As the situation with the coronavirus unfolds, it is becoming clearer how people in our community are already feeling the impact of the virus in their paychecks and household budgets. Their stories are a stark reminder of how many of our neighbors live week to week and that one emergency, one unforeseen challenge can throw their lives off course. One person who has been … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Preparations and Response are Underway
Kids Packs Help Students Come to Class Ready to Learn
“Didn’t we just buy granola bars?” Dave asked Nancy as she grabbed two boxes off the Buy One Get One table at the grocery store. “Yes, but they’re not for us,” she replied. “They’re for the kids,” they both said in unison. Nancy is a kindergarten teacher at a local elementary school, and like many of her co-workers, keeps a stash of pencils, paper, glue, and yes, … [Read more...] about Kids Packs Help Students Come to Class Ready to Learn
Rosemarie’s Story: “A new career is within my grasp.”
Rosemarie cherished summers at her grandparents’ farm where she was surrounded by fresh food produce like field peas, okra, cucumbers, watermelon and collard greens. Her grandmother taught her to cook and make preserves using pears, figs and other fruits. “What we couldn’t use we always saved for the community so that nothing went to waste,” she recalled. But during the … [Read more...] about Rosemarie’s Story: “A new career is within my grasp.”
ACE School Market Grand Opening
Dozens of parents, teachers and community partners recently gathered at Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) in Orlando as The Lion’s Share School Market officially opened its doors. “Food is foundational to everything that we do,” said Karen Broussard, vice president of agency relations and programs at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. “Access to nutritious food … [Read more...] about ACE School Market Grand Opening
Naseeka’s Story of Hope & Courage
“When I think of food insecurity on college campuses, it’s heartbreaking,” explains Naseeka Dixon, manager at the Knights Helping Knights Pantry at UCF. “Food is something everyone needs, and sometimes we all need a little help.” Naseeka knows what it’s like to ask for help. When her sister enrolled in college, it put even more stress on her mother to support both of them … [Read more...] about Naseeka’s Story of Hope & Courage