Reflecting on 25 years of vision

As we continue to celebrate our 25th anniversary, this month we’re taking a closer look at Second Helpings’ founding in 1998. We recently sat down with Kristen Kienker, one of Second Helpings’ founders to reflect on her experience during the organization’s earliest days. Chef Kristen Kienker in Second [...]

By |2023-10-24T08:27:50-04:00October 24th, 2023|

Staff Spotlight: Chessie Whitmer

Get to know the people behind the mission! Each month we’ll introduce a member of our incredible, hard-working team. Meet the whole Second Helpings staff here. Name: Francesca "Chessie" Whitmer Title: Kitchen Coordinator How long have you worked at Second Helpings? Just over eight weeks now! What do you [...]

By |2023-10-19T09:38:34-04:00October 18th, 2023|

Now Hiring: Special Events Intern

About the Special Events Intern Position The Special Events Intern works closely with Second Helpings’ Special Events Manager and the Development staff to help plan and execute fundraising events, specifically Corks & Forks and Souper Bowls. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. [...]

By |2023-10-23T16:42:32-04:00October 11th, 2023|

Reflecting on 25 years of community

As we continue to celebrate our 25th anniversary, this month we’re taking a closer look at Second Helpings’ founding in 1998. We recently sat down with Bob Koch, one of Second Helpings’ founders to reflect on his experience during the organization’s earliest days. To hear Bob Koch tell the [...]

By |2023-10-24T08:27:23-04:00September 27th, 2023|

August 2023 Volunteer of the Month: Tony Shuler

I am happy to present Tony Shuler to you as Second Helpings' Volunteer of the Month for August 2023. Tony has served here for 4 years and volunteers on the tilts making delicious meals on Tuesdays. Thanks for all you do, Tony! Learn more about Tony in his own [...]

By |2023-09-12T08:00:06-04:00September 11th, 2023|

Now Hiring: Volunteer Services Coordinator [Part-Time]

About the Volunteer Services Coordinator Position This position supports activities of the Manager of Volunteer Services via scheduling, communication, training and database management. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. The application deadline is 8:00 AM on Monday, September 18. About Employment at [...]

By |2023-08-30T16:27:58-04:00August 30th, 2023|

Reflecting on 25 Years of Culinary Job Training

As we continue to celebrate our 25th anniversary, this month we are taking a closer look at the Culinary Job Training program. This guest blog post comes from one of Second Helpings' founders, Jean Paison, and is adapted from her remarks at the graduation ceremony for Culinary Job Training [...]

By |2023-08-23T15:30:22-04:00August 22nd, 2023|

July 2023 Volunteer of the Month: Dean Hackett

I am so happy to introduce Dean Hackett as our Volunteer of the Month for July 2023. Dean has been a Second Helping volunteer for about a year and half. He has been such a great addition to the volunteer family. Without hesitation, he jumps in where he is [...]

By |2023-08-23T11:38:23-04:00August 22nd, 2023|

Now Hiring: Kitchen Coordinator [Full-Time]

About the Kitchen Coordinator Position This position provides support to the Manager of Hunger Relief in food preparation, directing volunteers and temporary employees and kitchen sanitation. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. The application deadline is 8:00 AM on Monday, July 31. [...]

By |2023-07-25T13:52:41-04:00July 25th, 2023|