Because of you, so many had a brighter 2021. Last year, you brought hunger relief to kids, families, and seniors across Central Florida through your dedicated support, acts of volunteerism, and gifts of hope. We can't thank you enough. See your generosity at work in this special thank you video. Because of you, Second Harvest provided 99 million meals last year. … [Read more...] about Because of YOU.
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Central Florida Steps Up for Share Your Christmas
As if three telethons in the last year and a half weren’t enough, WESH 2 was back at it again this December for the 36th Annual Giving Tuesday and Share Your Christmas events. Each year WESH 2 calls upon our community to help our neighbors through a food and fund drive, and in true Central Florida fashion, the community tuned in and showed up in a huge way! The 36th Annual … [Read more...] about Central Florida Steps Up for Share Your Christmas
Thank you, volunteers!
What a year! When I think about the past year, it almost feels like I was on a roller coaster ride. So many highs and a couple of lows. The year started with the Hope Worldwide Church conducting its annual food drive which provided more than 23,000 meals. What a wonderful way to begin the year! However, January does come with the typical decrease in volunteer help … [Read more...] about Thank you, volunteers!
A Word of Gratitude for 2021
Light at the end of the tunnel. It seems like this phrase pops up every time our community faces a daunting challenge or hardship. The past two years have certainly felt overwhelming for thousands of our neighbors in Central Florida. The ability to keep looking forward through adversity lies deep in our nature as humans. For some, it can be harder to maintain that hope … [Read more...] about A Word of Gratitude for 2021
Thanks for your advocacy
Last month, we asked you to lend your voice to ensure the state of Florida accepted federal funds for the Summer EBT program -- and you responded! 194 Second Harvest advocates took action and told Governor Ron DeSantis that it wasn't too late for Florida to accept this much needed assistance to eligible children and their families. Florida was poised to leave $820 million on … [Read more...] about Thanks for your advocacy
