Second Harvest of the Greater Valley has renamed its successful Senior Brown Bag program.

The Manteca-based non-profit that supplies food closets in the Northern San Joaquin Valley and Central Sierra is now known as "Silver Harvest.”

The change reflects the agency’s  continued commitment to the program that serves at-risk seniors throughout San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties.

Established in 1976, the program has been a vital lifeline for seniors in the community, providing nutritious supplemental groceries to those facing food insecurity.

Over the years, Silver Harvest has grown to serve 22 sites, reaching approximately 1,700 seniors annually and distributing over one million pounds of food each year.

"Silver Harvest is the longest running program that Second Harvest of the Greater Valley has, and we are proud to be able to provide for our senior neighbors month after month”

said Jessica Vaughan, CEO.

 “We believe the new name not only captures the spirit of the program but also symbolizes the importance of our seniors in our efforts to combat hunger."

The name change to Silver Harvest aligns with Second Harvest's mission to provide dignity, respect, and nourishment to those in need. It underscores the organization's ongoing commitment to evolving and adapting its programs to better meet the changing needs of the community.

"We are excited to introduce Silver Harvest as the new name for our Senior Brown Bag Program and look forward to continuing our legacy of service under this new banner" added Kirsten Tavera, Director of Strategy & Partnerships.

Second Harvest of the Greater Valley expresses its gratitude to the volunteers, donors, and community partners whose unwavering support helps make Silver Harvest possible.

For more information about Silver Harvest and other initiatives by Second Harvest of the Greater Valley, please visit www.localfoodbank.org.