Hunger Relief FAQs

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How do I qualify for food from Second Helpings?

As a Partner Agency of Second Helpings, an organization must:

  • Have tax exempt status under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code & be incorporated for the purpose of serving the ill, needy, seniors, low-income families, or minor children.
  • Have a kitchen inspected and licensed from your county health department or from Family and Social Services Administration.
  • Have at least one staff member or volunteer working each time meals are served, who is trained in food safety.
  • Must be serving multiple, free meals a month, and a minimum number of people at each meal.

Find more information on our Become a Partner Agency page.

What do I do if I don’t have a licensed kitchen?

Contact your local county health department to obtain their criteria and an application. You can download the application from the Marion County Health Department here.

How do I receive training in food safety?

Sanitation or food safety training can be obtained in one of two ways:

  1. ServSafe certification is taught at Second Helpings or other locations in the city. Visit www.servsafe.com for more information.
  2. Marion County Health Department offers food safety classes, visit marionhealth.org for more information. Contact your local health department or contact Family and Social Services Administration for a schedule of food safety classes.

How do I become a partner and start receiving meals?

Please read our Become a Partner Agency page in full, and then click the Partner Agency Form button at the bottom of the page.