As the federal government shutdown surpasses 40 days, anxiety and uncertainty persist for millions of families, including military service members, federal employees, and contractors who are missing paychecks. Additionally, SNAP...
On Saturday, November 3, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recognized 13 students from its Culinary Training Program during a graduation ceremony. Food bank staff, family, friends and employers joined the celebration to recognize each student's achievements. In addition...
The government shutdown began on October 1, and it did not take long for Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida to notice a spike in the requests for food assistance. It started with phone calls and private Facebook messages...
The first thing the kids who attend Club Esteem do when they get there every afternoon is grab their meal. “It’s just like when they’re at home and coming home from school,” said Ellena Little, Director of Club Esteem. “The...
A successful 2025 runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend is in the books. It was Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s ninth year as the Celebrated Charity of Choice for the event. The partnership with runDisney provides many...
Every year, an incredible volunteer committee hosts the unique hunger-fighting food drive and community event called Canstruction. This international hunger-relief charity, with local chapters including Canstruction Orlando, recruits local teams to design and build impressive structures from canned and non-perishable...
Kalei never set out with a specific goal to become a chef, but as she reflects, it’s clear how each experience pulled her closer to the kitchen. Whatever she ended up doing, her goal was to be successful. Her passion...
