As the days turn ever warmer, I think about the children across Central Florida looking forward to summer break. This is their time to play and explore outside and just be kids. My mind also turns to the one in five kids who likely rely on school lunch and breakfast programs as one of their primary forms of nutrition. Without those consistent meals, their cash-strapped … [Read more...] about Our Journey Together
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Summer’s Weight: Bridging the Meal Gap While School is in Recess
Each year, when summer break rolls around, it brings mixed emotions. Kids are excited to be out of school and enjoying time away from alarm clocks, books and tests. But, for many parents – especially moms – the break from the academic year can also generate serious concern. Despite great strides to close the gender gap, women are still juggling the demands of a full-time job … [Read more...] about Summer’s Weight: Bridging the Meal Gap While School is in Recess
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With summer break just around the corner, the loss of school-provided breakfasts and lunches becomes a pressing issue for many children in our area. These meals are not just a source of nutrition but also vital for their growth and development. You have a powerful opportunity to make a difference for kids like Molly, ensuring they have access to nutritious foods this … [Read more...] about Help kids have a hunger-free summer with a matching gift.
A Wake-Up Call in the Fight Against Hunger
“Rent eats first.” Those three words, shared matter-of-factly by a neighbor as she sought food assistance at a local distribution, have stayed in my mind since I first heard them. They describe a dilemma – and silent crisis – many families are struggling with right now in Central Florida and beyond. Hunger is real. It is urgent. And many people have no choice but to face it … [Read more...] about A Wake-Up Call in the Fight Against Hunger
Beyond the Table: Social Determinants of Health
March is National Nutrition Month, a time to focus on how what you eat affects your health. There’s more to consider about your health than simply eating better and exercising. According to the County Health Rankings Model of Health, our personal health choices only account for about 30% of our overall health. Your health is significantly influenced by factors beyond your … [Read more...] about Beyond the Table: Social Determinants of Health
