This Veterans Day, Second Harvest recognizes and amplifies the voices of individuals connected to the food bank who have served our country and advocate for veterans and military families. The reality is that in the fight against hunger, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida provides food resources to Central Florida veterans and military families facing food … [Read more...] about Serving Those Who Have Served
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One veteran offers a helping hand
“What I learned from my experience in the military is that I really want to help people,” explains Bibi. She spent 11 years in the Army, serving in Iraq and on the ground in New York City following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. “Looking back, I can’t believe I did some of that,” Bibi says upon reflecting on the many months of search and rescue efforts, security and funerals … [Read more...] about One veteran offers a helping hand
Serving others through food
Jeremy’s life is defined by service. “Volunteering is my greatest joy,” explains Jeremy. “I like serving my fellow man, especially veterans because I am a disabled veteran.” His service began as an Eagle Scout and later as an Air Force linguist. Since returning to civilian life, Jeremy has found a supportive community and dedicates his time to ensuring that veterans have … [Read more...] about Serving others through food
Serving Our Veterans
“A lot of people don’t realize the struggles of veterans,” Agustin “Augie” Serrano explains. Through a partnership with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, he develops relationships with homeless veterans, visiting them and offering food and housing. “All kinds of circumstances bring them to be homeless,” he said. “My job is trying to reintegrate them back … [Read more...] about Serving Our Veterans
