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Becoming a mother is a significant milestone for Amy. She stepped away from her career as a professional chef to stay at home and raise her son. When her boyfriend lost his job, Amy sought ways to stretch their budget without compromising nutrition. She discovered a food pantry supported by Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.
Ways to help, find help with food this summer.
As schools and cafeterias close for the summer, many children and families, who rely on school-provided meals for critical nutrition, are left facing the unfathomable: a summer of worry and hunger. The inflated cost of essentials coupled with the absence of critical school meals during summer break adds to the stress and tough decisions that parents face, such as choosing between paying rent and putting food on the table.
By taking action, you can help food banks like Second Harvest step in to fill the gap and to distribute nutritious meals to children and families, ensuring a hunger-free summer.
4th Annual Ultimate Garden Party Raises Funds for 1.5 Million Meals!
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida hosted the fourth annual Ultimate Garden Party, presented by The Glenda G. Morgan Charitable Foundation, at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. The event was a tremendous success, raising over $379,000 to combat hunger in Central Florida. This remarkable generosity will provide enough food for more than 1.5 million meals for children, families, and seniors facing food insecurity in the seven-county area. This collective impact is only possible when our community comes together for a common cause.
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