Rural communities are a big part of what makes Florida strong but the many things that make rural areas so special can also present challenges. Long distances, limited transportation, and fewer grocery stores can turn a simple grocery trip into a real challenge. For many families living in rural areas getting healthy, affordable food can […]
Food traditions are at the heart of the holiday season, from recipes passed down through the generations to meals that bring people together around the table. As the food bank network, we work hard to make sure this food is available and accessible for all families, so their traditions can continue even through tough times. […]
By Christina Andrews At The Farm, a bustling farmers market on Mobile Highway, Pensacola shoppers wander past crates of oranges and winter greens, children tug at their parents’ sleeves, and longtime regulars swap recipes with the “Farm Sprouts,” the crew members who help the place run smoothly. And lately, something new has been happening: people […]
In an intimate interview with Robin Safley, CEO of Feeding Florida, and Senate President Ben Albritton, Steve Vancore dives into the Farmers Feeding Florida, the connection between supporting Florida agriculture to help Florida’s food insecure population, and the Senate President’s Rural Renaissance initiatives. To see the full story, click here>>
Distributions: Moving Food From the Food Bank to the Home If food banks provide the strong roots that ground our network, our partner food pantries are the wide-reaching branches that stretch into communities across the state, offering shade, support, and fresh possibilities. But sometimes our food banks have to go further and distribute food directly […]
By Drew Dixon Feeding Florida is deploying more distributions during the shutdown. Yet another nonprofit food bank organization is stepping up to help Floridians during the federal government shutdown that has disrupted federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Feeding Florida is deploying increased distributions to help ensure families, seniors and veterans get essential sustenance […]
The Crucial Impact of Florida Beef on Feeding Our Neighbors Florida might evoke images of beaches and citrus, but the Sunshine State boasts a 500-year-old cattle industry with deep roots in its history and identity. Today, that ancient industry is fueling a modern mission: feeding Florida’s food-insecure population. Here is an inside look at the […]
Halloween is all about fun, costumes, and a few playful tricks, but it doesn’t have to be a sugar overload. Introducing healthy snacks during Halloween is a great way to keep the fun going without the candy-induced crash. At Feeding Florida, we believe in balance, so we tested a few fun, healthy recipes to help […]
Feeding Networks: How Food Moves Through Our Communities It’s no secret that hunger is a growing challenge in Florida communities. From local leaders to community organizations, many feel called to step up—but where do they begin? We sat down with Patti DeLaCruz, Director of Agency Relations at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, to […]
Peanuts in Florida: From Farm Fields to Food Banks Peanuts are more than just a tasty snack or a key ingredient in peanut butter sandwiches—they’re also an important crop for Florida farmers and a vital food for families across our state. Recently, we sat down with Gregg Grimsley, President of Peanut Proud, to learn about […]
