Hurricane Milton has passed, and now recovery efforts are underway. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is assessing the need and fully committed to delivering food to the areas in greatest need. Families across Central Florida have been affected in different ways, and your immediate support is essential to help them get back on their feet. Food distribution to … [Read more...] about Hurricane Milton Recovery: How We’re Responding and How You Can Help
Hunger News
Hunger Heroes Unite for Hunger Action Month
Each year, Hunger Heroes come together in September to celebrate Hunger Action Month alongside Feeding America and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. This year's theme, "Full Effect," emphasizes how food nourishes the body and the future—transforming lives from surviving to thriving. This September was no different! Advocates across Central Florida pledged to … [Read more...] about Hunger Heroes Unite for Hunger Action Month
Canstruction Orlando Lights the Way to a Hunger-Free Central Florida
Every year, an incredible volunteer committee hosts the unique hunger-fighting food drive and community event called Canstruction. This international hunger-relief charity, with local chapters including Canstruction Orlando, recruits local teams to design and build impressive structures from canned and non-perishable food items. The collective effort of these teams, along with … [Read more...] about Canstruction Orlando Lights the Way to a Hunger-Free Central Florida
Outrunning Hunger as a Family
Many parents and families encourage community service with their children and other family members to build connectedness and instill values. They frequently say it demonstrates the importance of giving back and teaches generosity, gratitude, kindness and humility. The Holliday-Bisbano family, spread across four different states, is united in their commitment to give … [Read more...] about Outrunning Hunger as a Family
Be part of something bigger
Hunger knows no season, ethnicity or age. From an unexpected medical bill or job loss to high prices for everyday essentials, your neighbors facing hunger need your help to keep food on the table today. Right now, thanks to a generous donor, 100 new Meal Makers will have their monthly gift matched for the next twelve months. By becoming a monthly Meal Maker, you'll join a … [Read more...] about Be part of something bigger
