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 [...]
Did you know that 30% of all food in the U.S. is wasted? And, nearly 6 million tons of food is wasted each year in California alone. At Second [...]
Produce distributed at Welch Park distribution site in San Jose.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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.