Resources are available across southeastern Wisconsin to support those in need during the government shutdown. Among those who stand to be significantly impacted are tens of millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits.
Food Assistance
Wisconsin's Department of Health Services has provided a list of resources including food banks, food programs, Tribal Food Distribution Programs, work assistance programs, and other financial resources. You can find it HERE.
If you or someone you know needs emergency food, text MKEfood to 898-211.
Hunger Task Force - Provides free and local food distributed to emergency food sites in Milwaukee County. Find emergency food sites in Milwaukee County HERE.
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin - Distributes fresh, healthy food to over 400 pantry partners across 35 counties. Find a Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin Food Pantry HERE.
Nourish MKE -- Four food centers in Milwaukee and home delivery for those eligible. For more information, click HERE.
Impact 211 -- Helpline connecting Wisconsin residents with information on resources and assistance. Click HERE or dial 211.
Milwaukee County Senior Dining Program
Tricklebee Cafe -- A pay-what-you-can community cafe
Find a mini food pantry near you HERE
Roxz's Resources & Awareness -pet and food supply pantry
Ways to Donate
Volunteer to be a "grocery buddy" HERE
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