A devastating incident like a fire could cause any organization to stop operations, but not the Apostolic Church of Jesus (AJOC) Food Pantry. The Altamonte Springs feeding partner of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently reopened its on-site food pantry, after two years of rebuilding. The pantry never stopped distributing food because the neighbors counted … [Read more...] about Seminole County Pantry Reopens with Renewed Focus on Fighting Hunger
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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
Pass the Veggies: Central Florida Is Hungry for Nutrition Education
“When you’re hungry, you don’t care about eating healthy.” It’s a myth so often repeated that it’s become entrenched in our culture – the idea that families living with food insecurity are happy to reach for chips or soda to get the calories they need to make it through the day. But across Central Florida, the facts tell a different story: Folks are hungry for nutritious … [Read more...] about Pass the Veggies: Central Florida Is Hungry for Nutrition Education
Project VEGGIE Aims to Curb Picky Eating
Getting kids to eat vegetables can be challenging, but increasing their exposure to fresh produce may help. A health education and behavior professor from the University of Florida has launched a research project to find out. Project VEGGIE (Vegetable Eating Gets Going with Increased Exposure) is a 12-week pilot program that brings together Second Harvest Food Bank of … [Read more...] about Project VEGGIE Aims to Curb Picky Eating
You are Fueling Student Success
Stocking the shelves at school markets means one less stop for busy families rushing from work to pick up students after school. Increasing access to nutritious food and reducing barriers to it is one key component of the School Partnerships Program. “I was looking for help, and the school recommended the market to me,” explains Kenyetta, as she and her daughters pick up … [Read more...] about You are Fueling Student Success
