When it comes to creating magical moments, there’s nothing like Walt Disney World® – and the company has brought that spirit to its service in the community. As one of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s most prominent volunteer groups, Disney sets a standard of excellence, helping to triple the nonprofit’s volunteer hours in recent years. This week, Second Harvest … [Read more...] about A Spirit of Volunteerism
Nina’s Story: “I appreciate you with all of my heart.”
Nina has always loved to cook. As a stay at home mom, she prepared scratch-cooked meals for her family. Her husband had a good, steady job in maintenance for an apartment complex but sometimes it was not enough. She visited a food pantry to help keep food on the table. As her daughters grew up, Nina started to find work outside of the house, mostly cleaning houses. She used … [Read more...] about Nina’s Story: “I appreciate you with all of my heart.”
Heather’s Story of Hope & Courage
The 2018 ALICE report revealed that almost half of Central Florida’s residents are not earning enough income to pay for basic living expenses like rent, electricity, food and clothing. Like many families who live paycheck to paycheck, Heather and her husband try to keep their budget simple. She tries to instill the values of appreciation and gratitude in their six children for … [Read more...] about Heather’s Story of Hope & Courage
Culinary graduates find sweet success.
At the 2019 Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show, two Second Harvest Culinary Training Program graduates took home honors in The Florida Wedding Cake Challenge, beating out veteran pastry chefs. Hosted by the American Culinary Federation's Central Florida Chapter, the competition challenged contestants to create a pirate-themed wedding cake. Clarimar swept the competition … [Read more...] about Culinary graduates find sweet success.
Meet Alaina & Nola
Alaina and Nola are best friends. And like best friends, they have many things in common. They share a love of unicorns and silly songs. Every day after school they play games, do homework and have a warm meal at a Second Harvest Food Bank Kids Café. On a recent afternoon they enjoyed chicken tenders, tater tots, oranges and milk. “My favorite is the oranges,” … [Read more...] about Meet Alaina & Nola