For many of us, the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in many changes, including working from home, limiting trips to the store and canceling family gatherings. Jimmy has a new routine too. “My new normal is going from the doorstep, down the driveway to the mailbox, and back again,” he explains. Like many seniors in Central Florida, Jimmy is staying close to home. “I go out to … [Read more...] about A Big, Big ‘Thank You’ from Jimmy
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We’re In It Together
It's fair to say that none of us were prepared for the serious disruption that the COVID-19 pandemic brought to our lives and our community almost a year ago.For thousands of our neighbors, however, the 'disruption' was literally devastating. The need for food in Central Florida began to spike in ways never seen before. With the help of so many caring people like you, the Food … [Read more...] about We’re In It Together
Two Ways to Use Your Voice
Do you believe that children, families and seniors should not have to worry about their next meal? Sadly, 1 in 6 Central Floridians experiences hunger. The good news is that hunger is a solvable issue, but we need your voice. Below are two ways you can get involved today. Take the Hunger PledgeNo one should have to worry about where their next meal will come from. … [Read more...] about Two Ways to Use Your Voice
Fishing industry responds to continued COVID crisis, helps supply food banks
The Gulf of Mexico Reef Fish Shareholders’ Alliance and Fish for America USA are pleased to announce a new, collaborative effort to provide fresh, local seafood to food banks in central and north Florida as the organizations work to meet the continued, record need due to the economic hardship created by COVID-19. Over the next several months, an estimated 13,000 lbs. of red … [Read more...] about Fishing industry responds to continued COVID crisis, helps supply food banks
“I don’t see an end to the need.”
It all starts with a knock on the door. “Good morning! Are we going to be blessed with food today?” calls a voice from outside. “Yes, indeed,” responds Deborah, founder of CWC Ministries. The COVID-19 pandemic changed how many food pantries across Central Florida distribute food, including CWC Ministries in Ormond Beach, one of 550 food pantries and meal programs in … [Read more...] about “I don’t see an end to the need.”
