Hunger Relief Programs in Southwestern Wisconsin
Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin collects tens of millions of pounds of food each year, which is then distributed to neighbors facing hunger across southern Wisconsin through our network of hunger-relief partners and programs. On this page, we outline some of the key ways we are able to provide food to our community.
Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin participates in TEFAP (The Emergency Food Assistance Program), a federal funded food program administered through the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services. Click here to learn more.
Agency Partners
Second Harvest distributes food to a committed network of over 300 community partners such as food pantries, residential programs, meal sites, community centers, schools, healthcare organizations, and youth sites in 16 counties throughout Southwestern Wisconsin.
Mobile Food Pantry Program
Second Harvest launched the Mobile Pantry program to strategically supplement local food resources, food pantries, shelters, and meal sites. Mobile Pantries operate on a scheduled, recurring basis in coordination with a local community partner.
Community Cooks Program
Second Harvest partners with community members across our 16 counties to support culturally meaningful cooking classes and demonstrations. This program is in its pilot phase, taking place at current youth program sites. This provides an opportunity for folx – particularly those with historically marginalized identities – that are passionate about cooking to share their unique experiences, skills, and knowledge around food while providing resources directly to community.
Youth and Family Initiatives
Second Harvest coordinates a variety of youth programs including in-school food pantries, Kids Cafes, backpack programs, and snack and meal programs.
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Ceri Jenkins
Director of Partnerships and Community Impact