Your support helps families facing tough times

One in seven Central Floridians faces hunger each year. One of those neighbors is Gladys, the matriarch of a big family. With prices rising and a growing grandson, she turned to a local food pantry supported by Second Harvest for help.

You Help Provide Meals and Smiles All Summer

Summer is finally here! With the excitement that comes finishing another grade, also comes a harsh reality: hunger doesn’t take a summer break. The need for regular access to healthy, nutritious food continues even after the last bell.

Courtney Found the Courage to Change her Life

Courtney learned a new career-sustaining skillset at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s Culinary Training Program, but the biggest change she experienced was in her confidence.

When she first started the program, Courtney expressed uncertainty that it was the right path for her and wasn’t confident she could work in the culinary field. She lived in emergency housing with her son and heard about the program from a social worker there.

Food Helps Keep Neighbors Healthy

After a lifetime of serving as a pastor, Larry is now experiencing the kindness and generosity of others.

Last fall, Larry went to the hospital because he had extreme pain in his arms and shoulders. Tests showed arteries and veins were clear, but Larry needed a new pacemaker and defibrillator.

Before he left the hospital, Larry was referred to the Medically Tailored Meals program at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. The program delivers a week’s worth of meals to his home at no cost, each one made specifically to support his heart health and help him avoid more hospital visits.