We’ve imagined a world where access to healthy, nourishing food is not just a dream, but a reality for vulnerable pre- and post-natal moms and their families. Thanks to the
Healthcare includes seeking medical attention when you need it. Equally important is being food secure and staying healthy in the first place with good nutrition. Second Harvest Food Bank Santa
Excerpt from Santa Cruz Sentinel by Tara Fatemi Walker In today’s culture, people unfortunately — and unrealistically — expect instant gratification and quick results. But cultivating long-term change, including improving inequities in
By EDITORIAL BOARD | Santa Cruz Sentinel | PUBLISHED: November 12, 2023 at 3:43 p.m. | UPDATED: November 16, 2023 at 8:26 a.m. We live in a wealthy county, compared to much of the rest
Excerpt from Santa Cruz Sentinel by Tara Fatemi Walker As the holidays quickly approach, lots of families wonder how they’re going to make ends meet. It’s time for Second Harvest Food Bank’s
Excerpt from Santa Cruz Sentinel by Tara Fatemi Walker SANTA CRUZ — Would you like to savor the creative talents of renowned local chefs, and simultaneously provide nutritious meals to Santa
In an encouraging display of dedication to her constituents, Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren recently paid a visit to Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County. Her mission? To listen to the
Excerpt from The Pajaronian by Tara Fatemi Walker The causes of food insecurity are complex, but research suggests that health, housing and employment are key factors. Feeding America—the country’s largest hunger
Date: August 1, 2023 Rep. Jimmy Panetta’s recent visit to Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County shed light on the challenges faced by his constituents since the end of
Excerpt from Santa Cruz Sentinel by Tara Fatemi Walker The Food Bank’s goal is to ensure no one in Santa Cruz County goes without nutritious food. Thanks to community partners, The
What is normal? I thought things would return to normal following the three-year Covid pandemic and devastating Santa Cruz Mountain fires. I thought we’d survived the worst. But nothing could
SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK ENCOURAGES ADVOCATING FOR MORE SUPPORT Excerpt from The Pajaronian by Tara Fatemi Walker A Santa Cruz County resident and Second Harvest Food Bank client who received $281
Excerpt from Santa Cruz Sentinel by Tara Fatemi Walker Looking at the long line of people awaiting food on a Thursday at Santa Cruz Bible Church, it’s impressive that Second Harvest Food
Excerpt from Santa Cruz Sentinel by Tara Fatemi Walker When people think of Second Harvest Food Bank, they might picture the ubiquitous collection barrels seen across the county during the
Music has been part of Ben James’ life for many years, and now the Santa Cruz resident has chosen The Food Bank as a beneficiary of his musical efforts. Last
Excerpt from The Pajaronian by Tara Fatemi Walker Every Wednesday at the Vets Memorial Building (VMB), people come together in community. Why? Military veterans sacrificed so much to bravely serve
Excerpt from The Pajaronian by Tara Fatemi Walker New law requires food waste reduction September 23, 2022 – SANTA CRUZ COUNTY—Second Harvest Food Bank (SHFB) and its network of more
The skyrocketing cost of infant formula has taken on a very personal meaning for Marq and Elizabeth Lipton, who welcomed their first grandchild last year. That’s why the couple founded
July 5, 2022 excerpt from Edible Monterey Bay by Kathryn McKenzie July 5, 2022 – Santa Cruz County’s Second Harvest Food Bank just hit a huge milestone—enough food to make 200
Our very own volunteer extraordinaire, Michael Cinque, has been chosen by the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz as this year’s “Be the Difference” award recipient! Volunteering is the contribution of
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