Free Food Resources During the Government Shutdown
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💜 Free Food Resources During the Government Shutdown
Many families are struggling right now due to delayed food assistance benefits.
If you or someone you know needs help, the following local partners are offering free food and essential support:
🥫 One Heart for Women and Children
What they offer: Free food pantry and thrift store for families in need.
📍 2040 N Rio Grande Ave, Orlando, FL
🕐 Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 11 AM – 3 PM
🔗 Visit Website
🥕 United Against Poverty
What they offer: Affordable groceries, crisis stabilization, job training, and family support services.
📍 150 W Michigan St, Orlando, FL 32806
🕐 Hours: Monday–Saturday | 9 AM – 6 PM
Sunday | 11 AM – 6 PM
🔗 Visit Website
🍞 The Sharing Center
What they offer: Food and household items pantry, clothing and furniture thrift stores, showers, laundry, housing guidance, workforce development, and more.
📍 600 North Highway 17-92, Suite 130, Longwood, FL 32750
🕐 Hours: Monday–Friday | 9 AM – 12 PM
🔗 Visit Website
🍎 Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
What they offer: Serves hundreds of families daily through food distribution, culinary training programs, and benefits assistance.
📍 3702 Mercy Star Ct. Building 3, Suite 130, Orlando, FL 32808
🔗 Visit Website
🌍 Food Finder Tool (for additional locations)
If none of these are close to you, you can find nearby food pantries and meal programs using the online Food Finder map:
🔗 Find Food Near You
💬 If you’re reading this and need help, please reach out. There is no shame in asking for support. We are a community, and together, we make sure no one goes hungry.