Feeding Families
Mass Food Distributions
Mass food distributions bring nutritious food directly into our communities. Through the host of our network agencies and volunteers, we are able to service hundreds of families during each event. The typical mobile food pantry provides- dry goods, fresh produce, and fresh meat/dairy (when available).
The goal of our mass food distributions is to serve areas in high need, including rural areas which may not have easily accessible grocery stores, markets, or food pantries.
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)
The Food Bank administers the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) through the North Carolina Department of Agriculture (NCDA). This federal program helps supplement the diets of people living with a low income by providing them with emergency food assistance at no cost. Currently, the Food Bank partners with 52 nonprofit organizations delivering the service in 5 Southeastern counties of Bladen, Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, and Sampson.
Disaster Relief
The Second Harvest Food Bank of Southeast North Carolina acts as a first responder in times of disaster. When a tornado or flood strikes, we draw upon our food supplies to deliver emergency food and water to residents directly impacted.
In times of disaster, the Food Bank deploys its fleet of refrigerated trucks to deliver food to those that need it most. Thank you to our generous donors, for donating trucks that help us accomplish this important part of our mission.
SNAP Outreach Program
The SNAP Outreach Program provides resources to help families apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The SNAP Outreach Coordinator encourages families to apply for SNAP benefits while informing them about the availability of food resources and providing updates on mobile food distributions.
