{"id":148803,"date":"2026-04-22T19:54:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T23:54:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=148803"},"modified":"2026-04-22T19:54:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T23:54:09","slug":"second-harvest-food-bank-announces-annual-community-harvest-gala-on-saturday-april-25-from-5-9-pm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=148803","title":{"rendered":"Second Harvest Food Bank Announces Annual Community Harvest Gala on Saturday, April 25 from 5 – 9 PM"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nazareth, PA (April 22, 2026)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania a program of Community Action Lehigh Valley will host its signature fundraising event, the\u00a0Community Harvest Gala<\/strong>, on\u00a0Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.<\/strong>\u00a0at the\u00a0Second Harvest Food Bank Warehouse, 6969 Silver Crest Road, Nazareth, PA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This special evening offers guests a unique opportunity to experience the heart of Second Harvest\u2019s operations, where food is received, packed, and distributed to thousands of neighbors across six counties. The event will celebrate the mission of fighting hunger while raising critical funds to support local families, seniors, veterans, and individuals facing food insecurity.<\/p>\n

Guests will enjoy an inspiring evening featuring dinner, community connection, and a firsthand look at the impact of Second Harvest Food Bank\u2019s work throughout the region.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s gala will be hosted by two respected Lehigh Valley communications professionals:\u00a0Hern\u00e1n Morissi<\/strong>, bilingual journalist, WFMZ 69 En Espanol News anchor, and founder of Morissi Creative Group, and\u00a0Genesis Ortega<\/strong>, Public Affairs & Policy Officer for Allentown City Council and longtime community leader.<\/p>\n

The evening will also feature a special culinary experience from\u00a0Chef Angelo Napoli<\/strong>, owner and Executive Chef of Modern Fusion Catering. Chef Napoli will prepare a thoughtfully curated dinner inspired by common pantry staples, highlighting the nutritious foods Second Harvest provides through its network of more than 200 partner agencies.<\/p>\n

The 2026 gala theme,\u00a0Packed with Purpose<\/strong>, reflects the life-changing impact of every food share box distributed by Second Harvest Food Bank. Funds raised during the event will directly support food share boxes and associated costs, helping ensure neighbors have access to nutritious food when they need it most.<\/p>\n

\u201cEvery box packed and every dollar raised helps us provide meals, hope, and dignity to those facing hunger in our community,\u201d\u00a0 \u201cThe Community Harvest Gala is an opportunity to come together and make a meaningful difference.\u201d said Sandra Bieber, Chief Philanthropy Officer at Community Action Lehigh Valley.<\/p>\n

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available, but time is limited. Community members are encouraged to secure their seats now.<\/p>\n

For tickets, sponsorship information, or more details, visit\u00a0https:\/\/www.zeffy.com\/en-US\/ticketing\/second-harvest-food-bank-community-harvest-gala<\/a>\u00a0or contact Ferzana Ramin, Philanthropy Officer,\u00a0framin@caclv.org<\/a><\/p>\n

About Second Harvest Food Bank<\/strong>
\nSecond Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania is committed to obtaining food and distributing it to people in need through a network of nonprofit agencies and programs, serving six counties across the region.<\/p>\n

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Information provided to TVL by:
\nSandra Bieber<\/p>\n

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