A volunteer helps distribute fresh produce and more at a Second Harvest Mobile Panty distribution on the campus of Wilkes Community College.
In January of 2025, Second Harvest's network of partner food assistance agencies supported 79,509 neighbors with food assistance. That's a concerning 150% increase in the number of people requesting help in January of 2022, just three years ago. As families continue to do all they can to navigate through higher rent, food, and childcare costs, Second Harvest is asking people like you to keep doing all that you can to support our critical mission and work, so that our neighbors and communities can thrive.
Being a part of the solution to food insecurity in our communities is about showing up to support our neighbors in ways that make a difference. Your continued strong support is essential to the success and impact of Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC's mission.
Now in its 12th year, the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign with Walmart stores and Sam's Clubs invites customers, members, and suppliers to help feed a neighbor and nourish our community through three simple actions you can take now through March 31, 2025.
To date, thanks to your support, Fight Hunger. Spark Change. has provided nearly $1.9 million ( the equivalent of 11,400,000 meals) to our food bank alone to support Second Harvest Food Bank programs that are Fueling Futures and Strengthening Communities. Because everyone deserves to eat.
3 Easy Ways to Fight Hunger. Spark Change.
Donate at check-out in stores or clubs (including at self-checkout. (Your gifts of $1, $5, or any amount will be directed to your Feeding America Food Bank, based on the store zip code.)
Purchase participating items* in stores, clubs, or online at Walmart and Sam's Clubs. Each purchase generates a donation to a Feeding America food bank based on the store zip code.)
Donate at Feeding America’s Fight Hunger. Spark Change. donation site at either www.FeedingAmerica.org/Walmart.
In the coming days, we'll be highlighting the impact of your support, as well as our year-round partnership with Walmart, through programs that increase food access, provide job training and nutrition education, and reduce food waste while feeding communities. Be on the lookout for links to our new video series: Fueling Futures and Strengthening Communities. Stay tuned to this blog and social channels!
*The 24 participating suppliers for Walmart are B&G Foods Inc., Bush Brothers & Co., Celsius, The Coca-Cola Co., Conagra Foods, Dole Packaged Foods LLC, Ferrero USA, General Mills, Hershey Salty Snacks, Kellanova, Keurig Dr. Pepper, Kodiak, Kraft Heinz, Lipton Tea, Ben’s Original, Materne, Mondelez International, Olipop, Pepsi-Cola Advertising & Marketing Inc., Hidden Valley Original Ranch, The Hain Celestial Group, WK Kellogg Co., Unilever and Utz Quality Foods.
The six participating suppliers for Sam’s Club are Kellanova, Kodiak, Kraft Heinz, General Mills, Nestlé and Unilever.
