Community Nutrition Education
Hunger Task Force operates a robust nutrition education program that teaches students, parents and the public about healthy eating, culturally responsive foods, cooking, gardening, shopping on a budget, physical wellness and much more. We also work to create policies, systems and environmental changes throughout our community that promote healthy lifestyles. We don’t just feed our community – we also advocate for and educate our students, seniors and families about making healthy choices!
Throughout the year, the Hunger Task Force Child Nutrition Educator travels to schools in Milwaukee County to teach nutrition education to children and teachers. Students also participate in regular field trips to the onsite McCarty Education Kitchen at the Hunger Task Force Headquarters and to the Hunger Task Force Farm, where they gain hands-on experience working in the school garden and demonstration kitchens.
Our Hunger Task Force Community Nutrition Manager and Community Nutrition Educator also work within the community to educate students, seniors and families about choosing healthy foods, cooking simple recipes and doing it all while saving money. For more information about recipes and learning opportunities or to plan a visit to The Farm or set up a cooking class, contact us at [email protected].
Our Nutrition Education Kitchens
McCarty Education Kitchen
The McCarty Education Kitchen at Hunger Task Force’s West Milwaukee headquarters was established in 2022 by the Brian A. McCarty Family Fund. Brian McCarty and his family wanted to invest in a program space that brought people from all walks of life together around healthy eating, cooking and nutrition. The McCarty Education Kitchen hosts youth nutrition education programming, cooking demonstrations, community events and more year-round.
Farm Nutrition Education Kitchen
The Hunger Task Force Farm features a Nutrition Education Kitchen where local students engage in hands-on learning to prepare healthy meals using fresh, often farm-grown ingredients. This vital resource empowers kids to make informed food choices and develop practical cooking skills for nutritious and budget-friendly eating, strategically incorporating culturally relevant recipes and fresh, budget-friendly ingredients.
Hunger Task Force MyPlate
The Hunger Task Force MyPlate is a healthy model that showcases the five main food groups as presented on a plate – fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy. MyPlate encourages people to eat healthy foods by choosing the right types and amounts of foods to eat. This assures that vulnerable children, families and seniors who rely on food from the pantries, soup kitchens and homeless shelters receive nutritious foods.
Hunger Task Force Nutrition Education Quarterly
Hunger Task Force provides nutrition education through our Nutrition Education Quarterly publication. Explore easy recipes, cooking tips, shopping guides and budget-friendly ideas to help you make healthy meals and get the whole family involved.
Healthy Families Cookbook
The Hunger Task Force “Healthy Families Cookbook” is a wonderful kitchen companion for the whole family! This cookbook provides a budget-friendly resource for students, families and school partners to cook up new dishes that make healthy choices fun and easy for kids. Packed with a variety of easy, nutritious recipes designed to delight both kids and adults, this cookbook is your gateway to creating wholesome meals that the whole family will love.
With step-by-step instructions and handy tips, even the littlest chefs can get involved in the kitchen, making mealtime a fun, interactive experience for the entire family. Say goodbye to the struggle of convincing picky eaters to enjoy their veggies because our recipes are cleverly crafted to make nutritious ingredients irresistible.
All of these recipes can be modified depending on allergies, food restrictions and family needs!
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