Lizzette has always wanted to do two things: spend time with her dad and give back to the community. After 40 years of being regional manager for apartment communities, she decided to retire early to spend more time with her dad and volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. Previously in South Florida, Lizzette did a lot of team volunteering at Feeding … [Read more...] about Making Every Hour Count: Lizzette’s Passion for Volunteering
Volunteering and Spending Quality Time as a Couple
Quality time as a couple is important. John Giddens, a retired Disney employee of 35 years, and his wife Dawn, who loves sewing and embroidery, have been volunteering together at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida almost every week for the past three years! They understand that 1 in 8 Central Florida neighbors face hunger, and every shift they work helps provide … [Read more...] about Volunteering and Spending Quality Time as a Couple
Memorable Moments Await at Ultimate Garden Party
Spring is here, which means the third annual Ultimate Garden Party is just around the corner! Located at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, this afternoon soiree offers an abundance of memorable moments while raising funds and transforming lives through nutritious meals and hope. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 18, 2024, because this is an event you will not … [Read more...] about Memorable Moments Await at Ultimate Garden Party
5 Steps You Can Take to Prevent Food Waste on Earth Day and Every Day
It’s Earth Day. In Florida, an average family of four wastes $1600 annually on food that wilts, spoils or otherwise goes uneaten. While this statistic is staggering, the consequences of food waste extend beyond just environmental concerns; our actions also profoundly impact hunger relief efforts. By being mindful of how we handle and utilize food, we can reduce waste … [Read more...] about 5 Steps You Can Take to Prevent Food Waste on Earth Day and Every Day
Meet the People Behind the Ultimate Garden Party
April is National Volunteer Month, and there are countless ways to help fight hunger in Central Florida. In addition to volunteering at the main Orlando distribution center or Mercy Kitchen, some individuals lend their time and talent to helping Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida by being on the Event Committee for the annual Ultimate Garden Party. Working to fight … [Read more...] about Meet the People Behind the Ultimate Garden Party
