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Second Harvest Flips the Switch on One of North Carolina’s Largest Rooftop Solar Arrays
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, in partnership with Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA), is proud to announce the launch of Solar Harvest—a 1-megawatt rooftop solar array now operational atop the Food Bank’s headquarters. A “flip the switch” event on April 22, 2025, marked the official start of power generation from this landmark system.
Apr 22, 2025
A Wheel of Purpose: Wyatt Stebbins' Passion for Pottery and Giving Back
Wyatt Stebbins' journey into the world of pottery is a story of perseverance, passion, and a growing connection to both his craft and his community.
Apr 10, 2025
From Farm to Table—And Beyond: Tackling Food Waste in North Carolina Can: Reduce Your Food Waste
Soy and corn. Pork and poultry. Sweet potatoes. Soy and corn. Pork and poultry. Sweet potatoes. North Carolina is an agricultural...
Apr 7, 2025
Breaking Through: My Personal Experience as a WIC Nutritionist in Forsyth County, NC
By Amber Call-Second Harvest Food Bank Nutrition Services Intern Did you know that despite the availability of the Women, Infants, and...
Mar 17, 2025
Changing the Menu: How Pantries are Prioritizing Nutrition
We want to make healthy choices the easiest. NEFPAT support improving the nutritional environment at food pantries.
Mar 6, 2025
Fueling Futures. Strengthening Communities
Change happens when communities come together. We’re excited to kick off another year of Walmart's Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign.
Mar 3, 2025
Walmart, Sam’s Club, Feeding America Food Banks Partnering to Address Food Insecurity
Being a part of the solution to food insecurity in our communities is about showing up to support our neighbors in ways that
Feb 28, 2025
The Critical Place of SNAP in America’s Food Safety Net
By Eric Aft, CEO, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC The House of Representatives voted this week to advance a budget resolution...
Feb 26, 2025
Free, Easy, and Secure Online Tax Filing – Meet Direct File!
Tax season is here... and here's some good news—there’s a new, free way to file your federal and state taxes directly with the...
Feb 18, 2025
Building a More Resilient and Sustainable Food System for All
At Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC, we believe everyone deserves to eat and that food is more than nourishment—it’s connection,...
Feb 17, 2025
Fueled by Purpose: Georgette Brousseau’s Journey Volunteering with Second Harvest
Fueled by Purpose, Georgette Brousseau’s Journey Volunteering with Second Harvest Continues
Feb 11, 2025
Rick Adelman: Retired, Refocused, and All-In for His Community
Rick Adelman (front and center), pauses the day's work for a quick photo with A&T University students, giving time at Second Harvest's...
Dec 16, 2024
Let's Serve Up Hope this Season
Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on our mountain communities and the ongoing response efforts of Second Harvest Food Bank of...
Dec 4, 2024
From Barcelona to the Ballot Box: Chef Vanessa’s Journey to American Citizenship
Vanessa Lanier—Now, she can add another significant achievement to that list: becoming an American citizen.
Nov 4, 2024
A Community United: Food Banks, Volunteers, and Hope Amid Helene’s Aftermath
Feeding America Food Banks collaborate to address the needs of families in the aftermath of Helene
Oct 28, 2024
Cooking with Compassion: Chefs Bring Warm Meals and Hope to Hurricane Survivors
Chef Matthew Koonts preparing food to go Western North Carolina. “I’ve always believed that if people are able, they should give back to...
Oct 22, 2024
Rumor Busting: Facts About Hurricane Helene FEMA Response Efforts
As our Western North Carolina neighbors work to recover from the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, it is imperative that they have...
Oct 10, 2024
UPDATE Tropical Storm Debby Response
Updated: August 8, 2024 Communities in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina are now experiencing storm surges,...
Aug 8, 2024
Act Now: Call Your Senators and Urge them to Vote to Improve the Child Tax Credit for American Families and Workers
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 on January 31, 2024, with wide...
Jul 30, 2024
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC Announces Solar Energy Project
Second Harvest Food Bank Announces Solar Energy Project-Culmination of year-long partnership with Piedmont Environmental Alliance
Jul 24, 2024
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