Blogging at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

Fighting hunger. Feeding hope.

Fighting hunger. Feeding hope.

This Is Food

Fighting Hunger and Boosting Wellbeing for Seniors

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"It's really all about wellbeing," said Yaneisy. As the operations director of the St. Cloud Dream Center, one of Second Harvest's 750+ feeding partners, Yaneisy emphasizes the center's commitment to ensuring that every neighbor who walks through its doors is not just fed but also nourished and cared for. The Dream Center is a certified Second Harvest Nutritious Pantry, … [Read more...] about Fighting Hunger and Boosting Wellbeing for Seniors

Good Nutrition, From Pantry to Plate

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Salad or soda. Carrot sticks or potato chips. Chicken soup with rice … or chicken nuggets with fries. When it comes to nutrition, not all choices are created equal. Parents want their kids to grow up healthy and happy, and most of us know that diet – what we eat, how much, and how it’s cooked – plays a major role in overall well-being. But for the tens of thousands of … [Read more...] about Good Nutrition, From Pantry to Plate

You are Nourishing our Neighbors

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The link between diet and health is undeniable. Your support nourishes neighbors by increasing access to nutritious foods, establishing partnerships with healthcare practitioners, and providing nutrition education. Classes meet at food pantries, community centers and senior communities to improve the health and well-being of neighbors. Topics include healthy eating, … [Read more...] about You are Nourishing our Neighbors

Food is Learning

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Childhood is a time for learning, growing, playing sports and dreaming of a bright future. But without consistent access to healthy, nutritious foods, hunger can derail a childhood. Kids facing hunger encounter significant challenges, including academic performance, physical health, and emotional well-being. Your support makes it possible to fight childhood hunger in … [Read more...] about Food is Learning