“Rent eats first.” Those three words, shared matter-of-factly by a neighbor as she sought food assistance at a local distribution, have stayed in my mind since I first heard them. They describe a dilemma – and silent crisis – many families are struggling with right now in Central Florida and beyond. Hunger is real. It is urgent. And many people have no choice but to face it … [Read more...] about A Wake-Up Call in the Fight Against Hunger
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Beyond the Table: Social Determinants of Health
March is National Nutrition Month, a time to focus on how what you eat affects your health. There’s more to consider about your health than simply eating better and exercising. According to the County Health Rankings Model of Health, our personal health choices only account for about 30% of our overall health. Your health is significantly influenced by factors beyond your … [Read more...] about Beyond the Table: Social Determinants of Health
You are a Lifeline
Despite our best planning, life happens. Plans change. Maria knows this all too well. When she began to experience vertigo, her doctor told her that she couldn’t drive or go to work. “The situation was hard, very, very hard,” Maria recalls. A friend told her about a food pantry that could help with groceries until she was able to go back to work. “I called and, just … [Read more...] about You are a Lifeline
Hunger can’t wait. [Limited-time TRIPLE match]
Every day, thousands of your neighbors are stretching every penny to pay bills and feed their families. They are grandmothers like Alfredia who visits a local food pantry to stretch her fixed income.As caregiver to her three grandkids, she knows how important nutritious food is for growing bodies. When she visits the food pantry she has access to fresh fruits and vegetables in … [Read more...] about Hunger can’t wait. [Limited-time TRIPLE match]
Students and Families Receive Help, New Foods at School Partnerships
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s School Partnership Program spent the first semester of the school year working with local partners and schools to fight childhood hunger. By working together, these powerful partnerships help eliminate obstacles preventing students and families from accessing the food resources they need to learn, grow and thrive. First, having … [Read more...] about Students and Families Receive Help, New Foods at School Partnerships