Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

🎉 It's exciting to be nominated for Best Local Charitable Group in the Best of Orlando poll and to be in such good company with impact-driven organizations —thank you, Orlando Weekly readers!!!

🗳️ Vote here ---> https://contest.pulse.ly/ebmufzlrvt and thank you for your continued support to fight hunger and feed hope in Central Florida.

“Summers are hard. I had four kids and having them all home at once during the summer was tough. They need to be fed breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner.”

Healthy snacks are where she’s focusing on a lot of her efforts this year.

“When kids are home, they snack throughout the day,” Cathy said. “Parents want healthy snacks and not junk food. We’re going to provide apples, bananas, grapes, breakfast bars, and more.”

Feeding partners like New Heart Christian Center help fill gaps during the summer. Read more: https://feedhopenow.org/stories/fighting-hunger-on-the-front-lines-this-summer/

Looking to do some good this summer? ☀️

Give your time to the fight against hunger!

By volunteering this summer, you can help ensure every kid has access to the meals they need to grow and thrive.

Grab a shift at https://feedhopenow.pulse.ly/1ihcssfjwv

Together we can fight hunger and feed hope for everyone in our community.

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With the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season starting tomorrow, it's time for Central Florida to get prepared! 🌧️

➡️Here are the food bank's 4 Tips to Be Prepared:
1. Store a 3-day supply of non-perishable foods.
2. Gather essential non-food items like first-aid kits, medications, flashlights and batteries.
3. Think about individual needs, including babies, adults and pets.
4. Stock up on water - one gallon per person per day.

🔗Our complete suggested shopping list: https://feedhopenow.pulse.ly/lt3syk1o8i

Giving back to your community by volunteering not only positively impacts your neighbors; it also benefits your physical and mental health.

Volunteering can help improve your mental wellbeing by adding movement, a sense of community and purpose. ♥️

“Studies support what we already know; volunteering makes us feel good,” said Maureen Hawkins, Director of Health and Hunger Strategies.

🔗The experience of Second Harvest volunteers supports the findings of the studies. Read their stories: https://feedhopenow.pulse.ly/jfrydazn1h

Join the Young Professionals Committee in serving up some meals and hope! 🎾

The third annual Pickleball Fundraiser Tournament, sponsored by Orlando Advanced Pickleball and Orlando Racket Sports, is June 5-7 and is a great way to support neighbors facing hunger.

🔗Serve your community with your best serve, and register today: https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/47FCFC09-F0C2-491C-B853-096F3D30A732