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Tuesday, Dec 6 2016
When Jordan and Breanna were children of 8 and 12, they became homeless. The kids often found themselves wondering where they would get their next meal.
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Tuesday, Nov 1 2016
As a graphic designer by training, I was taught that creativity can inspire innovation. This summer, I was able to see first-hand how creativity, especially when combined with deep community input...
Wednesday, Aug 24 2016
I’m constantly astounded and saddened by the staggering statistics that tell us how access to fruits and vegetables is difficult for so many Americans. And how 1 in 5 kids struggles with hunger.
Tuesday, Jul 26 2016
Each year, the USDA recognizes new, innovative practices for improving the reach and impact of SFSP and suggests community partners who might be able help. This year the focus is working within hospitals and health care centers.
Wednesday, Jul 20 2016
While more than 60 percent of children in Florida qualify for free or reduced lunch, only about 9 percent participate in feeding programs. However, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is able provide breakfast and lunch to more than 3,000 children a day.
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Monday, Jul 11 2016
Each week, the food bank stocks the bus, called the Lunch Express, with food and drives hundreds of miles delivering what might be the only meals that some children have access when school is out.
Wednesday, Jun 1 2016
The Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma operates two food trucks throughout the year. In the summer months, trucks are sent to low-income communities that have a large population of young children.
Saturday, Aug 29 2015
It’s hard to believe but school bells have already begun ringing, signaling the start of a new school year in many communities across the country. When you think back to school, classroom supplies...
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Monday, Aug 3 2015
Rainbow Library has two very sweet volunteers hold down the fort and serve summer meals outside of the library Monday - Friday in addition to BackPacks on Fridays.
Saturday, Jun 27 2015
“Oh look, there is a crowd already waiting for us, “I said as we pulled into our first stop of this summer on the Lunch Express. We had several parents and fifteen young, eager faces jumping around...
