Lee never expected her world would turn upside down in the blink of an eye. "Our car unexpectedly died while we were driving it," she explains, remembering the stress of being inside a stalled car in the middle of a busy highway. "After losing my vehicle, my job told me that unless I came within a few days, I would just be let go," Lee remembers. Without reliable … [Read more...] about Lee Found Hope and Stability at a Local Food Pantry
New Mobile Market Hits the Road in Volusia County
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently unveiled a new Mobile Farmers Market in conjunction with the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County. The Mobile Farmers Market initially aims to increase access to fresh produce for adults with hypertension. Volusia County residents who receive a referral can select fresh fruits and vegetables each week when the … [Read more...] about New Mobile Market Hits the Road in Volusia County
You are feeding futures, one student at a time
At College Park Elementary School in Ocala, the Hungry Husky school market is transforming the lives of students and their families, thanks to generous support from people like you. The on-campus food pantry provides food for students and families to take home, helping combat the alarming reality that one in six kids in Central Florida faces hunger. Student council … [Read more...] about You are feeding futures, one student at a time
Melody is Doing What She Loves
After repeatedly seeing a social media post for the Culinary Training Program at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, Melody finally clicked "Learn More." "I told myself, 'Here is this opportunity. Why not now?'" Melody recalled. She realized she wanted more from her career than just managing a fast-food restaurant. Your support of workforce training programs is … [Read more...] about Melody is Doing What She Loves
You Are Creating Positive Change
For 17 years, Andrea Patenaude has volunteered countless hours to fight hunger in Central Florida. Her journey began with coworkers and grew to include roles with the WESH 2 News Giving Tuesday Telethon and the planning committees for Ultimate Garden Party and Taste! Central Florida. She's also brought her family into the effort, volunteering at Second Harvest's main … [Read more...] about You Are Creating Positive Change
