Second Harvest Heartland, located in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, is one of the largest food banks in the United States, dedicated to ending hunger through food distribution, advocacy, and community programs. Serving Minnesota and parts of western Wisconsin, it works alongside a network of food shelves, meal programs, and hunger relief partners to help provide nutritious food to individuals and families in need.

The organization addresses food insecurity on multiple fronts, including rescuing surplus food from retailers and manufacturers, sourcing donations from the community, and distributing millions of pounds of food every year. Programs like SNAP Outreach help connect people with benefits and resources, while initiatives such as “FoodRx” provide medically tailored food options to support the health of those with chronic illnesses.