Our Fight Against Hunger

Authors

McKenna J. Clark, University of Central FloridaFollow
Arya Raheja, University of Central FloridaFollow
Ashley La ROsa, University of Central FloridaFollow
Jayden Daniels, University of Central FloridaFollow
Wayne Brady, University of Central FloridaFollow
Cheryl Nguyen, University of Central FloridaFollow

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Course Code

LDR

Course Number

2002

Faculty/Instructor

Dr. Haley Winston

Faculty/Instructor Email

haley@ucf.edu

About the Author

We are students in the LEAD Scholars Program at the University of Central Florida, dedicated to making a positive impact through service and leadership. This is a project where we volunteered at a nonprofit organization and gained invaluable insights into nonprofit leadership, community service, and the critical fight against food insecurity. We wanted to extend a special thank you to our community partner, Second Harvest Food Bank, for allowing us to contribute our time and talents to their incredible mission. Their commitment to alleviating hunger in Central Florida has not only provided essential support to thousands in need but has also inspired our team to understand the power of collective action. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from the passionate individuals who lead and volunteer at Second Harvest Food Bank. A special thank you to Greg Higgerson, Chief Development Officer at Second Harvest Food Bank, for taking the time to speak with us and provide invaluable insights into the organization’s mission and operations. We would also like to thank our professor, Dr. Haley Winsto, for helping to guide us through our service learning project.

Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement

This culture audit, conducted as part of the LEAD Scholars Program at the University of Central Florida, focused on volunteering with Second Harvest Food Bank, a nonprofit dedicated to alleviating hunger in Central Florida. As a group, we volunteered there on the weekends, doing activities such as sorting and repackaging food donations. These tasks supported the organization's mission of distributing food to over 870 feeding partners in seven counties. Through this hands-on service, we learned the critical role of community involvement and teamwork in addressing food insecurity. We also gained insights into the leadership styles employed at Second Harvest Food Bank. One of the most valuable takeaways from this experience was understanding the power of collective action and how each small effort contributes to a larger goal of creating a hunger-free community. This experience allowed us to not only contribute to the fight against hunger but also deepened our understanding of the vital work nonprofit organizations do and the leadership principles that drive their success.

Keywords

Food Bank; Volunteer; Fighting Hunger; LEAD Scholars

Recommended Citation

Clark, McKenna J.; Raheja, Arya; La ROsa, Ashley; Daniels, Jayden; Brady, Wayne; and Nguyen, Cheryl, "Our Fight Against Hunger" (2025). High Impact Practices Student Showcase Spring 2025. 30.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hip-2025spring/30