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
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Food Fuels Learning and Builds Community
"It feels like Christmas because Christmas is magical," said Emma, age 10. "It feels like this, like an opportunity for a better life." "I think it's like Christmas and Thanksgiving because at Christmas you get and give gifts, and at Thanksgiving you're thankful," said Serena, age 11. Emma and Serena were among a group of fifth-grade student ambassadors at Kissimmee … [Read more...] about Food Fuels Learning and Builds Community
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
Take action and double your impact!
During Hunger Action Month, your support is crucial. Your action today can help ensure that kids in your community facing hunger get the meals they need to thrive. With rising costs and stagnant wages, more families are reaching out to Second Harvest for help. In fact, Second Harvest's Food Finder tool receives an average of 500 searches daily for food assistance. Thanks … [Read more...] about Take action and double your impact!
Hunger Is Rising, But We Can Turn the Tide
Can I afford to buy groceries this month? If I do, how will we cover rent? What will the kids eat when they come home from school? How will we make it through the weekend? When you’re living with food insecurity, it’s all you can think about – from the moment you wake up in the morning to your last restless worries before falling asleep. That’s because hunger is much more … [Read more...] about Hunger Is Rising, But We Can Turn the Tide
