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Josh and Julia Gimbel Are Building a Legacy of Giving Back at the Hunger Task Force Farm
Josh and Julia Gimbel have turned family tradition into a powerful act of giving, creating lasting impact at Hunger Task Force Farm. Nearly 15 years ago, they planted 12 apple trees with their son Elijah for his mitzvah project. Today, the Gimbels continue to grow their legacy of giving back.

Laura Peracchio Champions Food Justice Through Research and Collaboration with Hunger Task Force
Dr. Laura Peracchio, consumer psychology scholar and University of Wisconsin Milwaukee professor, has leveraged her research and publications to drive Hunger Task Force’s mission. Her decade-long partnership includes pioneering studies on food wellbeing, supporting essential programs like the Mobile Market and Hunger Task Force Farm to increase access to nutritious, culturally relevant foods in Milwaukee.

Volunteer of the Month: Jean Faas
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.

Hunger Task Force Volunteers Make an Impact One Stockbox at a Time
As Hunger Task Force celebrates National Volunteer Month, we are reminded of the incredible impact volunteers have on our mission to fight hunger and build stronger communities. All of the nearly 10,000 Stockboxes our volunteers help us build each month are distributed to seniors in need of food support throughout Wisconsin.
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For low-income seniors, getting healthy food is a challenge. Hunger Task Force uses DoorDash to help.
Monthly Stockboxes from Hunger Task Force fill a crucial gap in nutrition for local seniors. Nearly 11,000 people in the Milwaukee area receive a monthly Stockbox. Those who don’t get the boxes from a DoorDash driver pick them up at senior dining sites or at subsidized senior living facilities.
Unlocking Resources, Preserving Dignity: The Crucial Role of Pantry Intake Conversations
Pantry intake interviews, though potentially uncomfortable, are crucial for understanding client needs and connecting them with vital resources like FoodShare and WIC. Effective intake practices not only alleviate immediate hunger but also empower clients and strengthen pantries in the long run.