Amy Mutziger Champions Food For Families Through Corporate and Community Leadership

For two decades, Johnson Controls has proudly supported Hunger Task Force as the signature partner of the Food For Families campaign, making healthy food accessible to local children, families and older adults experiencing hunger. Driving this partnership forward is Amy Mutziger, Vice President and Global Controller at Johnson Controls and a dedicated member of the Hunger Task Force Board of Directors, whose commitment bridges corporate leadership with meaningful community impact.

“I first became involved with the Hunger Task Force Board of Directors around 2019,” Amy reflects. “I wanted to give back and set an example for my children, showing them that beyond daily life, work and school, we all have a responsibility to help make the world a better place.”

Raising her family in Southeastern Wisconsin reinforces her sense of responsibility. “Traveling through Milwaukee County, I see disparities in access and resources,” Amy explains. “I feel fortunate and believe it’s important to give back. I also want my children to witness these examples, to understand the challenges some families face, and to recognize the value of helping others.”

Amy’s connection to Hunger Task Force grew naturally from her professional home at Johnson Controls, where volunteering and corporate giving have long been part of the company culture. “I’ve been with Johnson Controls for 17 years, and Hunger Task Force has always been a presence,” she says. “Once I learned more about the mission, it seemed like a perfect alignment with my own values and experiences.”

With a career in accounting, Amy brings a strategic perspective to the board, serving on the Finance Committee. “I can lend my expertise in accounting policies and financial oversight, working closely with the Treasurer to support the organization,” she explains.

Amy’s contributions on the board allow her to see the organization’s growing impact from a unique lens. “Every board meeting inspires me,” she says. “Hunger Task Force isn’t just about food drives; it’s about sustainability, advocacy and creating pathways to ensure Milwaukee families have access to healthy, nutritious food in a compassionate and dignified way.”

Her prior nonprofit experience, including involvement with UW-Madison’s Accounting Advisory Board and SET Ministries, gave her early insight into systemic challenges like food deserts – areas where access to affordable, healthy food is limited. “Once I realized how many neighborhoods in Milwaukee were food deserts, the issue really resonated with me,” Amy notes. “Programs like Hunger Task Force’s Mobile Market are critical because they meet people where they are, providing access to nutritious options in a way that respects individual needs and circumstances.”

Amy also emphasizes the power of hands-on volunteer experiences. “At Johnson Controls, we host employee volunteer opportunities throughout the year,” she says. “Working alongside colleagues outside of work, energizes our team members and fosters a deeper camaraderie. Participating directly in packing Stockboxes and harvesting at The Farm develops our employees’ understanding of Hunger Task Force’s Free & Local mission. People learn about the complexities of food insecurity and the barriers local families face.”

For Amy, the rewards of board service are mutual. “I thought I would simply give my time, but I’ve found it energizing,” she says. “Every meeting, every discussion about programs and outcomes, reminds me that even my modest role on the board connects me to something much bigger than myself.”

When asked what draws her back year after year, Amy highlights Hunger Task Force’s core values. “Compassion and dignity stand out most to me,” she says. “The organization ensures people receive nutritious food that meets their needs, in a respectful way, and with long-term support in mind. That level of compassion truly embodies the mission.”

As Milwaukee’s Free & Local food bank, Hunger Task Force’s network of food pantries, meal programs and senior sites now serves more than 50,000 people each month, a 35% increase in need over the past year. “We are deeply grateful to Amy, our friends at Johnson Controls, donors, community partners and volunteers who have sustained our work for decades,” says Matt King, Hunger Task Force CEO. We’re calling on the community to follow Johnson Controls’ lead to make this the most successful Food For Families campaign yet.

Food For Families runs from October 1 – December 31, 2025.

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