Fighting hunger from all angles.
Second Helpings fights hunger in Central Indiana from every angle. We rescue food that would otherwise be thrown away, prepare it, deliver it to local nonprofits for free, and train people for careers in the culinary industry. We deliver more than a million meals every year—many of them to kids and seniors. If you think that sounds pretty cool and you want to help out, stop by — we’re always looking for people to join the fight against hunger.
Become a Community Partner
Are you a Central Indiana nonprofit interested in receiving free meals from Second Helpings? Please check out our Become a Community Partner page to better understand our relationships with Community Partners, and learn more about how we can work together to build a stronger, more healthy community.
Become a Food Donor
Join the fight to end food waste, hunger and poverty in Central Indiana by becoming a food donor.
Become a Student
Are you unemployed or underemployed? Carve out your career in just seven weeks. Join Second Helpings’ free Culinary Job Training program to master the skills you need to succeed in the food service industry. A new class starts each month!
Hunger Relief
Food Rescue
Culinary Job Training
Hunger Relief
Become a Community Partner
Are you a Central Indiana nonprofit interested in receiving free meals from Second Helpings? Please check out our Become a Community Partner page to better understand our relationships with Community Partners, and learn more about how we can work together to build a stronger, more healthy community.
Food Rescue
Become a Food Donor
Join the fight to end food waste, hunger and poverty in Central Indiana by becoming a food donor.
Culinary Job Training
Become a Culinary Job Training Student
Are you unemployed or underemployed? Carve out your career in just seven weeks. Join Second Helpings’ free Culinary Job Training program to master the skills you need to succeed in the food service industry. A new class starts each month!
Recent News
From the Kitchen to the Speedway: CJT Graduate Scott Priest Receives Life-Changing Gift
At Second Helpings, we’re proud to witness incredible stories of transformation every day—but this past Sunday, one of those stories took center stage at one of the most legendary sporting venues in the world. On July 27, in front of thousands gathered at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the [...]
Second Helpings Selected for Energy Efficiency Initiative
At Second Helpings, we believe in doing everything we can to fight hunger from all angles—while also being thoughtful stewards of the resources entrusted to us. That’s why we’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Second Helpings has been selected as one of ten local nonprofits to participate [...]
July 2025 Volunteer of the Month: Michael Santino
This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Michael Santino, a dedicated volunteer whose curiosity and commitment have made a big impact at Second Helpings. Since discovering us through an online search, Michael has explored nearly every volunteer opportunity we offer—embracing each task with enthusiasm and a genuine appreciation [...]