November FoodShare Benefits Delayed!

Due to the federal government shutdown, November FoodShare benefits for current members will be delayed until futher notice.

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FoodShare Benefits

November FoodShare Benefits Delayed!

Due to the federal government shutdown, November FoodShare benefits for current members will be delayed until further notice.

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Spotlight: Hunger Task Force Stories

Volunteer(s) of the Month: John & Kim Goelz

Volunteer(s) of the Month: John & Kim Goelz

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.

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Partner of the Month: McGovern Park Senior Center

Partner of the Month: McGovern Park Senior Center

Hunger Task Force is proud to name McGovern Park Senior Center our Partner of the Month for February 2025. This collaboration offers nutritious food options through programs like Stockbox and Mobile Market, along with social activities and a welcoming environment.

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The Black Panthers, Joe Ellwanger and the founding of the Hunger Task Force

In Milwaukee, Joe Ellwanger, a former civil rights leader, was approached by the Panthers to host a school breakfast program at his church. Ellwanger and others formed Citizens for Central City School Breakfast Program, which achieved its goal. The group later became Hunger Task Force, a major Wisconsin anti-hunger nonprofit.

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Hunger Task Force Spring 2024 Newsletter now available online

Click to explore this convenient, digital version of the Hunger Task Force Spring 2024 Newsletter! Read about new culturally familiar foods at The Farm, a conversation with Sherrie Tussler and incoming CEO Matt King, Milwaukee’s unique downtown meal site, how we’re providing seniors dignified access to healthy food and more!

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