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
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
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
Volunteers Make a Difference during AAPI Heritage Month
Volunteers lend their helping hands six days a week at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. During Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May, many dedicated individuals and volunteer groups work together to make a difference in the fight against hunger. LUNA Interest Group One organization making a difference is LUNA Interest Group, a multicultural … [Read more...] about Volunteers Make a Difference during AAPI Heritage Month
Act Now: How to Help Second Harvest Feed Hope Across Central Florida
At any given time in Central Florida, one in eight of our neighbors are faced with not being able to afford enough food for themselves and their family members. In these moments, it’s good to know that a network of 625 community feeding partners supplied with food by Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is available to help them. Each day, the food bank is distributing … [Read more...] about Act Now: How to Help Second Harvest Feed Hope Across Central Florida
