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Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

Blogging at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

Fighting hunger. Feeding hope.

Fighting hunger. Feeding hope.

Erika Spence

Why I Food Bank

January 14, 2021 by Erika Spence Leave a Comment

Your acts of kindness and generosity are making a difference in the lives of kids, seniors, and unemployed workers who are reaching out for help with food. Because of your financial support, volunteerism, and advocacy, our neighbors have food for today and hope for tomorrow. Thank you for the many reasons why you choose to food bank. We’re sad to hear about the impact of … [Read more...] about Why I Food Bank

Answering the Call

January 14, 2021 by Erika Spence Leave a Comment

As thousands of people received furlough and unemployment notices in 2020 and even into the new year, accessing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) became a lifeline for many families in Central Florida. SNAP is the nation’s largest hunger-relief program that puts food into the hands of low-income families, seniors, veterans and persons with disabilities. This … [Read more...] about Answering the Call

Disney Tourist Blog Virtual Food Drive Feeds Thousands

December 29, 2020 by Erika Spence 1 Comment

Central Florida is home to theme parks, entertainment venues, convention and meeting spaces and the kinds of places where family memories are made. It is heartbreaking to watch as parking lots stand empty and lights remain dark during the pandemic. Even worse, it is devastating to hear from thousands of our neighbors as they experience furloughs, job losses and business … [Read more...] about Disney Tourist Blog Virtual Food Drive Feeds Thousands

Doorstep Deliveries are Changing Lives

December 22, 2020 by Erika Spence Leave a Comment

In response to the high demand for home-delivered food due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Second Harvest rolled out its Bring Hope Home delivery program. External partners and volunteer drivers help safely transport perishable and non-perishable foods directly to people in need in a contact-free manner. Recipients include seniors, homebound individuals, people with a disability, and … [Read more...] about Doorstep Deliveries are Changing Lives

Second Harvest Partners with Orange County Public Schools to Feed 2,000 Students

December 22, 2020 by Erika Spence Leave a Comment

With more families in need of assistance due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) helped ease the burden of hunger for families this holiday season with their 11th annual holiday food delivery event. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, one in six area residents - and one in three … [Read more...] about Second Harvest Partners with Orange County Public Schools to Feed 2,000 Students

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. famously said, "Everyt Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. famously said, "Everything that is done in the world is done by hope."Honor his legacy today and every day by finding a way to share hope and serve your community. #MLKDay #feedhopenow
Second Harvest Food Bank is closed on Monday, Janu Second Harvest Food Bank is closed on Monday, January 18. If you are in need of food assistance, please contact Heart of Florida United Way at 2-1-1 or visit the link in our bio to find a food pantry or meal program near you.#MLKDay #FoodBank #FeedHopeNow
"I wanted to do something for people now who are s "I wanted to do something for people now who are struggling. I have money for my own food, and felt that I had enough to be a monthly donor.”You can join the fight against hunger with a financial gift, monthly gift, the gift of time or by sharing your voice and speaking up on behalf of others. Find ways to #getinvolved at link in bio. #fighthunger #helpothers #takeaction #feedhopenow
In the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and hi In the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his fundamental belief in service to the community, @ocfl Mayor Jerry L. Demings, Commissioner Mayra Uribe, Commissioner Maribel Gomez Cordero and members of the Mayor's MLK Initiative volunteered at Second Harvest's new Mercy Kitchen to help assemble meals for kids in our community as part of a Pre-MLK Day of Service event. To learn more about volunteer opportunities at Second Harvest, visit the link in our bio #MLKDay #MLKDayofService #Volunteer #FeedHopeNow
Second Harvest recently went "In Depth" with @news Second Harvest recently went "In Depth" with @news13 to talk about what the need for food assistance looks like in Central Florida and why federal funding, more than ever, is important. Tune in at #linkinbio. #localnews #foodbank #covidrelief #feedhopenow
Retail Resource Group, creators of the @mybevi bra Retail Resource Group, creators of the @mybevi brand of premium quality stainless steel drinkware, recently presented a donation to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida that will provide 40,000 meals to families facing hunger in our community. #ThankfulThursday #MyBevi #HelpingOthers #FeedHopeNow
"I enjoy being at the food bank and lending a hand "I enjoy being at the food bank and lending a hand." For the last three years, Sandy has volunteered in the production kitchen on Wednesdays to help pack meals for kids in our community. 🙋 Make volunteering part of your new year! 40 shifts are available this week ➡️ see link in bio. #volunteer #newyearsresolution #helpingothers #thisisorlando #fighthunger #feedhopenow
For anyone in need, food is available. Find food p For anyone in need, food is available. Find food pantries and meal programs near you (see link in bio). #foodbank #endhunger #feedhopenow
Together, we’re helping our community move forwa Together, we’re helping our community move forward and build a stronger, more hopeful future. Find ways to get involved at link in bio. #financialsupport #fooddrive #virtualfooddrive #volunteer #advocate #shopandsupport #feedhopenow
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Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is a member of Feeding America – the largest charitable domestic hunger-relief organization in the United States. Second Harvest secures and distributes food and grocery products to approximately 550 local nonprofit feeding programs throughout Central Florida. Last year, with the help of food and financial donors, volunteers and a caring, committed community, the food bank distributed more than 63 million meals to partner programs such as food pantries, soup kitchens, women’s shelters, senior centers, daycare centers and Kids Cafes. On average, Second Harvest is distributing enough food to feed 58,000 people a day.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit recognized by the IRS. Tax ID Number: 59-2142315 Email: info@feedhopenow.org

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