Florida Impact

Fighting poverty since 1979 🌞 We work to protect and strengthen nutrition programs which feed Florida Mobilizing Communities Against Hunger and Poverty

05/14/2026

It takes a village to empower the next generation. 🤝

Yesterday, Florida Impact and Sheeler High School GEMS Youth Advocacy Leadership Program hosted the 2026 Youth Civic Engagement Summit at the Billy Dean Community Center in Apopka. Seeing our GEMS connect with local leaders like Orange County Commissioner Mike Scott, City of Orlando Commissioner Bakari Burns, Executive Director of Equal Ground, Genesis Robinson, and Councilwoman Nadia Anderson was a reminder of why we do this work.

Thank you to all our guests for dedicating your time to inspire Apopka’s youth. And a special thank you to the incredible Isadora Dean—Apopka is better because of your heart for these kids.

Swipe to see the energy! ➡️ 📸 🧡

05/08/2026

From Florida to Washington, D.C. 🏛️✨

Last week, our team joined the ’s Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in D.C. to sharpen our strategies for protecting federal nutrition programs.

Major Highlights Included:

📚 Deep Dives: Tackling error rates, afterschool meals, and early childhood nutrition to bring fresh insights back home.

🤝🏽 Partnering for Impact: Catching up with to strengthen our collective mission.

🍊 Taking the Lead: Meeting with the offices of and to discuss the real-world impact of proposed SNAP cuts on Floridians.

We headed back to Florida fired up and even more committed than ever to protecting the policies that keep our communities fed. 🧡

05/01/2026

To every school lunch hero in Florida: Thank you for all that you do. 🧡🍎

Since today was , we and many others are celebrating the incredible food service staff who keep our students nourished and ready to learn. School meals provide more than just nutrition—they provide the focus and opportunity needed for success.

The Impact:

🍎 800,000+ students rely on school breakfast daily.

🍕 50%+ of public school students depend on free or reduced-price meals.

Let’s show our appreciation by protecting these vital programs. Reach out to your legislators and tell them you support strong school meal programs for our kids.

04/30/2026

We can’t talk about a thriving Florida without talking about how we nourish our neighbors. Our latest blog post features insights from Arely B. Lozano Cantú, Director of Health Access & Livability at Urban Health Partnerships (). In conversation with Social Media Consultant , Arely discusses why nutrition is the ultimate driver of a healthy, livable society.

Building a better future starts on the plate. 🍽️

🔗 Read the full conversation at the link in our bio.

FoodSecurity

04/29/2026

Food security isn’t just a policy goal—it’s a fundamental human right. ⚖️🍎

For our next spotlight, we’re centering Sadaf Knight, CEO of the Florida Policy Institute, on the systemic barriers facing Florida families today. As Sadaf notes, food insecurity is not an individual failing; it is the direct result of systemic issues in our economy and communities that make healthy food inaccessible for many.

From travel distances to the formidable threats facing programs like , the barriers are real—but so is our commitment to dismantling them.

Swipe through for Sadaf's insights on how the issues impacting food security in Florida. ➡️

Be sure to save this post with your community!

04/28/2026

Congratulations to our board member, Stephanie J. Brinkley, Esq., who was recently named a Top Woman in Law 2026 by Orlando Style Magazine! 🟠🟢

Stephanie is the founder of Influencing Law, a legal and business development firm built for creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the hospitality and live events space. Her philosophy? "Lawyering without ego," making corporate legal guidance accessible and useful for the communities who need it most.

Born in New York City, raised in Kissimmee, and deeply rooted right here in Central Florida, Stephanie's career is defined by advocacy, access, and empowerment. We are beyond proud to have her on our board.

Read her full feature at orlandostylemagazine.com/stephanie-j-brinkley/.

04/14/2026

Our team was honored to be in the room for the inauguration of ’s 8th President, Dr. Albert Mosley. 🎓

CEO Kim Johnson and Statewide Outreach and Advocacy Manager, Asheena Moses, enjoyed a meaningful evening celebrating this integral transition. Special thank you to the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church (), specifically Rev. Dr. Sharon Austin, Director of Connectional Ministries, and Bishop Berlin—for including us in such an important celebration.

Wishing the Bethune-Cookman University family a season of continued success! 🎉

04/07/2026

This , we’re looking at the real factors impacting food access in Florida. As , founder of , highlights: for too long, solutions were designed for communities instead of with them.

We’re proud to spotlight leaders like Roniece who are dismantling these systemic barriers. The path to health equity requires a total shift in how we view food equity and public policy—placing the community at the heart of the design.

Swipe through for Roniece’s insights on dismantling systemic barriers. ➡️

Save this post to support local advocacy and share it with your community! 🍌

03/25/2026

We are officially on the ground in Tampa! 📍

The Tampa Food Security Project has launched, and we kicked things off recently with a "Smart Snack" demonstration at Bible Truth Ministry Academy featuring healthy charcuterie boards. By turning nutrition into a hands-on charcuterie experience, we’re teaching elementary students that a balanced diet isn't just a lesson—it's a lifestyle.

We are looking forward to continuing this journey with these amazing students and empowering them with the knowledge and tools to properly care for their bodies. 🧀🍓

03/19/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT: Changes to SNAP Benefits in Florida (Effective April 20, 2026)

Big changes are coming to Florida’s SNAP program next month. As part of a new federal demonstration project with the U.S. Department of Agriculture purchasing restrictions will be implemented starting April 20th. At Florida Impact, our mission is to ensure that every family has access to healthy, affordable food. We are working closely with national advocates like the Food Research & Action Center and MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger to monitor how these changes affect our local communities.

What is changing?
Starting April 20, certain items like soda and ultra-processed snacks will no longer be eligible for SNAP purchase.

What stays the same? Many household staples—including sparkling water, granola bars, fresh produce, and freshly baked goods—remain fully eligible.

Why this matters: With roughly 74% of Florida SNAP participants living at or below the poverty line, we are committed to ensuring these policy shifts don't create new barriers to food access.

📖 : We’ve broken down the full list of changes and what they mean for your family in our latest blog post at floridaimpact.org.

Please share this post to help your neighbors stay informed! 🍊🏛️

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