Residents of Paisley have to travel ten miles in either direction to get to a grocery store. Access to food, especially nutritious and fresh food, is limited in the small east Lake County community that is considered a food desert. Impact Paisley food pantry leaders, with the support of the community, are trying to change that by joining Second Harvest Food Bank of … [Read more...] about Nutritious Pantry Network Expands to Bring Healthy Food Closer to Neighbors
Health and hunger
Abbott Helps Second Harvest Prepare for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Global healthcare company Abbott, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, and Feeding America recently combined forces to prepare for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. On Tuesday, May 13, more than 20 Abbott employee volunteers from the company's facility in Orlando assembled 1,000 Abbott Disaster Relief Packs. Each box can meet a family’s immediate nutritional needs … [Read more...] about Abbott Helps Second Harvest Prepare for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Second Harvest Food Bank Unveils New Mobile Farmers Market
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently unveiled a new Mobile Farmers Market in conjunction with the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County. The Mobile Farmers Market initiative expands Second Harvest’s ‘Food is Medicine’ programming by increasing access to fresh produce for adults with hypertension. Volusia County residents who receive a referral … [Read more...] about Second Harvest Food Bank Unveils New Mobile Farmers Market
Healthy Eating Starts Early
After participating in Carolina Tavarez’s "Vary Your Fruits and Vegetables" class, almost all the elementary-aged kids were eager to try kiwi, red pepper, cucumber and pears. “I’ve never tried kiwi,” a child said. “Do you want to try some today?” Carolina asked. “Sure.” Carolina is a certified nutritionist who teaches Nutrition Education classes in Seminole County … [Read more...] about Healthy Eating Starts Early
Nutritious Meals to Bring Everyone Together
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is proud to share this collection of recipes with you. You will find simple meals that inspire and encourage you to try new foods, prepare fresh produce with simple techniques, and enjoy delicious and nutritious meals. Furthermore, you’ll gain insights into Second Harvest’s efforts to bridge the gap between health and hunger in our … [Read more...] about Nutritious Meals to Bring Everyone Together
