Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana

We're back!! Our Mobile Market in Westwego was closed last week but is open this Thursday! Visit us to purchase fresh foods at fair prices! This service is intended to help those who don't have a nearby grocery store by providing access to healthy, fresh foods. For more info go to no-hunger.org/mobilemarket

We are thrilled to announce that Second Harvest has received a $5,000 grant from Albertsons Market Foundation’s #NourishingNeighbors Program and @OOrganics to tackle food insecurity in Lafayette Parish this summer! Thank you to Albertsons for your continued partnership in the movement to end child hunger in our community. #summerfeeding #OOrganics #albertsons #NourishingNeighbors

🎩 Hats off to our amazing volunteers! 🧢 Last week, our 'Summer of Fun' series took a hilarious turn with Funny Hat Week! Our dedicated volunteers showed up in style, proving that fighting hunger can be both meaningful AND entertaining. From towering top hats to wacky wigs, our team rocked some seriously impressive headgear while sorting donations and packing meals. Who knew food banks could be so fashion-forward? Swipe through to see some of our favorite looks, and don't forget - there's still time to join the fun! This week's theme is What's Poppin'? - which includes freshly popped popcorn with gourmet flavor toppings. Sign up to volunteer and be part of our mission to create a hunger-free community: No-hunger.org/volunteer #FoodBankFun #FunnyHatWeek #VolunteerSpirit #FightingHungerInStyle

NOLA's Hottest Beat: Join DJ Captain Charles for "Packing with Purpose" Let Second Harvest Food Bank Serve Up a Unique Volunteer Experience! When: July 3rd, 1-3 PM (Limited Spots!) Where: Second Harvest Food Bank, New Orleans 5,000 kids need YOUR help this summer. Will you answer the call? "Packing with a Purpose" is a high-energy exclusive volunteer event that invites festival-goers to join forces to tackle child hunger. The event supports Second Harvest's most ambitious summer program, aiming to feed over 5,000 children – more than double last year. Volunteers will pack nutritious snacks, dance to live music, and savor local cuisine, embodying the spirit of New Orleans: celebration with a cause. Why You'll Love It: -Exclusive experience: Dance & pack with celebrity DJ Captain Charles -Take home limited-edition merch (First 10 signups!) -Enjoy local vendor pop up shops - Network with NOLA's most passionate community leaders Real Impact, Real Fast: "In just 2 hours, you can change a child's summer from hunger to happiness." - Natalie Jayroe, CEO, Second Harvest Food Bank Time-Sensitive: Only a few spots left! To register email volunteer services at lglover@no-hunger.org with the subject line "Packing with a Purpose"

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Ketty, her husband, and two dogs moved to town two years ago, seeking a fresh start. Just six months later, tragedy struck. Someone was speeding on the highway, hit her husband, and broke his pelvis. The car accident left him permanently disabled. If it wasn’t for Second Harvest Food Bank, Ketty says they would struggle. “We would have a very hard time. Food stamps aren’t reliable because they’ve gone down and food prices have gone up.” To learn more about how you can join our mission to end hunger, go to no-hunger.org Like, comment and share to help spread the word!

With heartfelt gratitude, we thank Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. for their amazing donation of 800 gallons of milk in celebration of National Dairy Month! This generous gift will provide essential nutrition to families in need, making a real difference in their lives. Your kindness and support are deeply valued by all of us. Thank you, Prairie Farms! #PrairieFarmsDonation #CommunityLove #NationalDairyMonth

We are beyond grateful to Chick-fil-A Restaurants for their generous grant and support in our mission to end hunger. 🙏 Your contribution to our Kids Cafe Program is truly making a difference in the lives of so many children. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! 💖 #KidsCafe #CommunitySupport

Check out this awesome sip and shop event with proceeds going to our food bank!

Our Mobile Markets are now accepting Summer EBT (SUN Bucks)! For more info on SUN Bucks go to https://lnkd.in/gpgZikfD and for more info on our Mobile Markets go to no-hunger.org/mobilemarket.