Month: June 2024

Is Dairy Important in the Fight Against Hunger?

June is National Dairy Month, and at Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, we recognize the significant impact dairy products have in the fight against hunger. Dairy products are not only a delicious part of our daily meals but also a crucial component in providing nutritional security to families in need. This month let’s …

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Is Pride Month Important for Tennessee?

You may think that Pride Month isn’t that important of a month for Tennessee. Stereotypes and misguided preconceptions could have some think that in the South there just aren’t as many people in the LGBTQ+ community so this holiday shouldn’t be an important focus for our state. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Tennessee …

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What Food Insecurity Means for LGBTQIA+ People in Middle and West Tennessee

Tennessee is home to approximately 225,000 LGBTQIA+ people, including approximately 30,800 people who identify as transgender. LGBTQIA+ Tennesseans are your neighbors, your family, your coworkers, and your community members. LGBTQIA+ Tennesseans deserve to be safe, respected, celebrated, and never have to worry about where their next meal may come from.  LGBTQIA+ Tennesseans face an unsupportive …

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How Does Second Harvest Fight Hunger During the Summer 

Hunger Free Summer: Ensuring No Child Goes Hungry When School’s Out  Summer is a time of joy and relaxation for many children, but for some, it can also mean uncertainty about where their next meal will come from. When school cafeterias close for summer break, vulnerable kids lose access to the free and reduced breakfasts …

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