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“Sweet” CJT internship provided by new Honeywell Fund
For Alaina Applewhite, the Culinary Job Training (CJT) program was a natural first step into the culinary field. “I’ve always loved to cook, and I knew I wanted to do something culinary-related,” Applewhite remembers, but other programs she researched felt overwhelming or intimidating. After her mom saw Second Helpings’ [...]
Prepared food donations create efficient turnaround
Donations of prepared food from caterers and event centers save valuable time and ingredients at Second Helpings. A unique facet of Second Helpings’ operations is the ability to safely procure prepared foods from caterers, restaurants, and event centers. “Being one of the only non-profits with this capability [...]
New kitchen space expands Second Helpings’ capacity to feed Indy
Second Helpings’ new flexible-use space provides a variety of expanded opportunities, from meal preparation, food distribution, and more, after renovating the small warehouse. This winter, Second Helpings officially opened a new flexible-use space after renovating the small warehouse. “The new flex space has been a huge help [...]
Now Hiring: Kitchen Coordinator [Full-Time]
About the Hunger Relief Kitchen Coordinator Position This position provides support to the Manager of Hunger Relief in food preparation, directing volunteers and temporary employees and kitchen sanitation. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. The application deadline is 8:00 AM on Monday, [...]
January 2023 Volunteer of the Month: Muhammad Latifi
Let me introduce Muhammad Latifi, Second Helpings January's Volunteer of the Month! Muhammad has been a bright light and a fantastic addition to our Second Helpings volunteer family. If you have not had a chance to meet Muhammad, I encourage you to do so, his quick wit and sense [...]
Second Helpings open with limited operations January 25, 2023
Second Helpings will be open with limited operations today, Wednesday Jan. 25. We will be monitoring the weather throughout the day. A small group of programs staff will be onsite to prepare and deliver meals to partner agencies that are open today and prepare tomorrow's meals. Continue to stay [...]
Souper Bowls offers unique opportunity to celebrate culinary industry, community involvement
We’re only 2 weeks away from Souper Bowls returning in person! If you’ve attended this event in the past, you know you have an afternoon full of delicious soups to enjoy. If you’ve never been, this is a great event to invite a friend to and introduce them to [...]
December 2022 Volunteers of the Month: Sam and Carol Bixler
We are excited to introduce our Volunteers of the Month for December 2022, Sam and Carol Bixler! Sam and Carol have been volunteering with Second Helpings for 8 months, serving more than 40 shifts, totaling more than 100 hours each! They are one of our incredible driving teams, delivering [...]
Staff Spotlight: Claire Bozzano
Get to know the people behind the mission! Each month we'll introduce a member of our incredible, hard-working team. Meet the whole #FeedIndy staff here.Name: Claire BozzanoTitle: Human Resources ManagerHow long have you worked at Second Helpings?4 monthsWhat do you like most about your job?Being part of a solutionWhat is [...]
Second Helpings closed December 23, 2022
Due to the winter storm warning in Indianapolis and beyond, Second Helpings will be closed Friday, December 23, 2022. All meals for tomorrow will be delivered to partner agencies today, Thursday, December 22. We encourage all volunteers to stay indoors, stay warm and safe. Keep your eyes on Second [...]