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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Fight Summer Hunger from Your Computer with a Virtual Food Drive
With schools closing for summer break, breakfast and lunch are no longer on the table for thousands of children in Central Florida. One way to help bridge the gap and provide nutritious meals for kids and families this summer is by hosting a virtual food drive. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s Virtual Food Drive tool allows individuals and organizations to … [Read more...] about Fight Summer Hunger from Your Computer with a Virtual Food Drive
Making Every Hour Count: Lizzette’s Passion for Volunteering
Lizzette has always wanted to do two things: spend time with her dad and give back to the community. After 40 years of being regional manager for apartment communities, she decided to retire early to spend more time with her dad and volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. Previously in South Florida, Lizzette did a lot of team volunteering at Feeding … [Read more...] about Making Every Hour Count: Lizzette’s Passion for Volunteering
Volunteering and Spending Quality Time as a Couple
Quality time as a couple is important. John Giddens, a retired Disney employee of 35 years, and his wife Dawn, who loves sewing and embroidery, have been volunteering together at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida almost every week for the past three years! They understand that 1 in 8 Central Florida neighbors face hunger, and every shift they work helps provide … [Read more...] about Volunteering and Spending Quality Time as a Couple
Celebrating the many ways you volunteer – thank you!
To celebrate National Volunteer Week, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida wants to celebrate you, our volunteers, who help fight hunger and feed hope all year long. Last year, your collective efforts contributed more than 119,765 volunteer hours to support our mission. Your dedication and hard work have significantly impacted the fight against hunger. Thank … [Read more...] about Celebrating the many ways you volunteer – thank you!
