Lending a hand to others often brings unexpected assistance your way. “I used to volunteer at a food bank in New Jersey. And now it comes around to me,” says Maria, a senior who works part-time. Without full-time hours, she’s unable to keep up with the rising costs, including food. Maria’s story is all too familiar as one in 8 Central Floridians face hunger due to rising … [Read more...] about A Helping Hand for Maria
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Together, We Can End Hunger in Central Florida
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
Fresh Produce is a Game-changer for Students and Families
One of the most significant gaps in childhood hunger in Central Florida is food resources for students outside of the school cafeteria. Without consistent access to the nutritious foods necessary to learn, grow and thrive, students cannot focus on their lessons or reach their full potential. At Sterling Park Elementary School in Seminole County, PTA volunteers at the … [Read more...] about Fresh Produce is a Game-changer for Students and Families
Moms Make Tough Decisions to Feed Their Families
Every day, mothers make hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions for themselves and their families. As a mother of a toddler and infant twins, Ferayda knows this all too well. She juggles feeding schedules, nap times, the never-ending laundry, and the family budget. “We have to designate a lot of money from our budget for food, especially milk and formula,” explains Ferayda. … [Read more...] about Moms Make Tough Decisions to Feed Their Families
Eating Better on a Budget
With inflation impacting many household budgets, healthy menu planning can feel extremely daunting these days. But that doesn’t have to be the case: It is possible to build a balanced diet that’s easy, economical and delicious. After all, what we eat plays an important role in lifelong health and well-being. Studies consistently show that eating nutritious foods and … [Read more...] about Eating Better on a Budget
