We’re excited to invite you to a special milestone in the growth of Second Helpings, the grand opening of our new 14,000-square-foot warehouse space! Join us on Wednesday, January 21 at 10:00 AM as we officially open the doors to this expanded facility, located just around the corner from [...]
As the end of the year approaches, many donors plan their year-end charitable giving, and at Second Helpings, we are deeply grateful for every gift that helps us fight hunger and food waste across Central Indiana. But, a new rule from the United States Postal Service (USPS) may affect [...]
Celebrating the Heart of Our Mission: Volunteer Appreciation Night 2025 On Tuesday evening, December 9, the halls of Second Helpings were buzzing with joy, laughter, and heartfelt gratitude as we hosted our annual Volunteer Appreciation Night, a special event dedicated to the incredible individuals and [...]
In moments of uncertainty, Second Helpings acts with purpose. Today, with the future of federal SNAP benefits unclear and the government shutdown ongoing, families across Central Indiana are left wondering how they’ll feed their families. While Second Helpings doesn’t serve individuals directly, we support more than 200 community [...]
Volunteer Spotlight: Girishma Grover Bringing Chemistry, Kindness, and a Dash of Joy to Every Shift If you’ve volunteered at Second Helpings recently, there’s a good chance you’ve met Girishma Grover, or at least felt her presence through a smile, a kind word, or a well-organized stack of wrapped [...]
What is Food Rescue? How We Turn Good Food into Great Meals Every day in Central Indiana, hundreds of thousands of pounds of good food are at risk of being wasted. Grocery stores, wholesalers, restaurants, and caterers often have surplus food, all perfectly safe, fresh, and nutritious, [...]
Second Helpings is thrilled to celebrate Jerry and Cindy Baker as our Volunteers of the Month for August 2025! This dynamic duo embodies the teamwork, generosity, and joy that keep our mission rolling forward. Jerry and Cindy first connected with Second Helpings while searching for a meaningful way [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]