“To the victor go the spoils.” Yes, this is true, but if you ask Second Harvest 50/50 Early Bird prize winner Mihail Salariu, even though the pot is nearly $10,000, the spoils go far beyond money. When Mihail found out he was one of two Early Bird prize winners, he could barely contain his excitement. Watch the video below to learn more – and head over to SecondHarvest5050.com to buy your tickets today – the pot is nearly $10,000 … it’s just waiting to be won!
I was super excited to win but this is the kind of lottery where nobody loses. Every ticket purchased goes towards supporting a great cause!
Second Harvest’s own Lori Nikkel was designated a #FoodHero by the United Nations FAO on World Food Day, giving an opportunity for the CEO of Canada’s largest food rescue company to amplify her voice and message to a global audience.
“During the first few weeks of COVID-19 where there was nothing in the grocery stores, every Canadian, in that moment, was feeling really food insecure and very scared,” Lori says. “Managing the fear was probably the most important part – explaining to people that the supply chain is fine.”
Lori Nikkel
Connecting people in need with food
Through Second Harvest, Lori ensures that over 15 million pounds of surplus, nutritious foods – dairy, protein and produce –are diverted from landfills to non-profit organizations each year. Through digital technology and human connections in addition to leveraging third party logistics, storage and distribution centres have increased access to healthy foods during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lori realized that with many businesses shutting down Canada would soon see a huge spike in surplus food, but also a rise in people who could not afford or gain access to enough nutritious food.
#FOODHEROES making a difference
Lori launched the Food Rescue Canadian Alliance, a national task force with members from government and the food industry as well as Indigenous and non-profit leaders. The group was tasked with ensuring that supply could meet demand without over-saturating the charitable sector with surplus commodities, like potatoes.
Behind our food, there is always someone who produced, planted, harvested, fished or transported it. We take the opportunity to thank these #FoodHeroes who, no matter the circumstances, continue to provide food to their communities and beyond - helping to grow, nourish and sustain our world. ”
Providing nutritious food to the vulnerable and needy is at Second Harvest’s core. This month’s recipe comes from Sistering, an incredible multi-service agency who supports women in Toronto who are at risk, socially isolated, homeless or precariously housed. We hope you enjoy this nutritious meal which serves six; it’s a simple recipe which will nourish bodies and
Soup: 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced 1/2 head cauliflower, separate into florets 12 cloves garlic, halved lengthwise 4 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, large dice 1 large carrot, large dice 2 stalks celery, large dice 1/2 tsp black pepper, ground 2 L vegetable stock Salt and pepper to taste 1 bunch chives, chopped
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a small bowl, prepare seasoning blend by stirring together thyme, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
In a large bowl, toss sweet potato, cauliflower and garlic with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and half of the seasoning blend.
Spread onto a baking sheet and roast until very tender and slightly caramelized, about 25 minutes.
In a medium pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery with remaining oil over medium heat. Cook until slightly caramelized.
Stir in remaining seasoning blend and black pepper. Warm until aromatic, about 1 minute.
Add roasted vegetables to pot. Bring to a simmer and cook until vegetables are accutane over the counter very tender, about 10 minutes.
Remove pot from heat and cool. In batches, puree the soup in a blender.
Bring soup to a simmer once again over medium heat, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add chives and serve hot.
“Food shapes the culture of Sistering because it provides us with an opportunity to share a communal meal in a safe, warm and welcoming environment.”
ABOUT SISTERING
Sistering has been providing a much-needed service for women in Toronto for over 35 years, validating women’s experiences regardless of outcomes. Coming through Sistering’s 24/7 drop-in doors means entering a safe, welcoming space and receiving a hot meal after a long night on the streets or in a shelter. The agency serves over 155,000 meals per year to
From Oct 1-31, 2020, Team Second Harvest will be virtual for the annual Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon charity challenge and we hope you will join us! Our goal this year is to raise $20,000 which will allow us to rescue and deliver enough fresh, healthy food for 40,000 meals for people experiencing hunger.
We are offering some great benefits for our dedicated runners, walkers, and wheelers:
The first fundraiser to reach $2,000 will receive a $500 Amazon gift card
All other fundraisers who reach $2,000 will receive a $250 Amazon gift card
All fundraisers who reach $1,000 will receive a $100 Starbucks gift card
Everyone who raises a minimum of $500 will have their registration fee fully reimbursed and also receive a Second Harvest cloth bag.
Ready to start fundraising? Click here to sign up online:
2 eggplants, sliced lengthwise into thirds 1 cup tomato sauce 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper, ground 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional: use pita or another flatbread as base for the eggplant pizza.
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Place eggplant on a lightly oiled baking tray.
In a separate bowl, mix tomato sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Scoop 2 spoonful’s of sauce on top of eggplant and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 15 minutes.
Remove foil and top with cheese. Bake for 3 to 5 more minutes.
WHY FOOD MATTERS
“Nutrition is a big component of our programs, simply because a lot of our participants rely on the snacks that we serve. Second Harvest has helped us change bad eating habits into healthy eating habits.”
Believe to Achieve team photo taken in 2018.
Believe to Achieve is an organization that serves children from 6 to 12-years-old in an after-school program and children 13 and above in a youth program. Believe to Achieve has many programs that benefit the Black Creek community, such as women’s fit camp and a junior chef program, both of which teach participants about healthy life choices.
SECOND HARVEST COOKBOOK
The Second Harvest Cookbook showcases over 70 delicious recipes supplied through our network of hundreds of partner agencies. All recipes featured in the cookbook include a dish that staff, volunteers or community members prepared using fresh rescued food.
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