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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 [...]
Now Hiring: Culinary Job Training Instructor [Part-Time]
About the Culinary Job Training Instructor Position The Culinary Job Training instructor serves as a teacher and role model, teaching key foodservice industry skills and preparing students for jobs upon graduation. Works with the Manager of Culinary Job Training ensuring that the necessary supplies and equipment are available, and [...]
Staff Spotlight: Margaux Clemens
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: Margaux Clemens Title: Volunteer Services Coordinator How long have you worked at Second Helpings? Since December 2022 - I'm in my third week! [...]
Looking back on 2022 at Second Helpings
As we approach the end of the year, we’re looking back on some of our top stories that defined 2022 at Second Helpings. Redesigned CJT Program This summer our Culinary Job Training team reviewed the program’s format and curriculum, and launched the redesigned program in August. The program has [...]
November 2022 Volunteer of the Month: Matt Hook
We are excited to introduce our Volunteer of the Month for November 2022, Matt Hook! Matt has been a very reliable, longtime Food Rescue volunteer. Matt is the epitome of what a Second Helpings volunteer embodies. He is consistent, hardworking, outgoing, and an all-around great steward for the organization. [...]
Your support provides emergency food for winter months
Have you ever thought about what happens at Second Helpings on a snow day? Even if our building needs to be closed, your support allows Second Helpings to ensure meals will continue to be available...because we know that there is always higher demand for food assistance in the winter, [...]