Second Harvest of South Georgia

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Second Harvest of South Georgia:
Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Leading the charge against hunger for more than 30 years

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Commodity Supplemental Food Program

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of low-income persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods.

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Give Food or Funds

Support the cause by making financial contributions or donating food to help us sustain and expand our programs.

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Volunteer with SHSG

Get involved in the fight against hunger by volunteering at the food bank

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About Us

Feeding Those in Need

In 1982, a small group of volunteers representing several Valdosta churches formed the Unity Food Bank with the goal of giving community churches access to the foods and services necessary to carry out their charitable work. The group operated in a borrowed basement, distributing loads of food donated from another organization. Over the last 31 years, the organization has grown and transformed – changing names and leadership, becoming independent and nationally-accredited, and expanding geographically and operationally.

Today, Second Harvest of South Georgia is the leading hunger-relief organization in the region and the largest rural food bank in the state. We serve a nearly 12,000 square mile region made up of 26 counties. In addition to our Valdosta headquarters, we have branches in Thomasville and Tifton. From these locations, we serve more than 300 partner agencies through a variety of programs including the Food Bank, Kids Cafe, Mobile Food Pantry, and Teachers’ Harvest among others.

How We Operate

Our Community Empowers Us

Second Harvest of South Georgia relies on donations to continue our work. For every $1 we receive, we can distribute food equal to 9 meals. That means that your gift has an exponential impact on our community. You can help us feed our neighbors in need in a variety of ways: one-time giving, monthly giving, legacy giving, and more.

Giving Back To Our Community

Ways to Get Involved

Donate Funds

Support the cause by providing financial contributions to help sustain and expand initiatives.

Donate Food

Contribute essential food items to support those in need and help combat hunger in the community.

Donate Time

Get involved by volunteering your time and efforts to make a difference in alleviating hunger.

Our Partners

Find Your Nearest Location

Locate food assistance through our interactive tool designed to connect you with pantries and emergency resources closest to you.  Through our agency partner network, we have locations across the region that can help provide you with food and groceries at no cost.

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Agency Partners across South Georgia

Our Supporters Help Us Feed More!

Become a Second Harvest Partner Agency

Thank you for your interest in partnering with Second Harvest of South Georgia. Through our network of partner agencies, we distribute more than 1 million pounds of food per month. Our programs can help you increase the impact of each dollar you spend on your ministry or outreach program. We are always looking for dedicated groups to join us in the fight against hunger in South Georgia.

Churches and 501(c)3 nonprofits may be eligible to partner with Second Harvest of South Georgia. Our programs can help organizations increase the impact of each dollar spent on their ministries and outreach programs. Through our network of agency partners, we distribute more than X pounds of food to neighbors in need each month. We are always seeking dedicated groups to join us in the fight against hunger in South Georgia.

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From Our Experience

News and Articles

Hurricane Helene Updates

Update Posted: 10/10/2024 at 3:47 pm. Saturday, October 12, 2024 SHSG Mass Food Distribution for all affected by Hurricane Helene. 

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Give today and help Second Harvest of South
Georgia feed those affected by Hurricane Helene.

For every $10 donated, we can provide 90 meals
worth of food to our neighbors in need.