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Edward Jones has contributed $85,000 to the Feeding Florida network on Hunger Action Day, supporting food banks statewide to combat food insecurity. Market leader David Rosendahl highlighted the need for financial literacy alongside food assistance. This donation aims to provide vital resources to families in need and enhance sustainability for local food assistance programs. Volunteers will also help distribute food at Second Harvest Food Bank in Orlando, raising awareness about hunger issues in the community.
Orlando, FL – Edward Jones has made a significant contribution to the fight against hunger in Florida by donating $85,000 to the Feeding Florida network on Hunger Action Day. This financial support aims to bolster food banks across the state, helping families who are struggling with food insecurity.
The presentation of the donation was led by David Rosendahl, a market leader for Edward Jones in Florida. This initiative seeks to address both the immediate and long-term needs of families facing hunger, ensuring that they have access to vital food resources. The funds will assist several food banks, including the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, which have been pivotal in providing meals to those in need.
In a significant effort to maximize the impact of this donation, Rosendahl pointed out that many segments of the population require not just food assistance, but also help with financial literacy and support for their everyday household needs. Programs like these, supported by donations, can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who find themselves in precarious situations.
As part of the ongoing efforts, Dan Samuels, the Director of Philanthropy at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, remarked on the importance of the donation, emphasizing that it would create a form of sustainability for food assistance programs in the region. This financial support is crucial as Second Harvest provided over 87 million meals last year, showcasing the enormous demand for services that address food scarcity.
In observance of Hunger Action Day, volunteers from Edward Jones will play a hands-on role by distributing food at the Second Harvest Food Bank in Orlando. This event aims not only to provide immediate relief but also to raise awareness regarding the growing number of individuals who are in need of food assistance.
The $85,000 donation will be distributed across different food banks within the Feeding Florida network, allowing each entity to tackle local hunger issues more effectively. With increasing rates of food insecurity affecting families throughout the state, contributions like this are essential to maintaining the stability and reach of food relief efforts.
Hunger Action Day serves as a vital reminder of the challenges many Floridians face when it comes to food access. Through collaborative efforts and public support, organizations such as Feeding Florida and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida are working diligently to meet these increasing demands and end hunger within communities.
Programs supported by such generous donations not only help ensure that families have food on their tables now but also foster a path toward sustainability, independence, and improved community health in the future. As community needs evolve, continuous support is crucial to ensure that assistance is always available for those who require it the most.
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- WFTV: Edward Jones Donates $85k to Support Florida Food Banks
- WFTV: Volunteers Join Hunger Action Day Effort
- Orlando Sentinel: Carolyn Jones Obituary
- Wikipedia: Food Insecurity
- Google Search: Hunger Action Day
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