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Meet Johnny

Oct 17, 2024

Meet Johnny

The youngest of four children, Johnny grew up in a subsidized housing project in Orlando. His parents weren’t around ...
New opportunities for Elvin

Oct 17, 2024

New opportunities for Elvin

Elvin loves to be around people. In his hometown of Ponce, Puerto Rico, he worked in hospitality for 20 years. But “I...
Celebrating Culinary Training Success

Oct 17, 2024

Celebrating Culinary Training Success

A Reason to Celebrate! Graduation day is one of the best days at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. It ma...
Meet Paul

Oct 17, 2024

Meet Paul

P is for Persistence. It took three tries for Paul to complete Second Harvest’s Culinary Training Program.
Meet LeMorris

Oct 17, 2024

Meet LeMorris

He spent much of his adult life working for a lawn care service, but cooking is in his blood. His grandfather ran a smokehouse and his father cooked in the Air Force.
Aaron Sanchez's Three Essential Tools to Succeed

Oct 17, 2024

Aaron Sanchez's Three Essential Tools to Succeed

“There are three essential tools to succeed in this industry,” explained Sanchez. “You need a mentor, structure and accountability – both for your actions and for being part of a team.”
Meet Johima

Oct 17, 2024

Meet Johima

“It’s been very hard work, but it feels good at the same time,” she says. “I go to work every day and do whatever it takes.”
Meet Rachel

Oct 17, 2024

Meet Rachel

“I’ve never been so blessed to have an opportunity like this program,” said Rachel. “What the future holds is unknown, but the sky is the limit.”
Meet Antonio

Oct 17, 2024

Meet Antonio

Antonio is passionate about two things: cooking and children.
Meet Sofi

Oct 17, 2024

Meet Sofi

"This program has been a catalyst for the well-being of my family," said Sofi. "I feel like I can do anything. Thank you."
Meet Rachelle

Oct 17, 2024

Meet Rachelle

"I've never finished what I started before. I’ve always given up on myself when things got tough," explained Rachelle. "This time it's different."
Sweet Success

Oct 17, 2024

Sweet Success

"I learn something new every day. That's what I love most about working in pastry."
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