Second Harvest's Culinary Training Program is a journey of personal growth and empowerment for adults facing barriers to employment. It's not just about job placement; it's about equipping individuals with the skills and confidence to achieve long-term financial stability, contribute to their communities, and build a better future for themselves and their families. Watch the … [Read more...] about Food is Success: How the Culinary Training Program Builds Sustainable Careers
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Ending the Vicious Cycle of Hunger
Joseph found himself in a line at a local church food pantry. His health issues had forced him to allocate a significant portion of his monthly expenses to treatment, just to stay employed and maintain health insurance. He turned to a local Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida feeding partner for help with food assistance. “It’s just a vicious cycle,” he said. “I … [Read more...] about Ending the Vicious Cycle of Hunger
Culinary Program Offers Immersive Training
Do you know how to cook a skate properly? Jens Dahlmann, Vice President of Culinary Operations at Universal Orlando Resort, recently taught students participating in Second Harvest's Culinary Training Program how to prepare the close relative of a stingray in brown butter with caper sauce. "It's sweet," a student said after sampling the skate. "It's fantastic." As … [Read more...] about Culinary Program Offers Immersive Training
Mother Mary’s Market Joins School Partnerships Program to Combat Collegiate Hunger
Studying for an exam, completing coursework on time, and concentrating on accomplishing tasks in class, during practice, and at part-time jobs—college students have plenty to focus on to make the semester a success. Worrying about where their next meal will come from shouldn't be part of that equation. That's why Bethune-Cookman University, in its commitment to student … [Read more...] about Mother Mary’s Market Joins School Partnerships Program to Combat Collegiate Hunger
Your monthly gift matched
Every day, parents like Vanessa face heartbreaking choices like food or rent, groceries or gas. No one should have to decide between feeding their children or keeping a roof over their head. But you can change that today. Right now, when you become a monthly donor, your impact will DOUBLE for an entire year — but only if you act before February 28. “Food, gas, rent… the … [Read more...] about Your monthly gift matched
