Disaster Relief
Disaster Preparedness
Before disasters occur, Second Harvest collaborates closely with national, state and local partners to ensure that food, water and essential supplies are prepared and available for deployment at a moment’s notice.
Decades of experience make Second Harvest uniquely qualified to provide immediate relief and long-term recovery to neighbors impacted by fires, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and more.
Disaster Response and Recovery
After a disaster strikes, Second Harvest maintains constant communication with Feeding America, Feeding Florida, state and county emergency operations centers, and other relief agencies. This coordinated effort ensures that essential food, water and supplies can be mobilized quickly to the areas of greatest need.Â
Second Harvest can receive large donations of food, water and supplies from the Feeding America network of food banks, food manufacturers and government relief programs to support response efforts. Financial contributions and volunteer efforts are crucial for distributing meals and hope to neighbors affected by the disaster.
Second Harvest’s Mercy Kitchen can rapidly ramp up the production of hot or cold meals for community feeding programs, local shelters and other partners in the wake of a disaster.
Second Harvest and its partners are embedded within the local community. These unique relationships allow for ongoing support as neighbors rebuild, recover and regain stability in the months following a disaster.
Preparation Checklist
Use this checklist to help you gather three days’ worth of supplies for your hurricane emergency kit.
Stories of Hope
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Meet the neighbors, partners and volunteers who bring our mission to life. These stories highlight how your support helps fight hunger, fuel futures and strengthen communities
— one meal at a time.
Expansion of Delivery Fleet Increases Access to Food for Homebound NeighborsÂ
Myth Vs. Fact: What Food Items Can Be Donated to Second Harvest? Â
Hunger Action Month Food Distribution Feeds more than 600 Lake County Families Â
$10 a month helps provide 40 meals
Hope starts with you.
