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Stories of Hope

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Always Learning: Seeking growth after graduation

After graduating from Second Harvest’s 16-week Culinary Training Program, 470 inspiring individuals have started new careers and turned the page to new life chapters. The program is only the beginning...
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Cooking Up a New Career

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida's Culinary Training Program is more about the people than it is about the food. The program's purpose and mission is to provide adults facing various housing, employment and financial barriers with the skills...
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5 Heart Healthy “To Do’s” for Kids

Nutrition education is essential for fostering a healthier society. Starting early in life with comprehensive nutrition education is crucial, as childhood lays the groundwork for lifelong habits and attitudes towards food. Understanding the importance of nutrition from a young age...
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After School Meals Provide Stability for Students and Parents

Kids just want to be kids. However, studies show that one in five children in Central Florida are at risk of facing hunger at some point this year. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, along with volunteers, partners, and...
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Hunger is a Big Problem – and It Needs a Big Solution

Pre-schoolers. Veterans. Hardworking parents. Homebound seniors. Approximately 2.3 million Floridians of all ages and backgrounds have at least one thing in common: At some point this year, they’ll be at risk of going to bed hungry. That estimate – based...
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Sharpening Skills for a Brighter Future: Stacey’s Story

Stacey's journey unfolded in a series of chapters, each with its own unique challenges and revelations. She relocated to Orlando with aspirations of higher education, but the abrupt shift to online classes due to the pandemic posed unexpected difficulties. Her...
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What a difference a year makes.

Last year, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida expanded its hunger relief efforts into Marion County. It was an instant infusion of support for local food pantries and neighbors facing […]

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Central Florida responds to Share Your Christmas in a big way!

This December, for the 38th year in a row, WESH 2 partnered with Second Harvest to rally the Central Florida community to help support our neighbors facing hunger during the […]

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