True to Silicon Valley’s spirit 💡, community members founded @2ndharvest in a garage strip in 1974. Explore our 50-year history in our interactive blog post! #50YearsofNourishment

🏈🔥 Get game-day ready with a hearty bowl of chili! Our recipe features shelf-stable items and ingredients available at Second Harvest food distributions—because everyone deserves a delicious meal while cheering on their team. Whether you're here for the #SuperBowl or just the snacks, this warm and comforting dish is a win for all! 🏆

When Cat found himself out of work and in need of free groceries, he turned to Second Harvest for support — and decided to give back by volunteering at the same site. Now, alongside his 12-year-old son, Paras, they help distribute food to our neighbors in need. For the father-son duo, volunteering isn’t just about giving back—it’s a way to stay connected to their community. 🌟 Join them in making an impact — sign up for a shift today: #FeedingSiliconValley

In FY 2023-2024, we came together to — 🍲Serve an average of 500,000 people per month 📦Distribute 10M lbs. Of food per month 🤝Contribute 315,000 volunteer hours & more Curious about how your support made a difference? Our digital annual report is here! Take a moment to see the incredible impact we’ve made together over the past year — thanks to you.

At our food distributions, we’re proud to offer a diverse selection of fresh produce and ingredients that can be utilized and celebrated across different cuisines, cultures, and households. Bok choy is a versatile green commonly prepared in dishes like longevity noodles (featured in our Nutrition Center), which are enjoyed during the Lunar New Year to symbolize health and happiness. Access to familiar, meaningful foods isn’t just about nourishment—it’s about honoring traditions, celebrating culture and supporting diverse nutritional needs. Donate by Jan 29 to triple your gift, going even further in keeping meaningful ingredients on the table for all our neighbors.

A huge thank you to all the amazing volunteers who joined us for our Day of Service! 🙌 ❤️ Groups came together to pack and sort nutritious food for individuals and families across the Bay Area. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, attendees were also invited to write down their hopes and aspirations to fill up a staff and volunteer dream cloud. We are so grateful to all the volunteers who continue to act selflessly and make a positive impact in our community.

Is it a dog? Is it a horse? It’s a spud! 🥔 Did you know that potatoes are rich in both vitamin C and potassium? Their skins also contain fiber, which is key to good digestive health. These benefits plus a longer shelf life make potatoes a solid staple among the fresh fruits and vegetables our clients can expect to receive. Our volunteers often spot fun-shaped produce hiding among the boxes — each discovery is always a fun find.

Martha works as a babysitter and spends each day caring for and thinking of others. She shares that one of her struggles is finding time to accomplish everything in one day - go to work, pick up her kids, shop for and prepare their meals and spend quality time together. “When I come here, it’s like getting three or four meals a week that I don’t have to worry about.” Give now and help our neighbors like Martha provide nutritious food for their families:

Our all-star roster of fresh produce is here to team up and help build nutritious and diverse meals in homes throughout our community. January MVPs include cauliflower, grapefruits, cucumbers, acorn squash, eggplant, zucchini and more. 🥒🍊Variety is key for our clients to prepare healthy and hearty meals for themselves and their loved ones. Here’s to a healthy and happy 2025 for all! ✨

We need your help — our volunteer numbers typically drop after the busy holiday season. Volunteers are absolutely essential when it comes to getting nutritious food to our neighbors all year-round, sorting and boxing fresh produce and distributing food throughout Silicon Valley. Please consider volunteering in the new year at one of our warehouses or distribution sites. Together, we can kick off the new year by making a difference right here in our community. Help spread the word, and sign up for a volunteer shift today. #FeedingSiliconValley

We still need to raise $2M by the end of the year to keep up with the record level of need in our community. Thanks to a gift from our generous donors, every donation received through midnight tonight will be doubled. Give now:

As the new year approaches, we reflect on some of the most unforgettable moments of 2024. From community events to group volunteer days, every act of generosity and support has helped us get one step closer to our mission of ending hunger in our community. Above all, we are so grateful to you — here’s to the memories we’ve made and the incredible work still to come. #HopeThroughCommunity #Feeding SiliconValley

"I stay home to take care of the girls, and he goes to work. Otherwise, we would end up paying more for a babysitter than what I get paid. It doesn’t make sense for me to go to work,” Felipa shares. Every gift made by Dec 31 will be DOUBLED thanks to a match from our generous donors. Share the gift of food and hope with families like Felipa's in the new year and beyond.

“Putting food on the table; there is something just so soothing about having that picture squared away.” — Garrett Match your gift this holiday season to help us ensure neighbors like Garrett can enjoy nutritious food, during the holidays and all year long. If we can raise $39,000 from our community by midnight on Dec 25, an anonymous Second Harvest supporter will match every gift.

Tamales de Elote, or Uchepos, are a true favorite and a taste of Michoacán's rich cultural heritage! Make them your own by adding fresh corn kernels, toppings of pecans and coconut, and filling them with queso fresco and roasted poblano peppers. And to add a truly unique flavor, try wrapping them in banana or avocado leaves!

“The electric bill is very high. We are paying a lot more for power. Before we would pay $200 to $250. But now we’re paying $700. It’s incredible.” Our neighbors shouldn’t have to choose between paying their bills or buying groceries. Your donations make an immediate impact right here at home, ensuring families like Felipa’s have one less worry while navigating these challenging times.

Grateful to @aishabbwahab for visiting our warehouse and for her leadership in supporting efforts to end hunger. With 1 in 6 people in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties receiving food from Second Harvest, her advocacy helps raise awareness of the urgent need in our community. Thank you for working toward a hunger-free future! 🧡 #OurCommunityCan

Did you know that December 1974 was the first month that we started distributing food to the community? When we kicked off our first year of operations, we collected and distributed over 6,700 pounds of fresh fruit and bread, valued at over $2,400, to 18 different organizations, churches, and community groups across Silicon Valley.

Did you know you can help your neighbors this holiday season by donating cryptocurrency? You can double your impact if you donate by Dec 25 - this means your $1 donation helps provide enough food for 4 nutritious meals!

As the holiday season unfolds, we're reminded of the power of generosity and community. We're honored to have hosted the 27th Annual Helping Hands Day event, where approximately 286 dedicated @Applied4Tech staff and their families came together to embody the spirit of giving.

We had an amazing time celebrating the holiday season with our Alviso community this weekend! Hundreds of families from George Mayne Elementary joined us at the annual Santa Visits Alviso Holiday event. We're proud to be a part of this incredible community! #FeedingSiliconValley