Despite a strong economy, promising outlook, and growing population, Florida continues to wrestle with a hunger crisis that will affect one in eight people – and one in five children – at some point this year. It’s a serious problem that Florida’s lawmakers and nonprofits are rallying to solve – and recently, we took an important step toward that goal. This spring, the … [Read more...] about Together, We Can End Hunger in Central Florida
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Our Journey Together
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
You are Mobilizing Hope
During Central Florida summers, pop-up thunderstorms come out of nowhere, drenching shoppers stranded without an umbrella. In the same way, temporary, short-term emergencies can arise for low-income families, sending them into a tailspin. The saying, "When it rains, it pours," rings true for neighbors already living paycheck to paycheck and juggling a new health diagnosis, a … [Read more...] about You are Mobilizing Hope
You are Brightening Summer Days
Summer is a time for sun and fun. It is also a time of uncertainty for kids whose families are overwhelmed by inflated costs of living. Nearly half of Central Florida households live paycheck to paycheck, making it challenging to afford higher prices for housing, gas and groceries. You brighten summer days for growing kids and anxious parents. Your support of Second … [Read more...] about You are Brightening Summer Days
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
