Jaxon ate his whole salad during lunch at Midway Safe Harbor’s Summer Break Spot. Well, almost. “I didn’t eat those cucumbers,” the 7-year-old said. “But I did like the tomatoes. And I really like the meat and cheese.” Jaxon attends a summer camp program at Midway, which is one of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s Summer Break Spot sites, where breakfast … [Read more...] about Filling in the Gaps Over Summer Break
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Every Voice Matters at Second Harvest
When it comes to creating and updating its programming and food distribution, Second Harvest considers the voices, needs, and input of neighbors, even the littlest ones. Kids Cafes provide prepared meals to kids enrolled in Central Florida Head Start programs, schools and after-school programs. It’s important to the food bank staff running the programs to receive feedback on … [Read more...] about Every Voice Matters at Second Harvest
Second Harvest Food Bank Unveils New Mobile Farmers Market
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
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!
