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Spotlight: Hunger Task Force Stories
Arvind Gopalratnam Champions Milwaukee Bucks’ Volunteer Efforts to Feed Families in Need
Milwaukee Bucks executive Arvind Gopalratnam leads impactful volunteer efforts with Hunger Task Force, mobilizing employees to feed families and seniors across Milwaukee.
Rising Costs Highlight the Importance of Free & Local Food Support for Families
Rising costs are placing new pressure on families across Milwaukee. Through Free & Local partnerships, Hunger Task Force helps parents access nutritious food close to home—supporting stability, dignity and healthier outcomes for children.
Mark Lisowski Connects Independent Food Banks and Pantries Across Wisconsin to Expand the Free & Local Model
As Hunger Task Force’s Hunger Relief Federation Organizer, Mark Lisowski brings together independent food banks and pantries from across Wisconsin to strengthen the Free & Local model. Through statewide collaboration, advocacy and hands-on support, Mark helps ensure communities have the tools, resources and voice needed to feed neighbors with dignity.
Our Public Policy & Advocacy Director Recaps His Experience at the FRAC Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
Members of the Advocacy team at Hunger Task Force attended the Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in Washington, D.C.
News & Media
Hunger Task Force and Marieke Gouda awarded Farm to Food Bank Project Funding
“I’m honored,” says Marieke Penterman, head cheese maker and co-founder of Marieke Gouda. “This grant gave us – more than anything – hope.” In November 2021, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an award of more than $7.5 million in funding to...
Touchdowns for Hunger celebrates 19th season: Packers WR Valdes-Scantling attends virtual tailgate and Sargento presents $57,300 donation
Touchdowns for Hunger is in its 19th season and has raised more than $1.5 million to fight hunger in Wisconsin. On Tuesday, December 21, Sargento Foods Inc., in partnership with the Green Bay Packers, presented a donation to Hunger Task Force as part of the annual...
Potawatomi’s Heart of Canal Street gifts $100,000 to Hunger Task Force and other organizations
With a mission to improve the lives of children in southeastern Wisconsin, the Heart of Canal Street is Potawatomi Hotel & Casino’s signature charitable program. Since it began in 1994, over $20 million has been gifted to hundreds of local charities with a focus...
Hunger Task Force Winter 2021 Newsletter now available online
Winter 2021 Newsletter: Home 4 The Holidays Returns!Click below to check out this convenient, digital version of the Hunger Task Force Winter 2021 Newsletter! Read about Hunger Task Force's commitment to diversity and inclusion at our two FoodShare resource centers,...
Hunger Task Force Mobile Market featured nationally on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt
Hunger Task Force – and our Mobile Market partnership with Piggly Wiggly – was featured nationally on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. We are excited to share this "grocery store on wheels" model more broadly and are steadfast in our...
Sargento and Hunger Task Force Partner with the Milwaukee Brewers to raise $60,000 to feed those in need
With 258 doubles hit this season by the NL Central Division Champs, the Milwaukee Brewers™ helped the community fight hunger through the Double Helping for Hunger campaign. For every double hit by the Brewers™, Sargento Foods Inc. donated $200 to Hunger Task Force to...
Hunger Relief Federation receives support from the Tavern League of Wisconsin
This week, the Hunger Relief Federation received generous support from the Tavern League of Wisconsin (TLW). The league’s $3,185 gift will be used to provide scholarships to Federation members for the 2022 Hunger Relief Federation Conference being planned for next...
‘Summer Meals’ provides 200k+ summertime meals for children in 2021
Summertime is a peak season for childhood hunger as students go without meals they would normally receive at school. To combat summer hunger, the federal Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) provides nutritious meals to children aged 18 or younger during the summer...
Hunger Task Force Fall 2021 Newsletter now available online
Fall 2021 Newsletter: The Virtual Food Drive is Back!Click below to check out this convenient, digital version of the Hunger Task Force Fall 2021 Newsletter! Read about our bountiful harvest season at The Farm, the innovative Stockbox DoorDash program for seniors,...
Anthem Foundation announces $100,000 gift to support Hunger Task Force MyPlate program
As part of their commitment to improving lives and communities through strategic programs, the Anthem Foundation announced a $100,000 gift to support the Hunger Task Force’s MyPlate program. Hunger Task Force’s Sherrie Tussler was joined by Ted Osthelder, President –...
Hunger Task Force kicks off annual ‘Food For Families’ holiday food drive
Food For Families is Milwaukee’s most storied tradition of giving, feeding thousands of families during the holiday season. Sponsored by Johnson Controls, local businesses, schools, organizations and families host Virtual Food Drives from October 1 – December 31 to...
Hunger Task Force named finalist for True Inspiration Award grant
It’s time for the 2022 True Inspiration Awards at Chick-fil-A and Hunger Task Force is a finalist! The True Inspiration Awards™ program was created in 2015 to honor the legacy of Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy. Through these annual grants, we are proud to...
Urgent Appeal for Afghan guests in Fort McCoy
Hunger Task Force is partnering with the Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition (MMWC) to assist Afghan refugees MMWC reached out to Hunger Task Force with an urgent request to act as a drop off site for donations of clothing, food and other items to assist Afghan...
Waukesha School Board Votes To Feed All Students
Schools play a critical role in feeding children. For many students, food they receive at school makes a substantial difference in their ability to learn and safeguards their health. The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) has historically ensured that...
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.
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.