Looking back on 2022 at Second Helpings

As we approach the end of the year, we’re looking back on some of our top stories that defined 2022 at Second Helpings. Redesigned CJT Program This summer our Culinary Job Training team reviewed the program’s format and curriculum, and launched the redesigned program in August. The program has [...]

By |2022-12-16T13:33:29-05:00December 15th, 2022|

November 2022 Volunteer of the Month: Matt Hook

We are excited to introduce our Volunteer of the Month for November 2022, Matt Hook! Matt has been a very reliable, longtime Food Rescue volunteer. Matt is the epitome of what a Second Helpings volunteer embodies. He is consistent, hardworking, outgoing, and an all-around great steward for the organization. [...]

By |2022-12-13T08:34:15-05:00December 13th, 2022|

Your support provides emergency food for winter months

Have you ever thought about what happens at Second Helpings on a snow day? Even if our building needs to be closed, your support allows Second Helpings to ensure meals will continue to be available...because we know that there is always higher demand for food assistance in the winter, [...]

By |2022-12-08T10:05:34-05:00December 8th, 2022|

Now Hiring: Graphic Design Intern [Part-Time, Spring Semester 2023]

About the Graphic Design Internship The 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. Review the full job [...]

By |2022-11-15T09:56:15-05:00November 14th, 2022|

Now Hiring: Driver [Full-Time]

About the Driver Position This position is responsible for transferring excess prepared and perishable food from donor food service operators to Second Helpings, Inc. and redistributing as directed to nonprofit social service agencies. Review the full job description here. Apply for this position online here. This position will remain [...]

By |2022-11-09T16:13:27-05:00November 9th, 2022|

Second Helpings meals brighten days at Hollis Adams

For partner agencies like Hollis Adams, Second Helpings provides more than food. With your support, you show our neighbors that you care. Hollis Adams provides opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities to create a fulfilling life with supportive activities and outings around central Indiana together. Hollis Adams [...]

By |2022-10-24T11:49:31-04:00October 24th, 2022|

Now Hiring: Volunteer Services Coordinator [Part Time]

About the Volunteer Services Coordinator This position supports activities of the Manager of Volunteer Services via scheduling, communication, training and database management. Review the full job description here. Apply for this position online here, by November 4, 2022. Second Helpings provides equal employment to all employees and [...]

By |2022-10-20T08:38:23-04:00October 20th, 2022|

September 2022 Volunteer of the Month: Jane Snyder

I am pleased to introduce Jane Snyder, Second Helpings' Volunteer of the Month for September 2022. Jane has been a volunteer for nine years and nine months; she has logged 1,159+ hours through 364 shifts. Jan served in several areas, including Bread Sorting, Pan Prep, Produce Chopper, and Tonic [...]

By |2022-10-13T14:03:00-04:00October 13th, 2022|

August 2022 Volunteer of the Month: Jim Richter

August's Volunteer of the Month was nominated by our Food Rescue and Transportation Director, Jon Meinert! Read from his nomination: "Jim is long overdue for Volunteer of the Month! He has been such an asset to Second Helpings and the communities we serve. Jim’s dedication to the mission of Second [...]

By |2022-09-26T12:04:06-04:00September 26th, 2022|

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 [...]

By |2022-09-23T08:20:24-04:00September 22nd, 2022|