Second Helpings is a nonprofit food rescue and distribution network based in Hilton Head Island, SC. They are dedicated to eliminating hunger and food waste in the South Carolina Lowcountry by collecting and distributing food that would have otherwise ended up in landfills. Through their efforts, they provide free food to over 50 food pantries, soup kitchens, and family and senior programs in Beaufort, Jasper, and Hampton counties. Since 1992, they have distributed over 47 million pounds of food to those in need.
With an estimated 20,000 people in need in their three-county area, Second Helpings serves a diverse range of populations, including children and their families, senior citizens, and workers who struggle to make ends meet. They rely on the generosity of volunteers and food donors to rescue and distribute food, preventing food waste and ensuring that no one in their community goes hungry. Through their partnerships and advocacy, Second Helpings is making a significant impact in addressing food insecurity and improving the well-being of their neighbors in need.
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