NewsChildren’s Trust allocates $150K for food assistance amid SNAP benefits lapse Staff Reports Dec 15, 20253 commentsMajority of funding to go toward emergency food distribution.
Government + PoliticsAlachua County reviews SNAP and housing guidelines for religious properties Seth Johnson Dec 2, 20254 commentsCommissioners amend funding policy for food.
SponsoredThanksgiving Kicks Off the Season of Giving in Alachua County Barzella Papa Nov 25, 20251 commentThe Philanthropy Hub, powered by the Community Foundation of North Central Florida, is a searchable online database of nonprofits
Local NewsAlachua County food networks see continued demand as new initiative opens Seth Johnson Nov 21, 20251 commentCounty starts fresh food distribution with local farm.
Local LivingCelebrate 11 free Thanksgiving dinners around Alachua County Lillian Hamman Nov 19, 20250 commentsFood giveaways and traditional meals for entire community.
Local NewsBread of the Mighty expands food distribution amid SNAP shortfall Seth Johnson Nov 6, 20250 commentsAround 33,000 SNAP recipients in Alachua County.
Local NewsLargest High Springs food pantry reopens with help from community Lillian Hamman Aug 11, 20253 commentsBread of the Mighty restocks pantry after Community Foundation gives $25k grant.
Government + PoliticsGainesville considers ending fire exemption for charitable, religious entities Seth Johnson Jun 19, 202511 commentsExempted organizations could pay combined $525,000.
Local LivingBread of the Mighty, Winn-Dixie to host food distribution event Staff Reports Dec 17, 20241 commentEvent to be held at Family Church in Gainesville.
SportsBuilding beyond ‘Victorious’ Mike Dame Oct 23, 20241 commentUF’s NIL partner aims to drive success for Gators—and Gainesville
Local LivingBread of the Mighty observes Hunger Action Month with Publix in High Springs Staff Reports Sep 16, 20240 commentsFood distribution event to take place at Deeper Purpose Community Church.
Local LivingEmpty Bowls event raises food insecurity awareness Glory Reitz Sep 5, 20240 commentsBread of the Mighty provides six meals with every $1 donated.
Local LivingBread of the Mighty to host annual Empty Bowls fundraiser Staff Reports Aug 30, 20240 commentsEvent to be held at UF Hilton Conference Center in Gainesville.
Local LivingBread of the Mighty to host food distribution event in Gainesville Staff Reports Aug 8, 20240 commentsEvent to be at Fred Cone Park.
Local LivingBread of the Mighty to host food distribution event in Hawthorne Staff Reports Jul 24, 20240 commentsEvent to take place at Shell Elementary School.
Local LivingFlorida Victorious holds Chomp Out Hunger fundraiser Staff Reports Jul 23, 20241 commentFresh vegetables available to purchase through Aug. 12 to benefit Bread of the Mighty Food Bank.
FeaturedCommunity Foundation awards $195K in grants Staff Reports May 24, 20240 commentsTen recipients receive gifts on “Day of Impact.”
Local LivingBread of the Mighty to host food distribution event in Chiefland Staff Reports Apr 16, 20240 commentsEvent to take place at Chiefland Methodist Church on Friday.
NewsDowntown churches start coordinating homeless outreach with focus on hunger Seth Johnson Apr 8, 20242 commentsMultiple downtown churches began meeting in January.
Local LivingAging Matters: Food insecurity grows for area seniors Ronnie Lovler Dec 23, 20231 commentNutritional concerns make aging difficulties more complex.
Local LivingHCA North Florida Hospital meets goal to feed 50,000 for 50th anniversary Staff Reports Dec 20, 20231 commentCheck presented to Bread of the Mighty Food Bank.
NewsCommunity Foundation celebrates 25 years Glory Reitz Nov 3, 20230 commentsEvent commemorates lives, organizations changed through philanthropy.
Local LivingVoices Rising Community Chorus to celebrate 10th anniversary Staff Reports Oct 13, 20231 commentFall concert will feature songs from musicals and films.
Local LivingSteve Spurrier speaks at Empty Bowls Glory Reitz Sep 7, 20230 commentsBread of the Mighty fundraiser draws over 170 people.