Thanks to your support, 40 million meals have been provided to kids, families and seniors in Central Florida since March 23.Because of you, hungry kids received healthy meals while learning at home, families had food on their tables and seniors didn't have to leave their home to get food. We are so grateful for your support during the past 6 months.You helped make this … [Read more...] about 40 million meals… and counting
Summer Food Service Program
Hunger Expected to Rise by 49% in Central Florida
Over the years, events like natural disasters, 9/11 and the Great Recession have had serious impacts on food insecurity, but Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida says nothing in recent history compares to COVID-19. According to “Map the Meal Gap 2020,” a national survey conducted by Feeding America, the number of Central Floridians who are food insecure will likely rise … [Read more...] about Hunger Expected to Rise by 49% in Central Florida
You Make It Possible
300,000 meals a day are flowing through Central Florida thanks to your generosity. Thank you for helping families, kids and seniors during these difficult times. They are grateful to have you on their side. The food insecurity rate in Central Florida has increased drastically due to COVID-19, with over 18% of households not having access to affordable, nutritious food. Your … [Read more...] about You Make It Possible
We’re making some changes
Phase 1 of the reopening of our state is bringing both relief and chaos to our community. Families and seniors are trying to figure out how to safely navigate our new normal while worrying about their low food supply. The demand for food continues to grow.Thanks to our giving community and supporters like you, Second Harvest is making changes to help more of our neighbors in … [Read more...] about We’re making some changes
Summer Starts Early
When schools closed their doors at Spring Break earlier this year, no one expected them to be closed for two months. There were field trips, end of year parties and graduations being planned. That all changed as schools transitioned to at-home digital learning. This disruption also caught many parents off guard. When kids are home, parents realize just how much they eat. … [Read more...] about Summer Starts Early
