Donate today and your gift will go farther thanks to a special holiday matching fund.
Imagine the joy of setting the table for our neighbors in need.
You can bring the spirit of the season to people facing hunger in our community.
No one can thrive without food.
Right now, 1 in 7 people—and 1 in 5 children—don’t know where their next meal will come from. A lack of food has real consequences for their health and well-being. It’s a huge problem we can solve if we work together.
Join us today to fill empty plates.
Find free food near you
- Open to all: Any neighbor in need is welcome, no questions asked
- Judgment-free zone: We’re here to help, not to judge your circumstances
Fresh, nutritious options: Enjoy a variety of fresh produce and healthy food items - Flexible support: Whether it’s a one-time need or ongoing assistance, we’re here for you
We’re on a mission to solve hunger today, tomorrow and the day after that.
Second Harvest offers a wide variety of innovative programs designed to nourish our community from all angles, addressing immediate hunger needs, long-term food security, and nutrition education.
Mobile Market
Bringing fresh food directly to communities throughout Eastern Washington and North Idaho.
Nourishing neighbors
We partner with over 250 food banks and meal sites to ensure reliable access to a variety of food.
Bite2Go
Providing kid-friendly meals and snacks for weekends and school breaks when school meals aren't available.
The Kitchen
Going beyond the food box
Providing food is just the first step. The real magic happens when you transform ingredients into nourishing meals. The Kitchen is a community space created to connect through food. From free cooking classes and online recipes to exclusive volunteer celebrations and corporate team building, there’s something for everyone. Join us to boost your culinary skills, stretch your food budget, learn to eat healthier, or simply enjoy good company.
Real people, real impact
At Second Harvest, every meal tells a story. From volunteers to donors, farmers to families – we’re all part of a bigger picture. Here’s a taste of how we’re making a difference, together.
Our recipe for ending hunger
At Second Harvest, we believe in rolling up our sleeves and getting to work. Our approach to fighting hunger is as unique as the community we serve – it’s a blend of gratitude, determination, and a dash of scrappiness that keeps us moving forward, one meal at a time.
Join our crew of hunger-fighting heroes today
Volunteer
Get hands-on with hunger relief. Whether packing boxes or prepping meals in our Kitchen, volunteering is your chance to make a tangible difference. See, touch, and directly impact the food that nourishes our community. No experience needed – just bring your enthusiasm and watch your efforts transform into real help for our neighbors.
Donate
Thanks to our wide network of partners and our knack for stretching resources, every contribution goes further than you’d expect. A small donation becomes a family dinner; a larger one transforms into thousands of meals. Join us in turning your generosity into real, nourishing impact for neighbors in need.
Donate excess food and reduce waste
Collect funds or food for others
Legacy gifts, investments and more
Powered by people and partners
In the fight against hunger, every helping hand makes a difference – and we’re grateful for the diverse community that fuels our mission.
Homegrown help
It’s the first harvest that makes the second harvest possible. Our mission is made possible by the hard work and dedication of the good people in agriculture and the food industry.
Keeping it fresh
Local farms contribute thousands of pounds of nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables to our food bank annually.
Supporting our local economy
By partnering with area farmers, we help strengthen our regional food system and economy.
Reducing Food Waste
We rescue surplus yet perfectly edible food from farms and food manufacturers transforming potential waste into nourishing meals while promoting a more efficient food system.
Local food assistance
Pantries and meal sites are a wonderful, diverse network made up of hardworking people. Our job is to keep all their shelves full of healthy food.
Boots on the ground
Across our network, dedicated people ensure food banks are stocked and volunteers pitch in tirelessly to serve those in need.
We work together
We work hand in hand with food banks to ensure they are getting what they need to serve their community.
Long reach
We serve over 250 food banks and meal sites across our network. Did you know Second Harvest’s service area covers 26 counties in Eastern WA and North ID?
Nothing wasted
Every year, millions of pounds of wholesome food go to waste. We help local grocery stores save perfectly healthy food that can help those in need.
Food stays local
Second Harvest connects grocery stores with local food banks, keeping food donations within the community.
Sustainability
By joining forces with amazing local grocers, we’re turning potential waste into nourishing meals for our neighbors. This mix of sustainability, community support and good old-fashioned resourcefulness ensures nothing is wasted.
Frequency and variety
Grocery store partnerships add to the variety of foods available at local food banks, ranging from fresh produce and proteins to specialty items.
Serving with humility
We’re deeply grateful for the thousands of incredible volunteers who join our humble fight against hunger
Backbone of our mission
With open hearts and rolled-up sleeves, our volunteers are the backbone of our mission. They work hard to get food out our door, making sure the most vulnerable are not harmed by hunger.
Lasting relationships
Our volunteers are a huge part of our team. Most volunteer on a regular basis, some have even been serving for decades!
Ready to do a little good in the world?
Whether you have an hour to spare or a day to dedicate, we invite you to join us.
Generosity in action
Compassionate gifts fuel our mission, turning excess food into life-sustaining meals that nourish families, seniors and children facing hunger each day.
High impact
Donor support powers our trucks, stocks our warehouses, and fuels our volunteer programs, creating a ripple of compassion that touches thousands of lives and brings hope to those struggling with food insecurity.
Genuine relationships
Donors are heroes who quietly work to make our community a better place. It’s our privilege to play a role in making their vision for a hunger-free community a reality.
Trust and accountability
It’s our responsibility to be wise with the dollars and resources entrusted to us. We are grateful for the community’s support and we strive to earn every gift through trust, hard work, and accountability. Second Harvest consistently receives Charity Navigator’s 4 Star rating.
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