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Our guidelines for quality and quantity of distributed food
 Allocating FoodAt Hunger Task Force, we allocate food to each food pantry or meal program based upon the number of people served. These service statistics are entered into an allocation formula, which assures program coordinators of a base supply of the foods necessary to serve their clientele. Individual programs use established menus to provide choices across food categories to satisfy the specific demands of their own program and the people they serve. Food is categorized according to the USDA’s Food Guide Pyramid. Packing Considerations Hunger Task Force requires that all congregate meal sites provide a nutritious meal and that all pantries provide a variety of healthy foods based upon household size. All pantries are trained, and are later required, to assure that the amount, type and variety of foods they distribute will satisfy the emergency needs of a household for minimally 2-3 days, or more optimally, 3-5 days. To the extent practical, this supply should also support the individual circumstances of each household, including the availability of cooking facilities. Finally, the dietary restrictions of all households should be considered, since medical conditions, religion, culture and preference all affect what people can and will eat. Our goal is two-fold: to help in a competent way, and to reduce the waste of food. Packing a Food Pantry Bag Download a .pdf file of packing guidelines. Special Food Needs Hunger Task Force is senstive to the fact that many pantry visitors may have special food needs relative to their culture, age or nutritional requirements. We attempt to provide food specific to the special needs of pantry visitors. These can include infant formula, culturally appropriate foods and when possible, offering clients the opportunity to choose what types of food they receive, selecting for example a can of green beans over a can of corn if that is their preference. These programs are called "client choice."  Infant Needs ProgramsSpecially trained pantries provide emergency formula to individuals who need assistance feeding their infants and children beyond the support provided by WIC. Ffor more information, visit www.milwaukeecountywic.com. Programs accept walk-ins and referrals from 2-1-1. There are 19 programs throughout the county, covering most Zip codes. Formula and funds used to purchase formula come from generous donations. The infant needs programs collaborate with their local WIC clinic and make appropriate refferals when needed. |
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 (414) 777-0483Hunger Task Force, Inc. | 201 S. Hawley Court Milwaukee, WI 53214 | Fax: (414) 777-0480 |
Hunger Task Force is a private, non-profit community organization that exists to prevent and alleviate hunger. |