A recent pause in federal funding is creating uncertainty for Second Harvest Food Bank and the families, children, and seniors who count on us and our feeding partners for nutritious food every day. Support from the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC), a key source of U.S.-grown food provided through the USDA’s Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), has been frozen. We … [Read more...] about Funding Freeze Threatens Food for Central Florida Families
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When Prices Go Up, Hunger Hits Harder
You've seen the news. Prices are rising from gas to groceries. That means families and seniors facing hunger are forced to make difficult choices—like buying less of the food they need or paying for life-saving medication. You can make a difference right now and provide the hope and meals they need to face these uncertain times. When you make a gift today, your gift triples! … [Read more...] about When Prices Go Up, Hunger Hits Harder
On a Mission: Women Who Fight Hunger
The daily fight against hunger in Central Floridians is in no small part made possible because of women on a mission. Showing up and rolling up their sleeves to volunteer, addressing the dietary needs of neighbors facing hunger AND chronic illness, or planning the organization's signature fundraising events are women committed to combatting food insecurity. This National … [Read more...] about On a Mission: Women Who Fight Hunger
You Help Families Thrive
In Central Florida, one in eight of our neighbors is facing hunger. Among them are families living in multigenerational households, like Megan’s. Last year, Megan’s mother moved in with her family. They hoped combining into one household would save money on rent and childcare. But her growing kids need clothes and school supplies. And her mom was prescribed a new, expensive … [Read more...] about You Help Families Thrive
Ending the Vicious Cycle of Hunger
Joseph found himself in a line at a local church food pantry. His health issues had forced him to allocate a significant portion of his monthly expenses to treatment, just to stay employed and maintain health insurance. He turned to a local Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida feeding partner for help with food assistance. “It’s just a vicious cycle,” he said. “I … [Read more...] about Ending the Vicious Cycle of Hunger
