Second Harvest Food Bank Calls on Central Florida to Take Action During Hunger Action Month

September is Hunger Action Month, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is asking residents to find at least one way to help neighbors facing food insecurity. September marks Hunger Action Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about hunger and encourage communities to take action. In Central Florida, Second Harvest Food Bank of … Read more

How Second Harvest Food Bank Prepares During Hurricane Season

The continental United States, including Florida, dodged a bullet last year. No hurricanes made landfall during the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season for the first time since 2015, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. However, as the Sunshine State is currently in hurricane season, local organizations like Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida … Read more

UCF Lake Nona Hospital Awards $50,000 in Community Health Grants to Central Florida Nonprofits

UCF Lake Nona Hospital Awards $50,000 in Community Health Grants to Central Florida Nonprofits

On Tuesday, Feb. 10, UCF Lake Nona Hospital Community Health Fund gave $50,000 in grants to local nonprofit organizations that prioritize community health at UCF Lake Nona Hospital. The hospital, part of HCA Florida Healthcare, identifies the recipients through its Community Health Needs Assessment every three years. The recipients of this year’s grants were Healthy … Read more

Plate Above Catering Releases Holiday Menu Supporting Hunger Relief in Central Florida

Plate Above Catering, a social enterprise of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, has unveiled its 2025 holiday menu, featuring chef-prepared meals designed to bring families together while helping fight hunger across the region. The seasonal offerings include family-style meals-to-go that serve eight people, featuring a choice of protein and classic side dishes such … Read more

Orlando Booze & Bites Festival comes to Central Florida this September with Food, Drinks, Music, and Games

The Orlando Booze & Bites Festival is set to bring a full day of food, drinks, and entertainment to Festival Park on Saturday, September 13. This 21+ all-you-can-drink outdoor festival runs from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and promises a mix of unlimited beverages, live music, local eats, and interactive games. Food and Drinks on … Read more

5 Important Heart Healthy “To Do’s” for Kids

The Importance of Heart-Healthy Habits Ensuring our children adopt heart-healthy habits is crucial in a world buzzing with technology and fast-paced lifestyles. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is a nonprofit organization that collects, stores, and distributes donated food to feeding partners in seven Central Florida counties. Second Harvest is committed to providing nutritious … Read more

Summer’s Weight: Bridging the Meal Gap While School is in Recess

Each year, when summer break rolls around, it brings mixed emotions. Kids are excited to be out of school and enjoying time away from alarm clocks, books and tests. But, for many parents – especially moms – the break from the academic year can also generate serious concern. Despite great strides to close the gender … Read more

Second Harvest Awarded $200,000 in Federal Appropriations Funding

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently received $200,000 in federal appropriations funding to enhance a vital component of its infrastructure. On Monday, May 13, Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL 10th) presented Second Harvest president and CEO Derrick Chubbs with a check. The money will help the food bank purchase a new Thermal Energy Storage … Read more

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