Fall Reflections from CEO Matt King: Hunger Task Force Leads Bold Response to Growing Need

At Hunger Task Force, we believe bold action is required when our community faces unprecedented need. This summer, historic flooding in Milwaukee left thousands in crisis. Widespread power outages left many without the ability to feed their family. The flood also significantly damaged crops at The Farm, disrupting food production at a critical time. But in the face of hardship, something remarkable happened: our community rallied together. Volunteers, neighbors and partners stepped up to make sure families didn’t go without food.

During those same weeks, our team of advocates served a record number of people, helping thousands secure the resources they needed to put groceries on the table. Their dedication, coupled with your generosity, embodies the resilience and compassion that define Wisconsin.

Last month, we celebrated six months at our Southside Community Resource Center, a hub of connection, empowerment and service for families who need it most. This milestone is a testament to what we can achieve together.

With the federal budget bill now passed, our work pivots to shoring up resources for our local network and making sure clients have the information they need to navigate an evolving landscape of programs and services. We are committed to ensuring that federal policy changes don’t become local hardships.

As the demand for food assistance grows, Hunger Task Force is committed to leading the charge – ensuring that healthy food is accessible for every person in need. Your support, whether through giving to our Food For Families campaign, volunteering or raising your voice, makes this bold response possible.

Humbly,

Matt King
Chief Executive Officer

Hunger Task Force is Milwaukee’s Free & Local food bank and Wisconsin’s anti-hunger leader. The organization’s core values are Dignity, Justice, Equity, Compassion and Stewardship. Hunger Task Force feeds people today by providing healthy and culturally appropriate food to hungry children, families and seniors in the community absolutely free of charge. Hunger Task Force also works to end future hunger by advocating for strong public policies and nutrition programs at the local, state and federal level.