Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County

Thank you to Link Logistics for the very impactful gift and for sharing in our mission to provide dignified, equitable and consistent access to nutritious food to Orange County. Their impactful donation directly funded Second Harvest’s new 53’ Dry Van Trailer. #WeFeedOC #SecondHarvestOC

The rate of food insecurity in Orange County was 10.4% in 2022. While the rate of food insecurity in OC is lower than California's 12.6%, the year over year increase in food insecure individuals is higher in OC than statewide. The rate of food insecure individuals in OC increased by 23.6% in 2022 while the rate of food insecure individuals in the state of CA increased by 18.8%. Want to learn more about food insecurity issues and how you can advocate on behalf of the Food Bank? Sign up to be a part of our Engagement Network! https://lnkd.in/geuSZT7g We are here for all who need food! At Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, we envision an Orange County with food and nutritional security for all. #WeFeedOC

On September 19, we had the privilege of attending the ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of The Stand - Golden West College's new location of its Basic Needs Center. Our CEO, Claudia Bonilla Keller was the keynote speaker at the event. “We live in one of the most affluent counties in one of the richest states in arguably the richest nation in the history of the world…and one in 10 people at some point in the year doesn’t know where their next meal is coming from,” said Claudia Bonilla Keller. “I love the name The Stand because you all have taken a stand for your students. Please know that Second Harvest will stand with you here. We are proud to stand with you and you can count on us.” We are proud to supply food to college pantries and help ensure that the future leaders of our world have dignified, equitable and consistent access to nutritious food. To learn more about the ribbon cutting ceremony and Golden West College's Basic Needs Center, check out the stories in our bio. #WeFeedOC #SecondHarvestOC

In Orange County, one in 10 individuals is food insecure. Thanks to your help, we raised more than $65,000 through the Walmart and Sam's Club Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign with Feeding America. We are so grateful for our community and store associates who helped spread the word. #FightHunger #WeFeedOC Shop at Walmart.com or in the app? Spark Good by rounding up your purchase total to the nearest dollar at checkout and select Second Harvest to receive the donated change.

Thank you to Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation for the very impactful gift and for sharing in our mission to provide dignified, equitable and consistent access to nutritious food to Orange County. This donation goes directly towards funding our Mobile School Pantry program which offers local families access to farmer’s market-style food distributions conveniently located in their neighborhood and oftentimes at their child’s school! To date, 22.6 million pounds of food have been distributed through this impactful program. #WeFeedOC #SecondHarvestOC #BrightJoy

A big thank you to Senator Tom Umberg and staff for visiting our Distribution Center last week. Senator Umberg represents California's 34th Senate District, which includes most of Santa Ana, Anaheim, Placentia, Fullerton, Buena Park, La Habra, and the west side of Orange. Last year, Second Harvest distributed over 11 million pounds of food to this Senate District alone! Thank you to our elected officials for their partnership and support in our work to end food insecurity in Orange County. #WeFeedOC #SecondHarvestOC

??? Newport Rib Company is celebrating 40 years of delicious BBQ, and they’re giving back in a big way! From October 1 to 20, you can support Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County when you dine in or takeout. Select Second Harvest as your charity of choice and 20% of your purchase will go towards helping us provide nutritious food to those who need it most in our OC community. Friday 10/18 is Second Harvest’s spotlight day! Come by to meet and dine with other Second Harvest supporters and let your server know that you’re supporting the Food Bank. Mark your calendars and make your meal count!?? #WeFeedOC #SecondHarvestOC

As #HungerActionMonth wraps up, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who took action to make a difference in our community!?? We hope support for our Orange County neighbors continues beyond this month. There are year-round opportunities to help those facing food insecurity. Visit https://heyor.ca/pZk6y0 to find out how you can stay involved. #WeFeedOC #HAM #SecondHarvestOC

This #HungerActionMonth, Disneyland Resort donated $100,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank. This extraordinary donation shows Disneyland's dedication to raising awareness about food insecurity in Orange County and their continued vital work in our community. “Without the support we receive from generous donors like Disneyland Resort, we couldn’t provide the 35 million pounds of food that we deliver to our Orange County neighbors in need each year," said Claudia Bonilla Keller, CEO of Second Harvest. "Thank you, Disneyland Resort, for helping us work toward our vision of an Orange County with food and nutritional security for all.” #WeFeedOC #HAM #SecondHarvestOC

It’s been so great seeing the community come together in support of #HungerActionMonth! We’ve been especially thrilled to see several iconic OC landmarks light up orange for #HAM and all 34 Orange County City Councils officially declaring September as Hunger Action Month in their cities. Thank you to all of our community and civic partners for your support! Let’s keep the momentum going as we work together to raise awareness of food and nutritional insecurity here in Orange County. YOU can still Take Action: https://lnkd.in/gyVzWnYu @cityofirvine City Hall clock tower Tom's Truck Center Orange County sign @cityofsealbeach City Hall courtyard @cityofsantaana water tower Irvine Spectrum Center @angels-baseball Big A #WeFeedOC #SecondHarvestOC