As a Taste! Central Florida supporter, YOU have been an integral part of the fight against childhood hunger - and we need your help now, more than ever!While we wish we could gather together for Central Florida's favorite "party with a purpose," the well-being of our friends and supporters is our primary concern. In lieu of an in-person event, we hope you’ll join us for a … [Read more...] about Your Virtual Ticket to Taste! Central Florida
Hunger Doesn’t Wait; Congress Should Help Feed Families in Crisis
As Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida continues to serve on the frontlines of the local hunger crisis, it has become clear that our communities – and the economy – cannot wait for additional support in our efforts to help make sure no one goes hungry during these unprecedented times. Fortunately, Congress has tools to help feed families facing hunger in Central … [Read more...] about Hunger Doesn’t Wait; Congress Should Help Feed Families in Crisis
Jason’s Journey to Outrun Hunger
Hello and thank you for checking out my story! My name is Jason and I work as a Paramedic in Orlando. In addition to that, I own OFF ON the Go, a travel and entertainment website. Three years ago, I started my health journey to transform myself. My starting weight was over 320 pounds and I could not keep living that life. Food for some is a basic necessity, but for me, it was … [Read more...] about Jason’s Journey to Outrun Hunger
9th Annual Swamp Sistas La La Music Festival and Fundraiser Goes Virtual
To observe safe social distancing, 2020’s Swamp Sistas La La is going online. On Saturday, May 16, the Swamp Sistas La La Hope From Home: Virtual Brunch and Festival will be held via Facebook Live from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. In keeping with pre-quarantine plans for a brunch event, the Swamp Sistas have teamed up with Winter Park restaurant and music venue, The New Standard, to … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Swamp Sistas La La Music Festival and Fundraiser Goes Virtual
The New Normal: Drive-Thru Food Pantries
I learned at a board meeting that some of Second Harvest’s feeding partners, the food pantries that serve our communities in need, were having to close due to the lack of volunteers, mostly seniors, amidst the Coronavirus crisis. I thought, “How can I help them still provide the food to the communities that are most vulnerable?” How can I help them still provide the food to … [Read more...] about The New Normal: Drive-Thru Food Pantries
