Letter from the President and CEO

The holidays are fast approaching, bringing joy and celebration to many families across Eastern Wisconsin. But for too many of our neighbors, this season will also bring increased stress and anxiety about putting food on the table.

The ongoing high cost of food continues to strain family budgets. On top of that, government funding cuts have impacted programs that many people rely on — shrinking the safety net for families in need. This means that more families will need help providing nutritious meals during what should be a joyous season.

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"Places Like This Are a Godsend"

Places like this are a godsend,” Daryle says of the food pantry in Oshkosh that you help make possible. “It helps stretch out the food stamps.”

Now retired, Daryle has been coming to the Oshkosh Area Community Food Pantry for food since his children were small. Although he receives disability benefits in addition to food stamps, these days it’s simply not enough to make ends meet.

“You go to the store and buy two days’ groceries, and it’s like 150 bucks … especially when you’ve got teenagers,” he explains.

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They Put Your Giving Spirit To Work

Meet Gigi and Yolanda, two caring people who put your generosity into action.

At the UMOS food pantry in Milwaukee, the pair work tirelessly to ensure people facing hunger in their community get the food they need.

Together, they have more than half a century on the job. Gigi, currently a resource supervisor, has been with the organization for nearly 36 years — working her way up from her humble beginnings as a receptionist. Yolanda, the pantry coordinator, has dedicated 25 years to providing food for those in need.

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"It's My Biggest Support System"

Nina’s life changed suddenly — and in two major ways.

She had just discovered that she was expecting a baby. Right around the same time, her husband left her.

Just like that, with a baby on the way, Nina was facing the overwhelming challenge of supporting herself, her 15-year-old son, and her 22-year-old brother, who lives with a learning disability — all on the income she earns as a certified nursing assistant.

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