Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties

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Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties is the trusted leader dedicated to ending local hunger. Since its inception in 1974, Second Harvest has become one of the largest food banks in the nation, providing food to an average of nearly one quarter of a million people each month. The Food Bank mobilizes individuals, companies and community partners to connect people to the nutritious food they need. More than half of the food distributed is fresh produce. Second Harvest also plays a leading role in promoting federal nutrition programs and educating families on how to make healthier food choices.

To ensure that anyone who needs a meal can get one, Second Harvest Food Bank partners with more than 300 nonprofit agencies to provide food at more than 740 sites throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties, including pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and after-school programs. Second Harvest is one of only a few food banks that does not charge its partners for the food it provides. Last year, the Food Bank provided the equivalent of 41 million meals to the community. Visit www.SHFB.org to learn more or get involved.

2013 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - First Place, Best Organization Making a Difference

2009 BEST OF SILICON VALLEY Reader Survey Winner - First Place, Best Organization Making a Difference