If you’re wondering why your site is experiencing an increase on the number of people between the ages of 18 and 49 looking for food at your agency, church or food pantry, the reinstatement of the SNAP (food stamps) policy may be the reason. This policy was waived during the recession, but with the unemployment […]
Across Central Florida, students eagerly look forward to summer vacation, but for many children from low income families, summertime means losing access to school cafeterias and the nutritious well-balanced meals they regularly receive. During summer, many struggling families have to spend more money on food and make tougher household budgetary decisions. The Summer Food Program […]
Recently, our Agency Relations Department welcomed two new additions to the Second Harvest team. They are both very excited to be jumping on board with the food bank and can’t wait to meet you! Patti DeLaCruz has worked in the non-profit world for over 20 years and is excited to continue sharing her passion for giving […]
Apostolic Church of Jesus Altamonte Springs is what you might have called an “old hand” in the Old West. At least in terms of Mobile Drops. This small church in Altamonte Springs has been regularly running Mobile Drops in addition to their regular pantry for a while now. On April 13th, I visited them for […]
