Students Help Polk Seniors By Harvesting Collards And Mustards

AUBURNDALE, FL — More than 300 senior citizens throughout Polk County who were in need of nutritious food received mustard and collard greens Tuesday that was harvested by students in Auburndale High School's Future Farmers of America (FFA) program, a Polk County Public Schools District news release said.

This project was part of Meals on Wheels of Polk County. The students harvested more than 250 pounds of vegetables to donate.

Kimberly Shaske, the FFA advisor at Auburndale High, told Polk County Public Schools District that the program intends to continue its partnership with Meals on Wheels by growing spring crops that will provide additional fresh produce.

If you want to set an example of helping others like Auburndale High School students do, Meals on Wheels of Polk County has volunteer opportunities available. Visit its website to either make a donation or see how you can volunteer time to its efforts.

Patch has partnered with Feeding America to help raise awareness on behalf of the millions of Americans facing hunger. Feeding America, which supports 200 food banks across the country, estimates that in 2020, more than 50 million Americans will not have enough nutritious food to eat due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. This is a Patch social good project; Feeding America receives 100 percent of donations. Find out how you can donate in your community or find a food pantry near you.