Tiara speaking at her graduation ceremony in July 2022 For Tiara Shelton, “life has been a whirlwind since CJT!” Immediately after graduating with Culinary Job Training Class 150 in 2022, Tiara went to work at Circle City Sweets, located inside The AMP at 16 Tech. There, she [...]
This story first appeared in the Fall 2023 edition of our “Peas & Carrots” newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. For 25 years, rescued food has fueled all of Second Helpings’ programs. At the core of our mission is the desire to reduce waste. Instead of letting quality [...]
I am so excited to introduce you to Susan Alvarez, Second Helpings' Volunteer of the Month for March 2023. Susan has been a volunteer for a little over a year now. She came through the doors with a heart to serve wherever she is needed. She brought a wealth [...]
It’s been a busy year already for our Culinary Job Training team! Read some of our recent highlights below. On Feb. 27, Chef Jon Askelson began as our new Culinary Job Training Instructor. Jon has several years of experience in the culinary industry, particularly with catering. Jon also has experience [...]
I am so happy to present our February Volunteer of the Month Sophie Lindley. Sophie is a fantastic addition to the Second Helpings family. It is always so great to see her radiant smile, and her willingness to help when called upon. Thank you, Sophie, for the great energy [...]
A big thank you to Shirley Melloh, Second Helpings' Volunteer of the Month for April! Shirley is a Tuesday evening volunteer; she is part of an amazing group of volunteers that serves every Tuesday evening. Shirley has been a great friend to Second Helpings, also volunteering with our Corks [...]
We’re less than two weeks away from our first in-person event in two years, and we can’t wait to celebrate together at Corks & Forks, presented by Kroger – celebrating getting back together again, the food industry, and the wonderful donors who support Second Helpings. Whether you’ve attended Corks & Forks [...]
On April 15, Second Helpings staff surprised longtime volunteer Kevin Reid at the Linwood Kroger where he works as a utility clerk. The occasion: As of that week, Kevin had accumulated the most-ever hours volunteered at Second Helpings. Since he began volunteering in high school in 2004, Kevin has [...]
There are so many ways to get involved as a Second Helpings volunteer – from chopping produce to answering phones, from organizing events to teaching students. Corks & Forks will be virtual this year. Mark your calendar for Friday, April 23, and stay tuned for more details! Elaine Gaither has done it all. She currently serves [...]