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Spotlight: Hunger Task Force Stories
Volunteer of the Month: Julia Danes
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.
A Federal Budget Update from Dr. Reno Wright, Public Policy & Advocacy Director
Congress narrowly passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) during the budget reconciliation process and it was signed into law on July 4, 2025. While it introduced some tax cuts and spending changes across many sectors, it also included significant changes to vital federal nutrition programs – particularly SNAP (known as FoodShare in Wisconsin) and Nutrition Education (SNAP-Ed) that provides programming for low-income children, seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and families.
Meet Lisa Karnish the Professional Behind Our Inventory and Warehouse Operations
Meet Lisa Karnish, Operations Associate Manager at Hunger Task Force, driving efficiency, inventory management and community impact at Milwaukee’s Free & Local food bank.
Marquette Baylor Has Volunteered More than 200 Hours to Support Our Free & Local Mission
Aurora Health Care’s Marquette Baylor has volunteered more than 200 hours with Hunger Task Force, helping mobilize thousands of volunteers to feed Milwaukee families.
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NourishMKE food centers offer free, fresh & culturally relevant produce
Hunger Task Force partners with NourishMKE to provide fresh, locally grown produce to Milwaukee’s food pantries. With over 70 varieties of crops grown on a 200-acre farm, this collaboration ensures access to fresh, culturally relevant food for thousands of families, fostering dignity and healthy eating choices.
Farm Fresh Produce Boosts Local Food Pantry
Discover how the House of Peace food pantry, in partnership with Hunger Task Force, offers fresh produce and staple items to community members in Milwaukee. Learn how this initiative empowers guests with healthy food options and cooking knowledge, improving health outcomes across the neighborhood.





