Let’s “Stock the Shelves” this September

Every September, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and food banks across the country participate in Hunger Action Month (HAM). This concerted effort directly relates to our shared vision of inspiring and engaging the community to end hunger. You know that hunger is an impossible choice for far too many of our neighbors. To that end, Second Harvest Food Bank is asking you to help “Stock the Shelves” this September, knowing that every action you take will help stock the shelves, create hope and nourish lives for our neighbors experiencing hunger.

Why is taking action this month so important? More than half a million Central Floridians face hunger. Hear from Dave Krepcho, President & CEO of Second Harvest, as he shares a memory of attending a mobile food distribution that says it all in the video below.

Check out the “30 ways in 30 days” calendar outlining different actions, events and promotions you can participate in this September. Some actions are small, like sharing hunger facts on social media. Others take more effort, like volunteering in the warehouse. Here are some actions you can take to help Stock the Shelves this month:

1^st Monday at Five Guys – 10% of sales from 5p – 9p will go help fight hunger in Central Florida!
Taqueria Tuesday’s at Black Rooster Taqueria – 10% of sales every Tuesday help provide meals for our neighbors facing hunger!
Wear ORANGE on September 17^th for Hunger Action Day!
Kendra Scott – September 19^th– Join them in store from 1-3p where 20% of the proceeds from your shopping will feed hope in our community. .
Visit our friends at The Coop and 4Rivers Winter Park– We are so excited to have The Coop and 4Rivers as our DipJar locations. Be sure to visit either restaurant for lunch or dinner throughout the month of September and leave a donation for Second Harvest Food Bank at the DipJar by the register!
Experience Orlando’s premier socially-distanced Halloween event, Scream n Stream, on select nights between September 17^th– October 31^st at the Oviedo Mall. A portion of the proceeds will help Stock the Shelves for kids, working families and seniors experiencing hunger.
Check out Jewel Orlando’s only Dueling Pianos Speakeasy Experience. A stylish cocktail lounge with live dueling piano entertainment, handcrafted cocktail drinks, and small bites. Orlando Jewel is the newest speakeasy music bar with a lively atmosphere. A portion of the nightly proceeds during the month of September will provide meals and hope for our neighbors.
Calliope Street is happy with her Brushes, Wine and Treasures… and she wants to share them with those in need. Join Calliope Street on September 23 from 6-8p and paint your own artistic masterpiece at the Oviedo Mall. A portion of all proceeds will fight hunger and feed hope this fall.

However you choose to make a difference, please share it with us on social media by tagging Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida (@feedhopenow) and use the hashtag #StockTheShelves.