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Hunger Task Force Hosts Summer Meals Kickoff at Stark Playfield on June 25
Hunger Task Force, alongside key local partners, will kick off the Milwaukee Summer Meals Program at Stark Playfield. This summer, kids and teens (18 and under) are invited to visit one of 180 sites throughout Milwaukee County for nutritious and delicious summer meals.
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 this seasonal edition of our Nutrition Education Quarterly. Explore this seasonal publication for helpful tips on healthy eating, cooking skills, budget-friendly shopping and ways to fit physical activity in your day.
Hunger Task Force Summer 2025 Newsletter
Click to explore this convenient, digital version of the newest Hunger Task Force Newsletter! Read about Hunger Task Force’s work advocating for local families, our work at The Farm, updates from our food bank and more information on ways you can support our efforts to end hunger for our neighbors in need.
Hunger Task Force Welcomes Two Summer Meals Interns
Hunger Task Force is excited to welcome two summer meals interns – Nina and Mara– as they assist Hunger Task Force in our mission to end hunger in Milwaukee.
Delivering with Purpose: How Hunger Task Force Optimizes Delivery Routes for Efficiency and Sustainability
At Hunger Task Force, every mile matters because every mile represents meals delivered, communities served and resources stewarded responsibly.
Meet This Season’s Farm Hands Helping Hunger Task Force Grow Fresh, Culturally Responsive Produce
Meet the 2025 Farm Hands who work alongside our full-time farm staff and volunteers to grow over half a million pounds of fruits and vegetables that are the primary source of fresh produce distributed through our food bank to our network of local pantries, meal programs and shelters across Milwaukee County.
Hunger Task Force Hosts Public Distribution of Senior Farmers’ Market Vouchers
Hunger Task Force staff and volunteers will register Milwaukee-area low-income seniors up for the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and distribute $25 in vouchers to each participant. The vouchers can be exchanged for healthy foods at farmers’ markets and community supported agriculture programs this summer to improve access to healthy foods for low-income seniors.
Hunger Task Force and Hadley Terrace Senior Apartments Have Partnered to Support Milwaukee Seniors with Stockboxes Since 2003
Hunger Task Force has partnered with Hadley Terrace Senior Apartments since 2003 to distribute free Stockboxes—monthly boxes of healthy food—to low-income seniors in Milwaukee.
The Jewish Community Pantry and Hunger Task Force Have Partnered to Stop Summer Hunger Together Since 1993
Since 1993, Hunger Task Force and the Jewish Community Pantry have partnered to stop summer hunger in Milwaukee, providing healthy, free food to children, families and seniors—especially when school meals are unavailable.
The Impact of Free Summer Meals and the Milwaukee Model
Hunger Task Force’s Milwaukee Model is a nationally recognized approach to fighting summer hunger. Learn how local partners, federal programs and donors work together to feed kids when school is out.
Insights from our Chief Strategy Officer After Attending the Food As Medicine Conference
Hunger Task Force joined national leaders at the Food is Medicine Summit in Chicago to explore innovations in nutrition security, food delivery and health-focused hunger relief programs..
Volunteer of the Month: Sue Smith
Each month Hunger Task Force is honored to recognize an individual or group who go above and beyond in their service to the organization. From food sorting and building healthy food boxes for seniors to helping individuals shop the Mobile Market and harvesting at The Farm, volunteers help Hunger Task Force feed people today and support our work in ending future hunger.
Angela Loberg Champions Youth Nutrition Education and the Mission of the Hunger Task Force Farm
Angela Loberg, Executive Director of UnitedHealthcare of Wisconsin, champions youth nutrition education through her ongoing support of Hunger Task Force’s Garden to Plate program. Her leadership and advocacy help bring hands-on learning and healthy food to local children.
The FOOD Pantry Serving Waukesha County Has Been Advocating for Federal Nutrition Programs Since Joining the Hunger Relief Federation in 2016
The FOOD Pantry Serving Waukesha County, a member of the Hunger Relief Federation since 2016, is dedicated to fighting local hunger at its food pantry and advocating for federal nutrition programs that support hungry seniors and families.
Meet the New Faces of Hunger Task Force
The principal strength of Hunger Task Force is its compassionate and committed staff. As an anti-hunger organization, Hunger Task Force commits to hiring staff with an array of skills, talents and the cultural competence to best serve our diverse community.
Hunger Task Force Farm keeps families fed despite federal funding cuts
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 dedicated to feeding southeast Wisconsin’s most vulnerable.
Partner of the Month: Milwaukee Recreation
Milwaukee Recreation, a department of MPS, is our Partner of the Month! They go beyond programs to fight hunger, providing vital healthy food access for children and seniors.
Our Community Nutrition Manager Recaps Her Experience attending the Minnesota SNAP-Ed Conference
Earlier this month, Carmen Baldwin, NDTR, Community Nutrition Manager at Hunger Task Force, attended the Minnesota SNAP-Ed Conference that brought together local Midwest educators, program leaders and community advocates from across the region.
Daniel Riff Has Worked with Hunger Task Force for Four Years to Ensure the Stockbox DoorDash Program Benefits Thousands of Seniors Monthly
Daniel Riff and Hunger Task Force have partnered with DoorDash to deliver free, nutritious Stockboxes to nearly 2,000 low-income seniors each month—expanding access to food with dignity and convenience.
DC Lobby Day Had Hunger Task Force Team Members on Capitol Hill to Advocate for Food Assistance Programs
Hunger Task Force leaders joined national advocates on Capitol Hill to push for stronger food assistance programs, meeting with Wisconsin lawmakers to protect FoodShare, CSFP, and TEFAP funding.
Four Hunger Task Force Team Members Attended the Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
Hunger Task Force leaders attended the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in Washington, D.C., joining advocates nationwide to protect SNAP and strengthen anti-hunger efforts.
Hunger Task Force Advocacy Director Pushes for Food Security Funding at Wisconsin Budget Session
Hunger Task Force advocates for stronger food security programs, amplifying voices and fighting hunger across Wisconsin. By working with elected officials, government agencies and citizen advocates, we strengthen critical food programs like FoodShare, WIC, and school meals.
Meet our Farm Team Cultivating Crops and Healthy Habits
Meet the 2025 Hunger Task Force Farm team that will welcome nearly 5,000 volunteers and more than 200 students to the Farm this growing season.
Food box program brings a taste of Indigenous culture to tribal elders in Milwaukee
Hunger Task Force’s Tribal Elder Traditional Food Box program delivers Indigenous foods to 815 tribal elders in Milwaukee, helping families reclaim culture and support Native producers.
Growing US consumption of ultra-processed foods raises concerns about health harms
Hunger Task Force’s Mobile Market delivers fresh, affordable food to Milwaukee neighborhoods, offering a solution as ultra-processed food consumption fuels rising health risks nationwide.
Zach Lueck Ensures Wisconsin Seniors Receive Healthy Food Obtained with Dignity
Site Developer Zach Lueck works diligently to ensure all of Hunger Task Force’s allotted Stockboxes are distributed monthly to qualifying seniors.
We’re Incredibly Thankful for Our Volunteers on The Hunger Task Force Farm
April marks both Earth Month and National Volunteer Month, making it the perfect time to recognize the generous volunteers who power the Hunger Task Force Farm—and our shared commitment to sustainable agriculture and community service.
Hunger Task Force Spring 2025 Newsletter
Click to explore this convenient, digital version of the newest Hunger Task Force Newsletter! Read about Hunger Task Force’s work advocating for local families, our work at The Farm, updates from our food bank and more information on ways you can support our efforts to end hunger for our neighbors in need.
Farming with the Future in Mind: The Benefits of Roller Crimping at The Farm
At the Hunger Task Force Farm, we’re piloting a second roller crimping field trial—an eco-friendly method that uses rye cover crops, natural mulch, and strip tilling to grow healthy, nutrient-dense food while building stronger soil.
Spring Reflections from CEO Matt King Supporting Families and Ending Hunger
In this spring message from our CEO, we reflect on renewal and resilience at The Farm and beyond. While fresh seeds are being planted, federal threats to vital nutrition programs pose serious challenges for families across Wisconsin. Learn how your support sustains our mission and why your voice matters now more than ever.
How One Milwaukee Food Bank Is Handling the Drop in USDA Funding
Matt King, CEO of Hunger Task Force, discusses the challenges of meeting food needs in his city after two rounds of federal funding cuts in March.
The Impact and the Experience Volunteering on our Mobile Market
Volunteering on the Mobile Market offers direct, face-to-face service, which not all volunteer opportunities at Hunger Task Force provide.
Spring Into Healthy Eating: Fresh, Seasonal and Budget-Friendly Tips
Discover simple, healthy eating tips for spring with seasonal fruits and veggies. Learn how to save money, support local farmers and enjoy a MyPlate-friendly Strawberry Spinach Salad.
Nick Fallucca Blends Family Tradition and a Corporate Partnership to Feed Milwaukee Families
Nick Fallucca of Palermo’s Pizza helps fight hunger in Milwaukee through generous support and a deep-rooted commitment to community.
For 30+ Years St. Vincent de Paul Meal Programs and Hunger Task Force Have Provided Healthy, Warm Meals for Those in Need
For over 30 years, Hunger Task Force and St. Vincent de Paul Meal Programs have partnered to fight hunger in Milwaukee—serving culturally responsive, nutritious meals to thousands in need. In 2024 alone, over 60,000 meals were served.