At Second Harvest Food Bank, volunteers are truly the heart of our mission. When I reflect on the 76 million meals we distributed last year, I think about the countless volunteers who dedicated their time to ensure that every meal was made possible. I think of those who signed up for donation-sorting shifts, ensuring that the food we distributed was always fresh and … [Read more...] about Celebrating Our Volunteers
Celebrating the many ways you volunteer – thank you!
To celebrate National Volunteer Week, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida wants to celebrate you, our volunteers, who help fight hunger and feed hope all year long. Last year, your collective efforts contributed more than 119,765 volunteer hours to support our mission. Your dedication and hard work have significantly impacted the fight against hunger. Thank … [Read more...] about Celebrating the many ways you volunteer – thank you!
All can goods are not created equal
You’ve seen it. Every year there’s a viral list of food pantry myths and facts that circulates on social media. What should you really put in the donation bin for your office, school or neighborhood food drive? Here are some ideas: One final thought. If there is a non-perishable food item that you and your family enjoy, chances are there is another family that would … [Read more...] about All can goods are not created equal
Celebrating Remarkable Volunteers: A Heartfelt Thank You
At the heart of Second Harvest's success lies the unwavering commitment of its volunteers. The Central Florida community witnessed an overwhelming display of generosity last year as 39,138 volunteers stepped up to provide 119,765 hours of service to our neighbors experiencing hunger. Second Harvest's volunteers' dedication and selfless service have touched countless lives, and … [Read more...] about Celebrating Remarkable Volunteers: A Heartfelt Thank You
Top 10 Things to Know About Volunteering This Summer
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is gearing up for another fun and productive summer of volunteering. Here is everything you need to know to make the summer exciting and impactful. 1. We need you! We need you! Second Harvest Food Bank relies on the generous support of volunteers to maintain peak efficiency. Millions of dollars in labor cost is saved … [Read more...] about Top 10 Things to Know About Volunteering This Summer
