There can be a lot of pressure on young adults to attend college and follow a traditional career path. For some people, like Xavier, career pathways are journeys of self-discovery. Xavier’s goal is to find purpose and fulfillment in his life. He explored several different paths, including auto mechanics and computer engineering. He found he needed a career that … [Read more...] about Xavier Finds a Fulfilling New Career
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Student Learns Valuable Job Skills at School Market
“I have learned to appreciate all the opportunities given to me and not to take things for granted,” says Bianca, the student manager at The Trojan Market at Evans High School in Orlando. As part of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s School Partnerships Program, Bianca and her fellow student volunteers provide their peers with the food resources they need to be … [Read more...] about Student Learns Valuable Job Skills at School Market
BJ’s Wholesale Club Donates $150,000 to Second Harvest to Feed Lake County Children During Summer Months
One in six Central Florida kids is facing hunger. The summer months are especially challenging for many students and families who rely on school-provided breakfast and lunch for nutritious meals. This is where Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and its partners come in, ensuring that children and families have access to the food they need to thrive during the summer … [Read more...] about BJ’s Wholesale Club Donates $150,000 to Second Harvest to Feed Lake County Children During Summer Months
School Partnerships Prepare for New School Year
In preparation for the new school year, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida provided free produce and pantry items at back-to-school events across Central Florida, including one at Washington Shores Elementary School in Orlando. Through the School Partnerships Program, students and families could choose from a large variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, including … [Read more...] about School Partnerships Prepare for New School Year
Wawa Grants $475,000 to Second Harvest to Continue Feeding More Children
Building on the success of last year's pilot program, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida has received a $475,000 grant from The Wawa Foundation Fly Beyond® Key Issue Grant program to provide fresh produce and nonperishable foods to students and families who are experiencing food insecurity. “Wawa’s continued partnership is invaluable,” said Derrick Chubbs, President … [Read more...] about Wawa Grants $475,000 to Second Harvest to Continue Feeding More Children
