At Second Chance Foods, volunteers are more than occasional helpers – they are essential to our operations. For so many of our recipients and hunger relief partners, Second Chance Foods provides most or all of the fresh produce they receive. That’s why we need volunteers to help collect, glean, harvest, cook, and connect nourishing groceries and meals with the community members who rely on us for healthy options. But we know it’s not always easy. There have been a lot of rainy and muddy Mondays for gleaning and wet apple harvests lately. At other times, the kitchen can get pretty uncomfortable when it’s hot outside in the summer, and all the ovens and burners only make it worse. Not to mention our pick-up and delivery volunteers who drive in rain, sleet, snow, and ice because they know how important that food is to those who need it.  We understand not everyone can risk certain elements due to health, age, or other reasons *and that’s okay* – but we hope you’ll join us in thanking our hardy harvesters and dedicated volunteers who persevere. Because hunger doesn’t listen to the weather report – rain or shine our community needs nourishing meals and fresh groceries.