When runDisney invited Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida to be their Celebrated Charity for the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend powered by Shokz again this year, we were beyond thrilled! Since we first partnered with runDisney 6 years ago, this race weekend has helped to provide over 2 million meals for children, families, and seniors who are facing … [Read more...] about Outrunning Hunger!
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One CAN really make a difference.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is so fortunate to have so many incredible events supporting our neighbors facing hunger; however, Canstruction Orlando may be the most unique! Canstruction Orlando is an artistic and architectural way raise awareness of the issue of hunger in Central Florida. Canstruction is an international hunger relief charity that raises millions … [Read more...] about One CAN really make a difference.
HCA Florida Healthcare Launches Initiative to Support Second Harvest Food Bank
With the launch of HCA Florida Healthcare unifying more than 450 sites of care across Florida, HCA Florida Healthcare colleagues in Central Florida are celebrating the announcement through a multifaceted initiative to fight food insecurity during National Nutrition Month. HCA Florida Healthcare’s mission is: “Above all else, we are dedicated to the care and improvement of … [Read more...] about HCA Florida Healthcare Launches Initiative to Support Second Harvest Food Bank
Central Florida Steps Up for Share Your Christmas
As if three telethons in the last year and a half weren’t enough, WESH 2 was back at it again this December for the 36th Annual Giving Tuesday and Share Your Christmas events. Each year WESH 2 calls upon our community to help our neighbors through a food and fund drive, and in true Central Florida fashion, the community tuned in and showed up in a huge way! The 36th Annual … [Read more...] about Central Florida Steps Up for Share Your Christmas
Your Generosity is Priceless
Desperate times call for desperate measures. Crystal knows that all too well. “We went fishing a few weeks ago just so we could have some meat,” she explains. Crystal says her family of six was comfortable before the pandemic hit. Between furloughs, layoffs, and inconsistent hours, the only certainty in the last year is that her kids want to eat breakfast, lunch, and … [Read more...] about Your Generosity is Priceless