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A Federal Budget Update from Dr. Reno Wright, Public Policy & Advocacy Director
Congress narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) during the budget reconciliation process and it was signed into law on July 4, 2025. While it introduced some tax cuts and spending changes across many sectors, it also included significant changes to vital federal nutrition programs – particularly SNAP (known as FoodShare in Wisconsin) and Nutrition Education (SNAP-Ed) that provides programming for low-income children, seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and families.
Meet Lisa Karnish the Professional Behind Our Inventory and Warehouse Operations
Meet Lisa Karnish, Operations Associate Manager at Hunger Task Force, driving efficiency, inventory management and community impact at Milwaukee’s Free & Local food bank.
Meet Hunger Relief Federation Member Moe’s Kitchen and Food Pantry
Meet Moe’s Kitchen and Food Pantry, a proud member of the Hunger Relief Federation since 2021. Based in Pembine, Wisconsin, the pantry has grown from serving 20 households to more than 75 each month, providing healthy food boxes and personalized support to neighbors in need.
A Federal Budget Update from Dr. Reno Wright, Public Policy & Advocacy Director
Congress narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) during the budget reconciliation process and it was signed into law on July 4, 2025. While it introduced some tax cuts and spending changes across many sectors, it also included significant changes to vital federal nutrition programs – particularly SNAP (known as FoodShare in Wisconsin) and Nutrition Education (SNAP-Ed) that provides programming for low-income children, seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and families.
News & Media
Artists Wanted! Seeking submissions for 2025 Holiday Card program
The Hunger Task Force annual Holiday Card program is a festive tradition – every card sent and received helps put food on the table for local families, children and seniors. Each year, nearly 13,000 cards are purchased, spreading an artist’s work far and wide in...
Sal Frelick to Join Sargento and Hunger Task Force to Fight Summer Hunger in Milwaukee
MEDIA ALERT Media RSVP to [email protected], 414-750-8323 ------------------------------------------------- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025 SAL FRELICK TO JOIN SARGENTO AND HUNGER TASK FORCE TO FIGHT SUMMER HUNGER IN MILWAUKEE Executive...
Leadership Q&A with Matt King, CEO of Hunger Task Force
BizTimes Milwaukee: How do you foster a mission and value-based workplace culture? King: “A clear and compelling mission has the power to awaken passion and commitment in people. It creates a shared sense of purpose that guides not only what we do, but how we show up...
Hunger Task Force’s summer meals program provides Milwaukee youth with free, healthy food — no registration, just show up
By: Mia Thurow, Milwaukee Journal SentinelThe hot mid-morning sun beamed down on children stomping around a splash pad, a group of boys kicking around a soccer ball and dozens of adults competing in recreational softball games. A typical summer day in Milwaukee at...
Hunger Task Force Provides Free Summer Meals Program
By: Ben Slowey, Shepherd ExpressWith school being out during the summer, children and families are at higher risk of going hungry this time of year. Many children rely on school lunch to have access to healthy, fulfilling meals. With school being out during the...
Hunger Task Force Hosts Summer Meals Kickoff at Stark Playfield on June 25
MEDIA ALERT Contact: Kate Kazan, Communications & PR Manager, [email protected] Hunger Task Force Hosts Summer Meals Kickoff at Stark Playfield on June 25th Press conference will mark the beginning of free meal...
Summer 2025 Nutrition Education Quarterly available online
Hunger Task Force doesn't just feed people in our community – we help along their health journeys, too. Hunger Task Force offers a robust Nutrition Education Program committed to providing useful tools to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Check out the newest edition of...
Hunger Task Force Summer 2025 Newsletter
Summer 2025 Newsletter Click to explore this convenient, digital version of the latest Hunger Task Force Newsletter! Read about Hunger Task Force’s work promoting nutrition programs that support local communities, how our Farm Team is growing more and growing better...
Hunger Task Force Hosts Public Distribution of Senior Farmers’ Market Vouchers
MEDIA ALERT Contact: Kate Kazan, Communications & PR Manager, [email protected] Hunger Task Force Hosts Public Distribution of Senior Farmers’ Market Vouchers Low-income seniors in Milwaukee County can register and receive their $25 vouchers onsite...
Hunger Task Force Farm keeps families fed despite federal funding cuts
By: Mallory Anderson, WISN 12FRANKLIN, Wis. — The Hunger Task Force Farm in Franklin is kicking off their growing season, determined to help those in need despite federal funding cuts against food programs. In a quiet, rural part of Franklin, Wisconsin lies 200 acres...
Food box program brings a taste of Indigenous culture to tribal elders in Milwaukee
By: Frank Vaisvilas, Milwaukee Journal SentinelTrisha Patton is happy to see tribal elders' faces brighten up when they receive boxes of Indigenous foods. They might not have had the food for decades, since leaving a reservation. “It’s going back to those culturally...
Growing US consumption of ultra-processed foods raises concerns about health harms
By: Sophia Meador, The Nation's HealthIn the past three decades, rates of Type 2 diabetes, hypertension and other chronic diseases have surged. There are multiple reasons for the increases, but one possible contributor is especially concerning to nutritionists: growth...
Hunger Task Force Spring 2025 Newsletter
Spring 2025 Newsletter Click to explore this convenient, digital version of the Hunger Task Force Spring 2025 Newsletter! Read about Hunger Task Force’s work promoting nutrition programs that support local communities, our support of Indigenous families with...
How One Milwaukee Food Bank Is Handling the Drop in USDA Funding
By: Brian Calvert, Civil EatsFor months, Matt King kept an eye on federal food aid policies. He also stayed in constant contact with Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services, which, among other things, manages food disbursements from the U.S. Department of...
Artists Wanted! Seeking submissions for 2025 Holiday Card program
The Hunger Task Force annual Holiday Card program is a festive tradition – every card sent and received helps put food on the table for local families, children and seniors. Hunger Task Force is looking for creative, festive, secular designs that focus on togetherness, connectivity and winter traditions.
Sal Frelick to Join Sargento and Hunger Task Force to Fight Summer Hunger in Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Brewers and Sargento are proud to team up with Hunger Task Force for Summer Sizzle, a part of the Sargento Double Helping for Hunger campaign, on Thursday, August 14.