Hunger Task Force

Match Day 2013 kicks off on Thursday, March 14th

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On Thursday, March 14th, individuals can donate to any of the 21 participating agencies or to the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Basic Needs Fund for the 2013 "Match Day." A total of $750,000 will be available to match contributions and grow the impact of a donor’s gift.

March 14, 2013 8:49am CDT

Waukesha Expo Market offers antiques, plus a way to give back

WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A flea market, featuring antiques and collectibles took over the Waukesha Expo Market at the Waukesha County Fairgrounds Arena this weekend, March 9th and 10th.This popular treasure hunt also allowed visitors to give back.The Waukesha Expo Market offered variety -- from collectible comic books and antique oil paintings to aged ceramics and one-of-a-kind jewelry."We never know what we`re going to find and that`s the fun of it," Christine Callahan said.Christine and Arthur Callahan said the Waukesha Expo Market is one of their favorite places to find one-of-a-kind items."It`s fun to see what you can find for a reasonable price," Arthur Callahan said."Sometimes I don`t know I want it until I find it," Christine Callahan said.Whether it's an old item to spruce up a new home or a playful toy to tap into your inner child, this place helped people reminisce."Nice nostalgic feeling when you`re in here," Christine Callahan said.Beyond the tables of collectibles from 59 vendors, three boxes sat prominently, where customers could donate non-perishable food items for the Hunger Task Force.Last year, the market was one of the Hunger Task Force's biggest donors."We really want to break last year`s record and help everybody in need of that food," Jeff Herbert, owner of the Waukesha Expo Market said.This was the last show for the Waukesha Expo Market this season.

March 10, 2013 7:56pm CDT

Hunger Task Force exceeds goal of 100,000 jars of peanut butter

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hunger Task Force announced Thursday, February 28th that 101,267 jars of peanut butter have been donated, exceeding the goal of 100,000.The call went out to the public on January 3rd with notification that Hunger Task Force was facing a peanut butter shortage.

February 28, 2013 8:34pm CST

I-94 construction threatens Hunger Task Force warehouse

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Hunger Task Force helps feed thousands of people every year.

January 18, 2013 5:55pm CST

Fire departments collect peanut butter for Hunger Task Force

MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- Dozens of Milwaukee County fire departments and the Hunger Task Force are teaming up to collect 100,000 jars of peanut butter.

January 17, 2013 8:57pm CST

Golden Guernsey milk going to Hunger Task Force

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milk is a product you don't typically see on the shelves at a food pantry, but that's changing this week.

January 16, 2013 9:12pm CST

Hunger Task Force to receive leftover dairy from Golden Guernsey

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Hunger Task Force will receive leftover dairy products that were going to be disposed of after the sudden closing of the Golden Guernsey dairy plant in Waukesha.

January 15, 2013 9:02pm CST

Hunger Task Force asking for peanut butter donations

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It's a household staple packed with protein, but it's the one thing a local food bank desperately needs.

January 11, 2013 3:58pm CST

Hunger Task Force in need of peanut butter donations

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Hunger Task Force is in danger of having to take peanut butter off their network’s menu so they are reaching out to the public in efforts to raise 100,000 jars.

January 9, 2013 8:35pm CST

Hunger Task Force volunteers stuff bins with Thanksgiving food for the needy

MILWAUKEE -- The Hunger Task Force is set to feed nearly 1,000 families during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

November 18, 2012 8:47pm CST

Milwaukee mayor declares Oct. 1 “Food for Families” Day

MILWAUKEE -- Thanksgiving and Christmas might be weeks and months away, but the holidays will be approaching quickly.

October 1, 2012 10:08pm CDT

Packers, Sargento again team up for "Touchdowns for Charity"

GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers and Sargento have teamed up again for their 10th season supporting “Touchdowns for Charity,” a program that helps alleviate hunger in Wisconsin through contributions to the Hunger Task Force in Milwaukee and Paul’s Pantry in Green Bay.

September 9, 2012 2:03pm CDT