Now Hiring: Driver [Full-Time]

About the Driver Position This position transfers excess prepared and perishable food from donor food service operators to Second Helpings and redistribute as directed to nonprofit social service agencies. For the full job description, click here. Apply for this position online here. The application deadline is 8:00 AM on Monday, [...]

By |2023-05-09T14:37:10-04:00May 9th, 2023|

2023 Indy Pride Parade

2023 Indy Pride Parade Home / Events / Calendar / 2023 Indy Pride Parade Second Helpings will be at the 2023 Indy Pride Parade, held along Massachusetts Avenue in downtown Indianapolis! This event has grown to feature over 140 floats, vehicles, and [...]

By |2023-05-01T16:18:12-04:00May 1st, 2023|

Looking back on 25 years

On April 29, 2023, Second Helpings turns 25 years old! This milestone is an occasion to reflect on all the work our community has done together, as well as the work that continues into the next 25 years and beyond. Our first meal delivery ticket On April [...]

By |2023-04-28T13:21:17-04:00April 25th, 2023|

March 2023 Volunteer of the Month: Susan Alvarez

I am so excited to introduce you to Susan Alvarez, Second Helpings' Volunteer of the Month for March 2023. Susan has been a volunteer for a little over a year now. She came through the doors with a heart to serve wherever she is needed. She brought a wealth [...]

By |2023-04-06T14:40:08-04:00April 6th, 2023|

SOLD OUT “The Working Hungry” Screening

The Working Hungry Screening - SOLD OUT Home / Events / Calendar / The Working Hungry Screening Space is full for this event, thanks to all who signed up to attend! Join Second Helpings for a screening of the new WFYI documentary The [...]

By |2023-05-15T08:18:40-04:00March 21st, 2023|

February 2023 Volunteer of the Month: Sophie Lindley

I am so happy to present our February Volunteer of the Month Sophie Lindley. Sophie is a fantastic addition to the Second Helpings family. It is always so great to see her radiant smile, and her willingness to help when called upon. Thank you, Sophie, for the great energy [...]

By |2023-03-20T15:17:14-04:00March 20th, 2023|

Second Helpings’ ABIDE Committee looks towards future

Over the last couple of years, Second Helpings staff have worked to advance efforts to foster learning, belonging, and empowerment in how we work with each other and with our community. Michelle Woodruff is Second Helpings’ Manager of Volunteer Services and Co-Chair of the ABIDE Committee. The [...]

By |2023-04-04T16:19:09-04:00February 21st, 2023|

Now Hiring: Senior Hub Coordinator [Full-Time]

About the Senior Hub Coordinator Position This position works with the Director of Food Rescue to direct and facilitate the distribution of prepared meals and bulk items to Second Helpings partner agencies, and will direct and assist with the receiving, processing, and safe storage of prepared and perishable food [...]

By |2023-02-20T08:29:03-05:00February 20th, 2023|

Pathway to Recovery offers holistic services for residents

Pathway to Recovery provides transitional housing for Hoosiers impacted by substance use and mental disorders. For residents at Pathway to Recovery, food from Second Helpings is a crucial part of building community. Located downtown, Pathway provides transitional and permanent housing with support services for formerly homeless men [...]

By |2023-02-17T09:43:42-05:00February 17th, 2023|

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 [...]

By |2023-02-17T09:08:36-05:00February 17th, 2023|