Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently unveiled a new Mobile Farmers Market in conjunction with the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County. The Mobile Farmers Market initiative expands Second Harvest’s ‘Food is Medicine’ programming by increasing access to fresh produce for adults with hypertension. Volusia County residents who receive a referral … [Read more...] about Second Harvest Food Bank Unveils New Mobile Farmers Market
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Healthy Eating Starts Early
After participating in Carolina Tavarez’s "Vary Your Fruits and Vegetables" class, almost all the elementary-aged kids were eager to try kiwi, red pepper, cucumber and pears. “I’ve never tried kiwi,” a child said. “Do you want to try some today?” Carolina asked. “Sure.” Carolina is a certified nutritionist who teaches Nutrition Education classes in Seminole County … [Read more...] about Healthy Eating Starts Early
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!
Feed Hope GIVING Day is here! [24-hour Match]
Every day 300,000 meals are provided to families, kids and seniors in your community who face hunger. In recognition of that staggering number, Feed Hope Giving Day is an opportunity for people like you to help raise a day's worth of meals in 24 hours.Hunger affects one in eight of our neighbors, and an unexpected emergency or job loss can force families to choose between food … [Read more...] about Feed Hope GIVING Day is here! [24-hour Match]
Today Only: Triple Match for 3X the Meals for Central Florida Kids!
As summer break continues, the situation for some kids in Central Florida is dire. Instead of planning their next adventure, they worry about their next meal. With school-provided meals no longer available, many children miss out on the nutritious meals they need to fuel their summer.Your support is more urgent than ever. Children have already gone weeks without access to … [Read more...] about Today Only: Triple Match for 3X the Meals for Central Florida Kids!
