HQ Function

Serves as the primary administrative and operational hub, including a major warehouse, distribution center, and volunteer center. It facilitates the receiving, sorting, packing, and distribution of food across their service area.

Notable Features:

Large-scale, modern warehouse with extensive refrigeration and freezer capacity for perishable goods, dedicated volunteer spaces for packing and sorting, and administrative offices. Designed for efficient logistics and volunteer engagement.

Work Culture:

Mission-driven, collaborative, and community-focused. Employees and volunteers are passionate about addressing hunger. There's a strong emphasis on teamwork, efficiency, and making a tangible positive impact in the community.

HQ Significance:

The Brooklyn Park facility is central to Second Harvest Heartland's ability to serve hundreds of thousands of people annually. Its size and capabilities allow for large-scale food rescue and distribution, critical for meeting the region's needs.

Values Reflected in HQ: The facility reflects values of efficiency, community collaboration (volunteer center), stewardship of resources (food rescue), and a commitment to providing dignified access to food.

Location:

Second Harvest Heartland's direct operational focus is regional, serving 59 counties in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. They do not have international offices or a global operational footprint. However, they are a prominent member of the Feeding America network, which is a nationwide network of over 200 food banks in the United States. Through Feeding America, they connect with national hunger relief efforts, share best practices, and participate in large-scale disaster relief initiatives, which can indirectly support broader, national food security efforts.

Street Address:

7101 Winnetka Avenue North

City:

Brooklyn Park

State/Province:

MN

Country:

USA