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Now Hiring: Marketing & Graphic Design Intern [part time]
JOB SUMMARY This position provides support to Second Helpings’ Marketing & Communications Manager and the Development staff in creating dynamic, engaging, digital and physical fundraising and events collateral. For the full job description, click here. To apply for this position, send a cover letter and resume to Emily Martin [...]
Now Hiring: Volunteer Services Coordinator [Part Time]
An opportunity to be an integral part of the Second Helpings team. Supports the activities of Volunteer Services via scheduling, communication, training, and database management. For the full job description, click here. To apply for this position, send a cover letter and resume to Michelle Woodruff at michelle@secondhelpings.org by the [...]
Kevin Reid breaks all-time record for most hours volunteered
On April 15, Second Helpings staff surprised longtime volunteer Kevin Reid at the Linwood Kroger where he works as a utility clerk. The occasion: As of that week, Kevin had accumulated the most-ever hours volunteered at Second Helpings. Since he began volunteering in high school in 2004, Kevin has [...]
March 2021 Volunteer of the Month: David Penoff
Second Helpings' Volunteer of the Month for March 2021 is David Penoff! David has been a consistent force in the Food Rescue Department over the last two years. He has been here every Tuesday since the start of the pandemic in March of 2020 rain or shine. David has [...]
Second Helpings CEO Jennifer Vigran to Retire
For Immediate Release Contact: Emily Martin Phone: (317) 632-2664, ext. 112 Email: emilymartin@secondhelpings.org Second Helpings CEO Jennifer Vigran to Retire Second Helpings CEO Jennifer Vigran announced her retirement after 20 years with the organization. INDIANAPOLIS (March 22, 2021) – Second Helpings today announced the retirement of its [...]
Marking a Year
CEO Jennifer Vigran speaks to Second Helpings staff and volunteers on March 18, the one-year anniversary of our grab-and-go meals, a symbol of our COVID response. When schools in Marion County closed in March last year, the impact on Second Helpings was dramatic and instantaneous. While the [...]
Now Hiring: Driver [part-time]
Transports prepared and perishable food from food service donors to Second Helpings for redistribution to nonprofit social service agencies, keeps accurate donation records, assists with the safe storage of donated food, and cleanliness of vehicles and dock. For the full job description, click here. To apply for this position, [...]
February 2021 Volunteer of the Month: Toni Winstead
Toni volunteering at the Second Helpings front desk I am so happy to announce our Volunteer of the Month is Toni Winstead! Toni has been a rock star, especially during COVID, never missing a beat, stepping in to go above and beyond to make sure our communities [...]
What’s it like to volunteer at Second Helpings?
There are so many ways to get involved as a Second Helpings volunteer – from chopping produce to answering phones, from organizing events to teaching students. Corks & Forks will be virtual this year. Mark your calendar for Friday, April 23, and stay tuned for more details! Elaine Gaither has done it all. She currently serves [...]
Second Helpings on modified operations February 17, 2021
Second Helpings will be on modified operations today, Wednesday Feb. 17. All kitchen volunteer shifts are cancelled. Programs staff will be onsite to prepare and deliver meals to partner agencies. Continue to stay warm and safe! Keep your eyes on Second Helpings social media, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, for the latest updates. [...]