Volusia County Food Distribution

Volusia County Enhances Food Assistance Programs with Recovery Funding and Community Partnerships

VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA - Volusia County was recently awarded Community Services Block Grant - Disaster Relief Supplemental Funding from the Florida Department of Commerce to continue supporting residents affected by Hurricane Ian. The funding is being used to expand local food assistance programs and strengthen community food security through partnerships with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and local food pantries.

Utilizing these funds, the County awarded $125,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida to support a series of food distribution events in October and November. Additionally, another $125,000 will help stock the shelves of local food pantries, churches, and other community resource centers that address food insecurity. Together, these efforts aim to strengthen food access and ensure that residents across Volusia County have reliable access to nutritious meals.

Residents are invited to visit either of the two already scheduled locations to receive a free box of perishable and nonperishable food. There are no income requirements. However, participants must provide proof of Volusia County residency, such as a driver's license or other government-issued identification.

Upcoming distributions:

• Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 11:30 a.m. until distribution is complete at the Calvary Christian Church Daytona Dream Center, 794 Old Mission Road, New Smyrna Beach
• Thursday, Nov. 6, from noon to 3 p.m. at Hope Place, 1340 Wright St., Daytona Beach

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is in the process of scheduling and hosting other food distribution events throughout the community in addition to these.

By supporting both large-scale distribution events and smaller community-based food pantries, Volusia County is helping to meet immediate needs while also reinforcing the local food network that assists families year-round.

You can also request a box of food from your local Volusia County Library at the Public Service Desk.