To support communities impacted by COVID-19, Raytheon Technologies has pledged $5 million to Feeding America, a nationwide network of hunger relief nonprofits. A grant of $159,000 will go to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida to fund the local distribution of meals, groceries and essential supplies to residents of Brevard County. As a result of the pandemic, the … [Read more...] about Raytheon Technologies’ Donation Helps Fund Hunger Relief Efforts in Brevard County
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Hope for Carlos
Like many of our neighbors in Central Florida, Carlos works in the hospitality industry. Without guests filling hotel beds, workers like Carlos have had their hours cut and, in many cases, they’ve been furloughed or laid off as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Carlos’s main concern was for his two school-aged daughters who rely on breakfast and lunch at their elementary … [Read more...] about Hope for Carlos
CFA Society Orlando Fights Hunger through Virtual Food Drive, Podcast
A good friend always has your back. In normal times, CFA Society Orlando provides financial literacy education to students enrolled in Second Harvest's Culinary Training Program. Over the past four years, hundreds of students have been able to build a budget, decipher which bank account is best for their family and taken control of their finances thanks to this … [Read more...] about CFA Society Orlando Fights Hunger through Virtual Food Drive, Podcast
$425,000 Grant from Lockheed Martin Will Help Purchase Additional Food for Distribution
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida has received a $425,000 grant from Lockheed Martin that will be used to purchase food for distribution. This equates to more than eight tractor-trailers’ worth of food to families in need. “I am proud to recognize Lockheed Martin for stepping up its efforts even further to support our community during this challenging time,” said … [Read more...] about $425,000 Grant from Lockheed Martin Will Help Purchase Additional Food for Distribution
Food Drives Go Virtual
In any other time of disaster Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida would be asking for community support through donations of time, food and funds. However, the COVID-19 pandemic is not a typical disaster. The virus forced the food bank to limit the number of volunteers per shift to maintain social distancing. Food donations also had to be put in quarantine to ensure the … [Read more...] about Food Drives Go Virtual
