Second Harvest of Silicon Valley

06/23/2026

🏗️ Our next chapter is taking shape in Alviso.

Don't miss your chance to become part of what we're building — a future where we can meet the changing needs of our community for generations to come.

This new home belongs to all of us — and together, we can make it possible.

Thanks to a generous $5,000,000 commitment from philanthropist and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, every gift to our capital campaign to build our new home will be TRIPLED through June 30.

Help nourish more neighbors.
💥 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆: https://shfb.online/cc26

06/23/2026

☀️ Sip, sip, hooray — summer is here and it’s smoothie season! Keep cool with our 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲 💚

Here's what makes this drink so refreshing: 🥬🥭🍍🍌🧊

The best part? Every sip is packed with vitamins that support immunity, fuel your metabolism and strengthen bone health. ✨

Grab your blender and treat yourself to this taste of summer: https://shfb.online/irb

06/21/2026

For generations, the name Moses has been passed from father to son in Alviso — a family tradition rooted in love. 💕

Across the street from where we're building our new home, we met Moses Jr., who shared stories of growing up in this neighborhood and the generations of his family who have called this community home.

Today, like many families, Moses Jr. faces the challenges of rising costs in Silicon Valley. The food he receives from Second Harvest helps him and his sisters care for their aging parents together and keep nutritious food on the table.

What makes his story especially meaningful is how his father, Moses Sr., once served this same community. Today, that legacy continues through Moses Jr. and his own sons who are finding ways to give back and help others.

What fathers pass down isn't just a name. It's compassion, resilience, generosity and a commitment to showing up for family and community.

This , we're celebrating fathers and father figures like Moses Jr., whose love and guidance leave a lasting impact across generations.

🎁 If we can raise $12,500 for Father's Day, a generous anonymous donor will triple the amount. Make a difference for local families today: https://shfb.online/j3f

06/17/2026

Last week, we were honored to welcome Katrina Rill, Chief of Staff for San Mateo County Supervisor Jackie Speier, to our food distribution at the College of San Mateo to see how we work with our community. 🧡

Joined by our CEO Leslie Bacho, COO Tom Clark, CPO Shobana Gubbi, board members (Maria Poveromo, Brian Birtwistle, Judith Guerrero) and staff (Jenny Dang, Mirella Osuna, Cassie Konicek), we rolled up our sleeves together to help connect neighbors with nutritious food and experience the power of community in action.

The most meaningful part of the day was getting to know the people at the heart of our mission. Their stories and experiences remind us that this work is about more than food — it's about building a stronger, more connected community.

06/15/2026

Our partnership with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is proof that when organizations come together with a shared vision, they can create meaningful impact far beyond what either could do alone.
Together, we’re helping Second Harvest ensure that 1 in 6 people across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties can access nutritious food and the support every community deserves. Through Food For Families, Raley’s has helped make this possible by providing nearly 500,000 pounds (417,000 meals!) of food over the last three years alone, along with even more rescued directly from our stores.
We’re proud of what we’ve built together — and even more inspired by what’s still ahead. ✨

06/12/2026

Last summer, we broke ground on the site of our future home in Alviso and we haven't slowed down! Since then, we've celebrated milestone after milestone — from topping out with the final beam to seeing the walls and roof take shape.

But this is about more than a building. Our new home will bring our operations together under one roof, create more space for volunteers and help us serve our community more efficiently for decades to come.

We invite you all to become part of the future we're building together — a stronger, healthier, food-secure Silicon Valley.

𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟯𝟬, thanks to the generosity of Reid Hoffman, philanthropist and co-founder of LinkedIn.

💌 Give your gift today: https://shfb.online/cc26

06/10/2026

Growing up in Castroville, Morgan experienced food insecurity firsthand and saw many neighbors facing similar challenges. Today, as our evening shift warehouse supervisor, Morgan brings empathy and a deep understanding of what many of our clients experience. He pours that care into every order, shipment and load, knowing how important access to food can be for families working to put food on the table.

Curious how you can help? Take action today: https://shfb.online/june26

06/08/2026

06/05/2026

Since our 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 program launched five years ago, Arista Networks has been a steadfast partner of Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, committed to building a hunger-free community. This partnership has made a huge impact here – providing 1,250,000+ meals for our neighbors.

HR Program Leader Ian Honmyo shares how community engagement and partnership is at the core of the Arista Way – a strong culture of giving back through volunteering, hands-on support and generous financial donations:

"𝘞𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘸𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘧𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘦𝘴, 𝘦𝘯𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘶𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱."

Recently, the Women@Arista Employee Resource Group helped sort over 7,000 pounds of fresh produce to be shared throughout Silicon Valley and enthusiastically want to make it a recurring event.

And Arista's impact doesn't just end here – through its charitable foundation, they support non-profits across the globe.

Become part of this amazing network dedicated to our community: https://shfb.online/45v

06/04/2026

As of June 1st, changes to CalFresh eligibility will affect recipients who are designated as Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs).

Work requirements are now in effect for people who previously qualified for an exemption that has been changed or eliminated. This means they may now need to meet work, training or volunteer requirements to receive CalFresh for more than 3 months in a 3-year period.

If you currently receive CalFresh, this does 𝗡𝗢𝗧 mean your benefits will end on June 1. Your eligibility will be reviewed during your next recertification, and many people will continue to qualify for benefits.

Everyone deserves access to nutritious food, and CalFresh remains one of the most effective anti-hunger programs, helping neighbors purchase the foods that work best for their unique needs, cultures and preferences.

If you have questions about these changes, need help applying for CalFresh or want to find out whether you may qualify for an exemption, we're here to help. Call us at 𝟭-𝟴𝟬𝟬-𝟵𝟴𝟰-𝟯𝟲𝟲𝟯.