When the pandemic hit, Kandi’s family took a financial hit. As a special needs family, their budget was always tight but they managed to save for a rainy day. Kandi’s husband had his hours reduced and they managed to get by with the emergency funds they had set aside. However, as the pandemic endured, the funds in their bank account did not. “We didn’t know where to turn,” … [Read more...] about Kandi’s Story of Hope & Courage
Coronavirus
Second Harvest Hosts Town Hall Update
Thank you for helping thousands of kids, seniors and families who are struggling to keep food on their tables as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently held a virtual town hall to connect with donors and supporters. Karen Broussard, VP of Agency Relations and Programs for Second Harvest Food Bank, joined me in providing an … [Read more...] about Second Harvest Hosts Town Hall Update
Darden Foundation Helps Fight Hunger with $69,000 Grant
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida has been awarded a $69,000 grant from The Darden Foundation to provide hunger relief to local families. As COVID-19 drives food insecurity in Central Florida, the funding will allow Second Harvest to sustain its emergency response. “We’ve served Central Florida through many disasters, but nothing compares to what we’re seeing from … [Read more...] about Darden Foundation Helps Fight Hunger with $69,000 Grant
Hunger Expected to Rise by 49% in Central Florida
Over the years, events like natural disasters, 9/11 and the Great Recession have had serious impacts on food insecurity, but Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida says nothing in recent history compares to COVID-19. According to “Map the Meal Gap 2020,” a national survey conducted by Feeding America, the number of Central Floridians who are food insecure will likely rise … [Read more...] about Hunger Expected to Rise by 49% in Central Florida
Senate Releases HEALS Act, No Funding For Food Assistance
Earlier this month, we asked you to lend your voice to help us advocate for a 15% increase to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, to be included in U.S. Senate negotiations for the next COVID-19 response act. On Monday the 27th, the U.S. Senate introduced their latest version called the Health, Economic Assistance, Liability Protection and Schools, or … [Read more...] about Senate Releases HEALS Act, No Funding For Food Assistance
