Here's some food for thought: According to the US Department of Agriculture, nearly 131 billion pounds of food are discarded in the United States annually at the retail and consumer levels. This frightful number is equivalent to about 109 billion meals. With 1 in 8 Central Florida neighbors facing hunger, this wasted food has the potential to nourish lives. During Food … [Read more...] about A Spotlight on Food Rescue During Food Waste Prevention Week
Tony’s dedication makes an impact
Tony Pelham, a retired software engineer turned writer and comedic playwright, traded computer flight simulations and virtual worlds for helping his community. Now a part of his weekly routine, Tony proudly wears his Second Harvest t-shirt and devotes his time to helping families facing hunger in Central Florida. “Freedom from hunger is one of the most important things to … [Read more...] about Tony’s dedication makes an impact
Together We Make a Difference
Before the sun rises, cars line up behind orange cones for food assistance. This was a common sight during the pandemic, and it continues to persist at a food distribution hosted by Advance Community Center, one of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s 750 feeding partners. “You are not going to get up at 2 o’clock in the morning to wait for food if you don’t … [Read more...] about Together We Make a Difference
Beyond the Table: Social Determinants of Health
March is National Nutrition Month, a time to focus on how what you eat affects your health. There’s more to consider about your health than simply eating better and exercising. According to the County Health Rankings Model of Health, our personal health choices only account for about 30% of our overall health. Your health is significantly influenced by factors beyond your … [Read more...] about Beyond the Table: Social Determinants of Health
Distributing Meals and Hopes through Mobile Drops
Behind the hundreds of boxes and bags of food compiled by volunteers, cars line up all around the block. As 1 in 8 Central Floridians face hunger, the hundreds of families in these cars are among the unfortunate numbers affected by this haunting statistic. “[With] loss of jobs, increase in rent, and increase in utilities, people are having to decide, Am I going to eat … [Read more...] about Distributing Meals and Hopes through Mobile Drops
