 2030, our Statewide Hunger Study revealed that 1 in 5 Minnesotans don’t have the food they need to thrive. This study also showed us that we have to change the way we think about hunger.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Wow!!! We are so grateful for the incredible $10K donation from Second Harvest Heartland Board Member, MN Timberwolves Coach Chris Finch to the WCCO Radio End Hunger Together Radiothon to help households facing food insecurity! Join Coach Finch and make a gift today www.2harvest.org/radiothon

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Thanks to Lexus of Wayzata and Maplewood for the first 4X match of the day! Make an impact now: www.2harvest.org/radiothon #Endhungertogetherradiothon

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

The 17th Annual End Hunger Together Radiothon has started! During this time of uncertainty, you can help ensure all our neighbors can access the food they need safely and without fear. Tune in to WCCO Radio 830 AM from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. & make an impact today: www.2harvest.org/radiothon

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Join us tomorrow for the 17th annual End Hunger Together Radiothon on @WCCORadio 830 AM from 6 am to 6 pm to help make sure our neighbors have the food they need this winter and beyond. You don’t have to wait to help fill plates. You can make your Radiothon gift today at 2harvest.org/radiothon.

End Hunger Together Radiothon 2025 volunteers

Two people are seated and holding microphones in a podcast or interview setting. One is wearing a pink sweater and glasses, while the other has braided hair and holds a device with a WCCO label. The background features part of a sign with the word "plenty."

Radio hosts at a WCCO News Talk 830 booth engage in conversation, with recording equipment and microphones on the table. Large WCCO banners and branded table covers are displayed. A person in motion is partially visible in the background on the left.

Radio event poster titled "End Hunger Together Radiothon" with the date February 3, 2026. Features logos for WCCO News Talk 830, Second Harvest Heartland, Lindus Construction, and Lexus. Website mentioned: 2harvest.org/radiothon.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Our mission will continue to help feed our neighbors. We'll keep showing up—as so many Minnesotans have—to ensure that everyone has the food they need.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

To those who are looking for a way to help our neighbors: 🔹 Support your local food shelf. Use our map to find a food shelf near you: bit.ly/3Ze2iQ4 🔹 Sign up for a Food Repacking shift in our Volunteer Center: bit.ly/3GtbDb6 🔹 Donate: bit.ly/3LjrQrU   🔹 Advocate:  bit.ly/49BtzAF

Infographic for Second Harvest Heartland detailing ways to help: Volunteer at local food shelves, Donate to support community food distribution, and Advocate by supporting Minnesota anti-hunger policies. Icons represent each action: a figure with raised hands for volunteering, a gift box for donations, and a speech bubble for advocacy.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

2026 has been very heavy for people across Minnesota. Now, food access is being challenged from multiple angles with families staying home out of fear, children learning remotely & missing school meals, & new federal challenges that may threaten Minnesota’s access to SNAP benefits starting in Feb.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

As we all ease back into the swing of things in the new year, there’s no better time to jump in & make a hands-on impact while volunteering with us! Sign up for a volunteer shift & help ensure meals reach our neighbors who need them most in 2026: bit.ly/3GtbDb6 #endhungertogether

Two volunteers, one holding a tray of onions smiling and conversing at a Second Harvest Heartland volunteer center.

Volunteers at a Second Harvest Heartland packaging potatoes into bins inside the volunteer center.

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Just hours left in 2025 and just hours left to TRIPLE your impact! Thanks to matching funds from a generous group of donors, every gift made by midnight tonight provides 3x as many meals for neighbors facing hunger and carries support into 2026! Give: bit.ly/4jljgW5

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Second Harvest Heartland @2harvest.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Did you know that Second Harvest Heartland works with more than 150 local farms to help source fresh produce that gets distributed to our food shelf partners? Learn more about our process with our food sourcing experts here: bit.ly/4p3goOW

A close-up of a pile of red potatoes in focus at Second Harvest Heartland Warehouse, with blurred volunteers in the background.

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