Orlando Shares Program

Paying it forward and helping our Orlando Community is stronger than ever with the uncertainty that we are facing due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

We are currently implementing a program that could help those who need and would like to donate directly to a cause in some way.

It's called ORLANDO SHARES and here is how it works:

"Johnny or Janice" go to a food establishment, to get a meal. They ask the server/manager/bartender if they have any credit on the Orlando Shares account. If so, they can have a meal that will fit the guidelines of that food establishment. No Alcohol included.

How does the money go to the account? Patrons can call or pre-purchase a meal for the next who needs. The establishment will take payment and keep a line of credit open to pay it forward.

*The Honor System:

An honor system or honesty system is a philosophical way of running a variety of endeavors based on trust, honor, and honesty. Something that operates under the rule of the "honor system" is usually something that does not have strictly enforced rules governing its principles.

how can i help?

Orlando continues to shine as we all help each other in whatever ways we can. If you are able to donate or volunteer, here are just a few of the amazing organizations supporting our community through this challenging time.

Second Harvest Food Bank-Providing grocery assistance, mobile meal drops, and summer feeding programs for kids

https://www.feedhopenow.org/site/Donation2?idb=0&df_id=5102&mfc_pref=T&5102.donation=form1&s_src=homebutton&s_subsrc=topnav

Servant’s Heart Ministry- Providing grocery assistance and food distribution to families, seniors, and the immune-compromised

https://www.servantsheartministry.org/support.html

Coalition for the Homeless-

https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=cfth&id=1

Additionally, they have an urgent need for hand sanitizer, thermometers, disinfectant spray/wipes, face masks, bar soap, bottled water. Please contact coalition@cflhomeless.org with any donation related questions.

Meals on Wheels/Seniors First-Opportunities to volunteer and donate to support the program are both available at the link below

https://seniorsfirstinc.org/get-involved/meals-on-wheels/

Orlando Face Mask Strong- Volunteer group producing and donating face masks for essential workers in Central Florida

https://www.facebook.com/groups/orlandofacemaskstrong/

Donate Blood: Click below to find a blood drive or blood center near you.

https://www.oneblood.org/donate-now/

Pet Alliance Pet Food Pantry: Providing pet food and supplies to families in need

https://petallianceorlando.org/feed-the-need/