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Advocacy in Action: Why Your Voice Matters Now More Than Ever
At Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC, we are steadfast in our commitment to ensuring that every person—every neighbor—has access to the nutritious food we all need as a foundation for everything else in life: learning, working, healing, and simply thriving. That work has never been more vital, and never more challenged, than it is today.
Apr 28
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Second Harvest Expands Community Meals Program with Support from Publix Charities
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina has added two new vans to its Community Meals delivery fleet, thanks to generous grant funding from Publix Super Market Charities.
Apr 24
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Second Harvest Becomes Member Solarize the Triad Steering Committee
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC has become a member of the Steering Committee of Solarize the Triad
Jul 24, 2024
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Let's Talk About It: Food Insecurity and Mental Health
By Jan Jones, Director, Public Policy, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC May is National Mental Health Month, which makes it a...
May 3, 2024
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Rain or Shine, Area Letter Carriers’ Will Perform Double Duty During Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
Support the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 11!
May 2, 2024
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Follow the Produce
We hear it all the time: A diet rich in vegetables and fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke,...
Apr 25, 2024
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Spotlight On People and Places Behind Empty Bowls
Delightfully quirky and intelligent with the energy of a wood sprite, Christine Timchek captivates. How and why she has come to make...
Mar 27, 2024
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Second Harvest Appeals for Continued Strong Community Support
In the face of record high requests for food assistance across out Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC’s 18-county service region,...
Dec 6, 2023
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An Invitation from Kay
I want people to understand that regardless of your abilities or disabilities, you can make a real difference. Get out of the house and...
Nov 15, 2023
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