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! --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1983070

GARDENING (On-going) Join us in increasing access to healthy food by filling new seed trays, pruning the plants, weeding beds, harvesting ready food, tending to seedlings, and transferring mature seedlings into available bed spaces, as well as working the compost pile. Location: Harvest Hope Community Garden (13704 North 20th Street · Tampa, FL 33613) Estimated Duration: 2 hours Availability: Every Friday | 9:30am-11:30am --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1982359

*IMPORTANT: TRANSPORTATION CANNOT BE GUARANTEED*Have a interest for gardening or want to try something new? Join us at the community garden in Ybor.Rotaract, with WellBuilt City, helped create this community garden from scratch in 2022 in one of the most needed zip codes.Tasks: -Maintaining the garden -Help with planting and fertilizing the plantsBe prepared to get dirty!Pleasure be sure to have: -Closed toed shoes -Dress for the weather -WaterIf you have any questions contact Service Chair Christian at cgrippaldi@usf.edu. For questions the day of, contact Jessica Brenner at jeccabrerr@gmail.com or 702-809-7505If you are in need of a ride, please reach out to the GroupMe at least 3 days in advance. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1982638

Hey Bulls! Join us at WellFed community food pantry in conjunction with UACDC! We will be distributing free, nutritious food to those in need in the community.IMPORTANT: Please sign up through: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4eadaa2ba2fec70-harvest#/ (signing up for this event will automatically redirect you here) This event will be at Harvest Hope Park (13704 N 20th St Tampa, FL, 33613), about a 5 minute drive away from campus every Friday from 9am-11am. The Red Line at Bullrunner goes close to this park, just across the street.If you have any questions beforehand contact service chair Christian at cgrippaldi@usf.edu --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1982520

Join us for a spooktacular night of thrills and chills at our annual Halloween-themed Bulls Nite Out! Enjoy a fright-filled evening packed with games, treats, costume contests, creepy crafts, and more. Come in costume, bring your friends, and get ready for a hauntingly good time! --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1982343

The Bay Chapel Food Pantry is open every Saturday from 9:30 am - 11:30 am. We are located at 19911 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33647 (in front of Tampa Bay Presbyterian Church). Volunteers should arrive at 8:30 am to assist with preparation. --- Event Details: https://bullsconnect.usf.edu/rsvp?id=1982144