Looking back on 2023 at Second Helpings

As we approach the end of another year, we’re looking back on some of our top stories that defined 2023 at Second Helpings. It was a full year as we celebrated our 25th anniversary! We prepared and delivered an average of 5,000+ meals each day this year. Some of [...]

By |2023-12-13T11:03:45-05:00December 12th, 2023|

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|

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|

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|

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|

June 2023 Volunteer of the Month: Noli Bentley

One of the most joyful moments as Manager of Volunteer Services at Second Helpings is to announce or Volunteer of the Month. I am so happy to introduce Noli Bentley, our Volunteer of the Month for June! Noli has been a great addition to our fabulous Second Helpings volunteer [...]

By |2023-07-07T09:07:37-04:00July 7th, 2023|

May 2023 Volunteer of the Month: Mark Steckbeck

I'm excited to introduce Mark Steckbeck, our Volunteer of the Month for May! He has been an incredible member of our team, working in both our Food Rescue and Hunger Relief programs. We're so grateful for Mark's support of our mission! Learn more about Mark in his own words [...]

By |2023-06-08T08:56:58-04:00June 8th, 2023|

Join the fourth-annual Gr8 Pasta Push

The Gr8 Pasta Push is back for the fourth year! Join Second Helpings and WISH-TV 8 for a community-wide pasta and fund drive to feed Indy, June 1-15. Last year, this effort provided more than 160,000 meals for our neighbors in central Indiana. This year, all gifts made to [...]

By |2023-05-24T10:57:45-04:00May 24th, 2023|

Birthday Party on the Circle

Birthday Party on the Circle Home / Events / Calendar / Birthday Party on the Circle Celebrate Second Helpings' 25th anniversary at our Birthday Party on the Circle! Join us on Thursday, June 15, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, at the [...]

By |2023-06-14T13:15:18-04:00May 22nd, 2023|