The 2022 film “I Want You Back” establishes that love could drive one to put their own needs to the side to address the needs of the one they love. Second Harvest Food Bank volunteers genuinely do what they do out of love. Not a romantic love like in the film, but a familial and communal love. A love for their neighbor, their city and their cause.
Before the food bank could open its doors to begin the work of helping Central Florida neighbors recover from Hurricane Ian, calls, texts and emails started pouring in from eager volunteers ready to do their part.
These dedicated individuals continue to rise to the occasion to help their neighbors in a time of crisis while also navigating the effects of the same devastating event in their own lives.
Vincent evacuated his college campus in Ft Myers and, before returning to Southwest Florida to resume his studies, made it a point to come to the food bank and help out.
Terrance, who works as a long-haul truck driver, delayed taking a job so that he could spend an extra day in town to volunteer.
And, amid chaos, Meredith, a regular volunteer, brought her entire family out to help at the main warehouse after their house flooded with nearly two feet of water. Volunteering during her regularly scheduled shift helped make life feel more “normal” for herself and her children.
It is humbling to see how volunteers find ways to help others, despite dealing with the personal challenges created by the storm. Thank you for spreading hope and love.
Volunteers make a difference.
Individual and group opportunities are available.
