In Central Florida, one in seven of our neighbors faces hunger due to root causes like working a low-wage job, the lack of affordable housing, and increased costs for everything from food to medicine. It is a heart-wrenching reality for moms like Vanessa, whose family was uprooted after Hurricane Ian and, despite being employed, finds it an uphill battle to secure housing near … [Read more...] about You Make Tomorrow Possible
Gratitude Stories
Our Journey Together
As the days turn ever warmer, I think about the children across Central Florida looking forward to summer break. This is their time to play and explore outside and just be kids. My mind also turns to the one in five kids who likely rely on school lunch and breakfast programs as one of their primary forms of nutrition. Without those consistent meals, their cash-strapped … [Read more...] about Our Journey Together
You are Mobilizing Hope
During Central Florida summers, pop-up thunderstorms come out of nowhere, drenching shoppers stranded without an umbrella. In the same way, temporary, short-term emergencies can arise for low-income families, sending them into a tailspin. The saying, "When it rains, it pours," rings true for neighbors already living paycheck to paycheck and juggling a new health diagnosis, a … [Read more...] about You are Mobilizing Hope
You are Brightening Summer Days
Summer is a time for sun and fun. It is also a time of uncertainty for kids whose families are overwhelmed by inflated costs of living. Nearly half of Central Florida households live paycheck to paycheck, making it challenging to afford higher prices for housing, gas and groceries. You brighten summer days for growing kids and anxious parents. Your support of Second … [Read more...] about You are Brightening Summer Days
Transforming Lives: Dezmond’s Story
Dezmond could not resist the allure of culinary arts. "Cooking allows me to be creative, and I love whipping up dishes for others," says Dezmond. His passion for cooking soared during the pandemic when he spent days devising ramen dishes at home. After high school, Dezmond learned about Second Harvest's 16-week Culinary Training Program and enrolled to shape his love for … [Read more...] about Transforming Lives: Dezmond’s Story
