Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

☀️It was a day of celebration and hope for the Apostolic Church of Jesus when it recently reopened its on-site food pantry, following two years of rebuilding after a devastating fire. The pantry never stopped distributing food, including the day following the fire. 🍏Second Harvest remained committed to ACOJ and the Altamonte neighborhood its serves throughout the recovery and rebuilding process by hosting regular mobile distributions. With the restored pantry, AJOC will be able to store and distribute food more consistently to neighbors. ➡️Read more about how this pantry has a long history of fighting hunger and feeding hope: https://lnkd.in/ezEh_WnB

Recently, Second Harvest staff met with members of Congress and their staff in Washington, D.C. to discuss the importance of federal health and nutrition assistance programs under consideration in budget reconciliation and the Farm Bill. Thank you Senator Rick Scott and Congressman Darren Soto, Congressman Maxwell Frost, Representative Cory Mills, Representative Daniel Webster, and Congressman Mike Haridopolos for discussing how these proven strategies support our nation's farmers and families facing hunger. ➡️How to advocate for your neighbors facing hunger: https://lnkd.in/eh8hHSdi #NationalAgDay

Celebrating and grateful for Florida farmers on National Ag Day and every day! 🍊 More than 34 million pounds of fresh produce from Florida farms was distributed by Second Harvest last year. 🥦🍓🍅🌽🍉 #NationalAgDay #FreshfromFlorida #FloridaFarms ➡️What's in season now: https://lnkd.in/eHed8cXU

The gratitude of neighbors inspired Alice to fight hunger and feed hope as a Second Harvest volunteer. 🍏 The church she attends is a feeding partner of the food bank, and Alice interacted with those facing hunger at food distributions. “It made me want to do it more,” she said. “This is one small thing to me, but it is a big thing for those facing hunger and in need.” ➡️Read more about this woman on a mission: https://lnkd.in/ebyxpWzJ

Remember to wear green and eat your greens today for good luck! 🥦 Happy St. Patrick's Day, Central Florida! 💚🍀 🍏feedhopenow.org

📍 Donations stay local! 1 in 8 people experience food insecurity in Central Florida. Here’s a chance to help. Donations made at your local Walmart + Sam's Club during the #fighthungersparkchange campaign stay right here in your community to help your neighbors facing hunger. ⏰ Get involved, now through 3/31. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gx-pf6nn

Getting kids to eat vegetables can be challenging, but increasing their exposure to fresh produce may help. 🥕 A health education and behavior professor from the University of Florida has launched a research project to find out. 🥦 Project VEGGIE (Vegetable Eating Gets Going with Increased Exposure) is a 12-week pilot program that brings together Second Harvest in partnership with UF Professor Dr. Layton Reeser-Oyer, the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County (ELCOC) and volunteers from the University of Central Florida. 🌽 ➡️Learn more about this fun and exciting project: https://lnkd.in/e4xSsmB3

🛒More than 80 Central Florida Walmarts and Sam's Clubs. 🍏22 million pounds of donated food. 🍽18.3 million meals on tables. ✨That's how Walmart and Sam's Club Fight Hunger and Spark Change by participating in Second Harvest's Retail Rescue program. ➡How you can Fight Hunger and Spark Change: https://lnkd.in/eAJJDKZM #FightHungerSparkChange

Increasing access to nutritious food in the community not only contributes to hunger relief, but also to community health. 🍏 Food insecurity contributes to chronic illness in low-income people, and with food prices rising, neighbors are facing tough choices - like healthy food vs. life-saving medications. 📣Right now, your donation to Second Harvest is TRIPLED thanks to a generous donor, providing three times the meals and the hope. ➡️Give today to make three times the impact: feedhopenow.org

Gather your friends, put on your finest attire, and step into an afternoon of sophistication and philanthropy at the Ultimate Garden Party! 💐 Recognized as the Best Community Event in Central Florida, this highly anticipated fundraising gala returns for its fourth year, bringing together hunger relief supporters for an unforgettable experience. 🎟️Get your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/eAWzEpSR