Children often send thank you notes to Second Harvest Food Bank. They're so happy everyone in their family has enough to eat - including mom and dad. We get notes from adults and seniors in Central Florida, too. They tell us how the rising costs of basic needs have made it harder for them to put food on the table. They tell us how grateful they are to bring home food to help … [Read more...] about So Many Thanks
One gift. So many thankful.
This year’s hardships and tough economic times continue to affect children, families, and seniors in our community. For families facing hunger, it can be tough to feel thankful. Many of your neighbors are working hard to make ends meet but still can’t afford rent, utilities, and food. And with kids out of school for the holidays, budgets will only get tighter. Can … [Read more...] about One gift. So many thankful.
Feeding Florida’s Hungry Is Harder Than Ever as Support Wanes
After two difficult years, we’re all ready to believe that post-pandemic life is getting “back to normal.” But when it comes to hunger in Central Florida, that’s far from true. I’ve seen it firsthand over the last nine months as CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida: Food insecurity – and the challenges of solving it – are getting worse, not better. The national … [Read more...] about Feeding Florida’s Hungry Is Harder Than Ever as Support Wanes
A Word of Gratitude
This summer, with your generous help, Second Harvest Food Bank is preparing for two very different kinds of disaster. While we hope that tropical storms and hurricanes stay offshore, we are ready to respond if the moment of need should arise. Meanwhile, a more devastating and catastrophic disaster faces far too many of our neighbors, especially kids. One in five Central … [Read more...] about A Word of Gratitude
Kayla’s family needs you now.
Today, inflation, skyrocketing grocery bills, and drastic rent hikes are forcing families to make difficult choices. With limited resources, too many parents skip meals so their kids can eat. But you can help. As a monthly donor, your support will provide twice as many meals to families this summer, thanks to a generous matching gift from Health First. Your gift will help … [Read more...] about Kayla’s family needs you now.
