For years, the bipartisan approach to hunger relief has been straightforward and sensible: Get food to American families and support American farmers who produce it. This solution has not only been a lifeline for millions of people, it has also been a cornerstone of local aid and economic stability. A few days ago, it came crashing to a halt. In March, the USDA announced an … [Read more...] about With Hunger Relief Funding Halted, Millions of Meals Are Off the Table
Funding Freeze Threatens Food for Central Florida Families
A recent pause in federal funding is creating uncertainty for Second Harvest Food Bank and the families, children, and seniors who count on us and our feeding partners for nutritious food every day. Support from the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC), a key source of U.S.-grown food provided through the USDA’s Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), has been frozen. We … [Read more...] about Funding Freeze Threatens Food for Central Florida Families
When Prices Go Up, Hunger Hits Harder
You've seen the news. Prices are rising from gas to groceries. That means families and seniors facing hunger are forced to make difficult choices—like buying less of the food they need or paying for life-saving medication. You can make a difference right now and provide the hope and meals they need to face these uncertain times. When you make a gift today, your gift triples! … [Read more...] about When Prices Go Up, Hunger Hits Harder
Your monthly gift matched
Every day, parents like Vanessa face heartbreaking choices like food or rent, groceries or gas. No one should have to decide between feeding their children or keeping a roof over their head. But you can change that today. Right now, when you become a monthly donor, your impact will DOUBLE for an entire year — but only if you act before February 28. “Food, gas, rent… the … [Read more...] about Your monthly gift matched
Together, We Thrive
Your support, as a caring and committed member of our community, is invaluable. With your help, Second Harvest Food Bank distributed enough food for 82 million meals last year. Each meal represents more than just sustenance. It's an opportunity to improve health, restore hope, and inspire change. Food empowers hardworking individuals to overcome unexpected emergencies. It … [Read more...] about Together, We Thrive