Mobile food truck provides fresh, free fruits and vegetables in Progress Village

Some areas of the Tampa Bay region still struggle with food insecurity but a new partnership could help feed those in need.

Hillsborough County and Feeding Tampa Bay are partnering with a local organization to provide healthy and fresh food in Progress Village. The Grow My Giving Mobile Fresh Market truck will provide free fruits and vegetables twice a month through at least September.

"What's in my heart is just joy. Joy to see that I can partner with someone that sees my vision and make it happen," Twanda Bradley, founder of Grow My Giving Incorporated, said.

Bradley launched the organization at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, she said she lacked the funds to consistently provide support to those in need. That's why she reached out to others for support, including Commissioner Gwen Myers.

"Being with the county and Feeding Tampa Bay made a big, big difference because I didn't have any more resources," Bradley said.

Bag after bag, and not a single one was taken for granted.