Prescribing Nourishment: Stanford Medicine and Second Harvest Partner to Improve Health with Food
Produce distributed at Welch Park distribution site in San Jose.
SUN Bucks Program Encourages Food Security for Kids During the Summer
Summertime is supposed to be fun and carefree for kids, but for many families, it can mean additional financial strain. In a region where food insecurity is already higher than [...]
Why Food Insecurity Is So High in Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley is known for being one of the wealthiest regions in the country, yet 1 in 6 residents relies on Second Harvest of Silicon Valley for food assistance, half [...]
Community Fundraisers, From Then to Now
In 1974, several resourceful and innovative community members realized that while thousands of neighbors were hungry, local growers were throwing away millions of pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables. True [...]
Strengthening Community Health Through Medical Partnerships
Nourishment is fundamental to good health not just in the short term; it contributes to better mental and physical health in the long run as well. Food insecurity has a [...]
College Hunger: Food Insecurity is a Reality Across Campuses
College students in Silicon Valley are seeking a better life for themselves and their families through higher education, but don’t have the money to meet their basic needs in the [...]
Silicon Valley’s Low Unemployment Hides a Cost-of-living Crisis
Many people wonder why so many Silicon Valley households are struggling with food insecurity when the local job market is strong. Second Harvest of Silicon Valley serves an astonishing 1 [...]
Top 6 Reasons Healthy Food is Important for Students in School
During the school year, the focus for many households with students is a hectic schedule full of schoolwork, sports and socializing. The foundation for all of these activities is a [...]
Stress Eating and Our Relationship With Food
Chronic stress causes our bodies to release a hormone called cortisol, which increases our appetite. With stress eating, people often select foods that are high in sugar, salt and fat.
How You Can Help Divert Food Waste
Take action on climate change in your own kitchen today. It will not only save you money and keep your space organized, but a small amount of effort can make a big difference in our world.