Bulls Service Break: Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida

Trip Name: From Shelf to Service: Fighting Hunger in Central Florida
Dates: October 24–25, 2025
Partner: Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
Theme: Food Justice & Hunger Relief
Who Can Join: Open to all USF students
Cost: $40. Includes transportation, lodging, food, educational and training materials, and experiences.

Purpose:
This Bulls Service Break experience will immerse students in the full cycle of food insecurity response — from education and service to distribution and impact. Students will engage with the systemic challenges of hunger, gain insight into food bank operations, and directly serve individuals and families in need in the Central Florida community.

Learning Outcomes
By participating in this trip, students will be able to:

Understand the root causes and scale of food insecurity in Central Florida through a guided educational tour.

Describe the operational model of a regional food bank, including food sourcing, sorting, and logistics.

Contribute to hunger relief efforts through hands-on donation sorting and food packing activities.

Reflect on the impact of community partnerships by assisting in a food distribution event alongside local feeding partners.

Connect civic engagement to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 2: Zero Hunger and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.

Don't miss this opportunity to make a lasting difference! Learn more at usf.edu/clce. Spaces are limited, so sign up now and be part of something bigger. Together, we can bring hope and change to our community!

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