New headquarters will expand capacity, improve efficiency and build a more food-secure future for Silicon Valley
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Sept. 3, 2025 — Second Harvest of Silicon Valley today announced the groundbreaking of its future headquarters in San Jose, California — a milestone that marks a new chapter in the organization’s mission to end hunger in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties.
The new facility will enable Second Harvest — one of the largest food banks in the nation — to unify most of its operations,1 which currently run out of three locations, under one roof. By uniting multiple warehouses and offices into a single, energy-efficient facility, the organization will be able to distribute more nutritious food to more neighbors facing food insecurity, respond swiftly in times of crisis, and ensure the food bank remains a reliable source of support for the community today while positioning it to create lasting impact for decades to come.
Construction is expected to be completed in 2027.
“This new home will be the heart of our work — where food, staff, volunteers and hope come together for our community,” said Leslie Bacho, CEO of Second Harvest of Silicon Valley. “It will allow us to serve more families with dignity today, while also giving us the capacity to prepare for tomorrow. We’ve always known hunger is a challenge we can solve when we work together, and this milestone shows what’s possible when our community unites to ensure we all have the nutritious food we need to thrive.”
The new headquarters will feature:
- 215,000-square-foot facility with increased capacity for cold and dry storage
- Larger loading dock area to speed up food distribution
- Expanded warehouse space and parking to accommodate larger volunteer groups
- Future-forward infrastructure and energy-conscious systems, including rooftop solar panels, CO₂ refrigeration, LEED certification and a high-performance building envelope to improve energy efficiency and durability.
This increased capacity is essential. In Silicon Valley, where food insecurity is higher than the national average, a staggering 1 in 6 neighbors turn to the food bank for support. Half of those served are children and seniors. Many working families still can’t make ends meet due to the region’s high cost of living.
In a recent Second Harvest client survey, the majority of households reported at least one person working, yet nearly 60% said they still couldn’t cover monthly expenses. When budgets are tight, food is often the first thing cut.
“As we continue to serve elevated levels of need, this new facility strengthens our ability to operate efficiently at scale,” said Bacho. “It will allow us to get more nutritious food to the hundreds of thousands of people who rely on us each month, while making the most of every dollar and every donation. By centralizing our operations, we can serve our network of over 400 partners across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties more effectively, reaching neighbors where they live and work.”
The new building is projected to save the food bank millions annually through greater efficiency. It will also enable Second Harvest to scale up quickly in emergencies with the ability to distribute up to 160 million pounds of food per year, a 30% increase over current capacity.
This groundbreaking milestone would not be possible without the immense generosity of Second Harvest of Silicon Valley’s donor community,2 including visionary philanthropists, as well as our lead corporate donors who each contributed $5 million or more and lead foundation donors who each contributed $1 million or more to bring this vision to life:
- Cisco
- Applied Materials Foudnation
- ASML
- Sutter Health
- Quỹ David và Lucile Packard
With $129 million raised to date, Second Harvest is working to close the final $21 million gap to fully fund this project.
“This new facility represents more than increased capacity,” said Bacho. “It’s an investment in hope, opportunity and a hunger-free future for Silicon Valley.”
Về vụ thu hoạch thứ hai của Thung lũng Silicon
Founded in 1974, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is one of the largest food banks in the nation and a trusted nonprofit leader in ending local hunger. The organization distributes nutritious food through a network of more than 400 partners at over 900 sites across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Due to the prohibitively expensive cost of living in Silicon Valley and increased prices caused by inflation, Second Harvest is serving an average of about 500,000 people every month. Second Harvest also connects people to federal nutrition programs and other food resources, and advocates for anti-hunger policies on the local, state and national levels. To learn more about how Second Harvest is responding to the incredible amount of need in Silicon Valley, visit shfb.org.
Nếu bạn đang đưa tin về các vấn đề liên quan đến nạn đói ở Thung lũng Silicon, chúng tôi có thể cung cấp những người phát ngôn chuyên gia có thể nói về bối cảnh địa phương. Vui lòng liên hệ với Diane Baker Hayward tại dbakerhayward@shfb.org hoặc 408-266-8866, máy lẻ 368.
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1 While the new headquarters will serve both Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, Second Harvest will maintain its smaller facility in San Carlos, California, as a convenient satellite for some of its San Mateo County partners.
2 Quotes from lead corporate and foundation donors:
“The new Second Harvest of Silicon Valley headquarters represents a significant leap forward in addressing food insecurity, not only expanding immediate capacity but also building in the critical ability to scale for future needs. Cisco is immensely proud to be a lead partner in this visionary project, reinforcing our commitment to fostering resilient and thriving communities across Silicon Valley.”
— Maria Poveromo, Chief Communications Officer, Cisco
“Applied Materials, Inc. has long supported Second Harvest of Silicon Valley in its mission to provide local families with access to the food they need. Inspired by the generosity of the company’s employees in giving to Second Harvest, we invite the entire community to join the Applied Materials Foundation in supporting food security in our region.”
— Katie Ferrick, Executive Director, Nền tảng vật liệu ứng dụng
“At ASML, we believe thriving communities are built through collaboration. We are proud to support Second Harvest in building a stronger, healthier Silicon Valley.”
— Leah Sicat, Head of Community Engagement US & Asia, ASML
“Everyone deserves reliable access to nutritious food and quality health care, no matter their circumstances. That’s why we’re proud to support Second Harvest of Silicon Valley. This contribution continues our longstanding partnership and reflects our shared commitment to strengthening communities, advancing healthier outcomes for all, and expanding access to the resources people need to live healthier lives.”
— Melissa White, Vice President of External Affairs, Sutter Health
“Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is more than a source of food — it’s a place where people and families find hope and connection. When we show up for one another, our communities grow stronger and more resilient. We are delighted that Second Harvest will soon be able to reach even more families with the support they need to thrive.”
— Nancy Lindborg, President and CEO, Quỹ David và Lucile Packard
