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Volunteer groups help power Hunger Relief kitchen
Over the last two years, Second Helpings wasn’t able to host as many, or as large, volunteer groups as we had pre-pandemic due to social distancing requirements. A volunteer group from Beazer Homes prepares sandwiches for Second Helpings' partner agencies. This summer Second Helpings excitedly started offering [...]
Second Helpings Re-Launches Culinary Job Training Program
Second Helpings’ Culinary Job Training team took the summer to review the program’s format and curriculum. The re-designed program is now open for enrollment! What’s New Students and instructors will do a variety of site visits to shadow different foodservice establishments. The program has a renewed focus on strengthening [...]
July 2022 Volunteer of the Month: Melanie Harris
I am so overjoyed to present Melanie Harris as Second Helpings' July Volunteer of the Month. Melanie, along with her sister Anna, serve every Friday in the Hunger Relief kitchen as Pan Wrappers. Melanie has a big personality and greets you with a beautiful smile and contagious laugh. She [...]
Kroger fuels Second Helpings’ mission as top meat donor
The partnership between Second Helpings and Kroger has grown and developed over time, but remains defined by shared values. Because of this relationship, more than 2.4 million pounds of food have been saved from the landfill, and instead, prepared into meals for our neighbors. Kroger's donations are absolutely [...]
Now Hiring: HR Manager
The HR Manager is a member of the finance team and is responsible for managing the HR functions including benefit administration, compliance management, compensation, training and staff development, performance management, and employee relations for the organization. For the full job description, click here. To apply for this position, send [...]
What does inflation mean at Second Helpings?
As an organization that works with partners all across our community, the recent spike in inflation impacts Second Helpings and the fight to end hunger in unique ways. It is well-documented that inflation has a disproportionate impact on the lowest income earners. As food and gas prices rise, the [...]
May 2022 Volunteer of the Month: Marie and Chris Morrison
I am happy to give you Second Helpings Volunteers of the Month for May 2022, Chris Morrison and Marie Gabrielle Morrison! Chris and Marie have been great champions for Second Helpings' mission by sharing their time, talents, and treasures. Chris and Marie are leaving Second Helpings and starting a [...]
Healthy meals, exercise, and mentorship are a powerful combination at Freewheelin’ Community Bikes
When LaNisha Clark joined Freewheelin’ Community Bikes as Executive Director last year, one of the first things she noticed in the facility was a loaf of bread and jar of peanut butter on the counter by the bathroom, set aside in case kids got hungry during the after-school program. [...]
Now Hiring: Kitchen Assistant [Full Time]
The Kitchen Assistant provides support to the Kitchen Manager in food preparation, directing volunteers and temporary employees, and kitchen sanitation. For the full job description, click here. This position pays $18/hour. To apply for this position, send a cover letter and resume to Caitlin Bartnik at caitlin@secondhelpings.org by the end [...]
Now Hiring: Graphic Design Intern [Part Time, Fall Semester]
About the Marketing & Graphic Design Internship The Marketing & Graphic Design Intern works closely with Second Helpings’ Marketing & Communications Manager and the Development staff in creating dynamic, engaging, digital and physical fundraising and events collateral. These efforts help share Second Helpings’ mission more broadly across our community. [...]