Instead of being thrown away, thousands of pounds of fresh food from Houston grocery stores are finding their way to families who need it most.

Through Second Servings ’ partnership with places like the YMCA, free pop-up grocery stores are helping families stretch their budgets and reduce food waste at the same time.

This week at the Brenda and John Duncan Family YMCA, volunteers and staff worked together to unload boxes of produce, meats, and pantry staples.

Second Servings tackles hunger while keeping surplus food out of landfills

“We have an assortment of amazing food to give away,” said Amber Chestnut, marketing representative with Second Servings . “All of this food was donated by our grocery store partners, such as Trader Joe’s, Kroger, and many others. Without our help, thes

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