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Jon “White Feather” Greendeer Champions “Food is Our Medicine” Mission for Ho-Chunk Nation
Jon “White Feather” Greendeer, President of the Ho-Chunk Nation, champions indigenous food systems, stating, “In our culture, our food is our medicine.” His initiatives have fostered local tribal growers and strengthened partnerships like that with Hunger Task Force, enhancing food security and preserving cultural heritage amidst challenges faced by rural communities.
![Meet Our Hunger Relief Federation Member Antigo Community Food Pantry](https://www.hungertaskforce.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IMG_5484-1080x675.jpg)
Meet Our Hunger Relief Federation Member Antigo Community Food Pantry
The Antigo Food Pantry, part of the Hunger Relief Federation, has been aiding Langley County for eight years by distributing nutritious food with dignity to those in need. Focused on balanced nutrition, the pantry follows the USDA MyPlate policy, providing fresh fruits and vegetables while limiting unhealthy options. In 2024 alone, they have served over 1,181 individuals and welcomed 57 new households.
![FoodShare Advocates Are Helping College Students Enroll in FoodShare](https://www.hungertaskforce.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/college-student-foodshare-access-1080x675.jpg)
FoodShare Advocates Are Helping College Students Enroll in FoodShare
FoodShare serves as the frontline defense against hunger. At Hunger Task Force, our dedicated team of FoodShare Advocates works tirelessly to enroll eligible individuals in the program at no cost. Our advocates understand the unique challenges faced by these communities and strive to make food security accessible and affordable for all.
![Meet the New Faces of Hunger Task Force](https://www.hungertaskforce.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024.08-new-faces-carmen-baldwin-megan-torpy-9x6-1-1080x675.jpg)
Meet the New Faces of Hunger Task Force
The principal strength of Hunger Task Force is its compassionate and committed staff. As an anti-hunger organization, Hunger Task Force commits to hiring staff with an array of skills, talents and the cultural competence to best serve our diverse community. Hunger Task Force is excited to welcome Carmen and Megan to Hunger Task Force!
News & Media
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...
Hunger Task Force invests in emergency food network
Hunger Task Force and our network of partner food pantries weave together a safety net of support for local families. For the past 18 months, this network has operated resiliently through curbside, outdoor and no-contact distributions, and will continue to do so into...
Milwaukee Farmers Market Coalition Guide to Milwaukee’s 2021 Markets
SHOP for fruits, vegetables and other groceries at your local farmstand or market.SWIPE your FoodShare card at the farmers market information booth.SAVE money on fruits and vegetables with FoodShare all season long. The main goal of the Milwaukee Farmers Market...
Spring 2024 Nutrition Education Quarterly available online
Hunger Task Force doesn’t just feed people in our community – we help along their health journeys, too. Hunger Task Force offers a robust Nutrition Education Program committed to providing useful tools to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Check out this seasonal edition of our Nutrition Education Quarterly. Explore this seasonal publication for helpful tips on healthy eating, cooking skills, budget-friendly shopping and ways to fit physical activity in your day.
Hunger Task Force Shares Heart Healthy Meal with WISN 12
When stocking its 44 food pantries, Hunger Task Force uses what’s called the MyPlate model, it’s similar to the food pyramid, as a guide for helping people make good choices. “To make sure that the foods that we’re providing are healthy,” King said. “We are committed to using the kitchen as a way to teach people how to use those ingredients.” Nutrition educator Melanie Foland walked WISN 12 News’ Diana Gutierrez through the heart-healthy shrimp pasta dinner.