Hunger Action Month: Understand & Engage

Start

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Sep 19, 2025
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9:30am

End

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Sep 19, 2025
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12:00pm

Description


Event Overview:

Join us for a day of learning and engagement focused on hunger awareness and the role of food banks in our community. This educational event is designed to deepen your understanding of food insecurity, explore the mission and operations of Second Harvest Heartland, and inspire thoughtful action.   


Event Schedule:

  • 9:15 – 9:30 AM | Arrival & Check-In 
    Settle in and prepare for a day of discovery and connection.  

  • 9:30 – 9:50 AM | Welcome, Second Harvest Heartland Overview & Make Hunger History 101
    Gain insight into our mission and the broader context of hunger in our region.  

  • 9:50 – 10:30 AM | Interactive Learning Activity 
    Participate in a hands-on experience that brings the realities of hunger and food access to life.  

  • 10:30 – 10:45 AM | Break 
    Take a moment to refresh and reflect.  

  • 10:45 – 11:15 AM | Facility Tour 
    Explore how food is sourced, stored, and distributed to support individuals and families across Minnesota.  

  • 11:15 – 11:55 AM | Lunch 
    Enjoy a meal while connecting with fellow participants and continuing the conversation. 

  • 12:00 – 1:30 PM | Optional Volunteer Shift: Sorting & Packing
    Put learning into action by helping prepare food for distribution to local communities.


Optional Shift Registration Instructions:

  1. Click our join group link - VE-Hunger Action Event
  2. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click "Join Group"


Questions?

Email us at volunteer@2harvest.org


We hope to see you there!

Contact

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Get Connected Icon (651) 282-0901