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Information about Emergency Food Resources:
Summer Food Resources 2025.docxFoodshare-Weather.pdfSalvation Army Summer Meal Information 2025.pdfNew Hunger Task Force Location 2025.pptxWarming Resources.pdfThe Milwaukee Community Fridge is open again! It is located right outside of Tandem restaurant (which is right across from Johnson park on Fond Du Lac Ave). The actual address is 1848 West Fondulac Avenue. The fridge is regularly stocked (multiple times per week) with healthy fruits, veggies, and dairy products and the pantry is also stocked with shelf stable ingredients! This is a FREE food resource.
2024 Summer Meal Sites.pdfHanan Refugees Relief Group/Hunger Task Force
Halal food boxes
For families who live in the area codes:
53204, 53209, 53207, 53221, 53215.
Pickup at the Hanan office on Fridays before 3pm
3927 South Howell. Second floor
Bring identification card (ID)
The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Information is available via this website:
SUMMER PEBT.pdfMCCY + BVCC Tip Sheet.pdfPantry Infographic March 2023 (8.5 11 in).pdffood-programs-meal-sites 2023.docxFP flyer (half sheet).docxThe Nurturing Collaborative, an initiative from Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Birthworkers United, Inc., works directly with locally owned businesses to provide care packages and wellness experiences for expecting BIPOC parents and child, during and after pregnancy.
This program seeks to increase equity and food security by ensuring access to food and other resources that provide a nurturing environment for parent and child.
The Nurturing Collaborative strives to enhance and promote wellness education and community connections for expecting and postpartum families.
Access more information at the following website: https://feedingamericawi.org/nurturing/
Nurturing Collaborative.Registration.pdf2022 Farmers Market Benefits List.pdfThere is a national shortage of baby formula. This situation has caused many families stress and might be overwhelming. This email lists resources that partners can share with affected families.
There is a national shortage of baby formula. This situation has caused many families stress and might be overwhelming. This email lists resources that partners can share with affected families.
In February, Abbott issued a recall of their powder formulas. Since the recall happened, other companies that make and distribute baby formula have not been able to keep up with demand.
Information for families that can’t find formula
Information for families that can’t find formula
Many babies on standard formulas can switch to any formula that’s available, including store brands. This could be a good option for a few days while families try to find their baby’s normal formula.
We also recommend that families check smaller stores or drug stores, as they may have more stock than big stores with more customers.
Families that can’t find formula, or are running low, should talk with their child’s health care provider or WIC clinic before feeding them something other than formula. To prevent health problems for babies, families are advised to:
Never water down baby formula or make their own.
Not give a child cow’s milk before they are 1 year old.
This interview with a doctor from the American Academy of Pediatrics provides more information.
The following resources about breastfeeding and breastmilk may be helpful:
For parents who want to breastfeed or delay weaning, they can visit our breastfeeding webpage for information and support.
Parents looking for breastmilk donations can visit the Mother’s Milk Bank of the Western Great Lakes website.
Families considering using breastmilk that is not from a certified milk bank should make sure the donor is a trusted family member or friend. Ideally, donors should be tested to make sure they are free of any illnesses they could pass along. More guidance on breastmilk substitutes is available from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine.
Using WIC and FoodShare to buy formula
Using WIC and FoodShare to buy formula
DHS aims to support families who buy food using Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) or FoodShare throughout this shortage.
WIC is offering as many formula substitutions as possible during this time. The most current list of formula substitutes can be found in English and Spanish on our website.
FoodShare never limits the brands members can buy.
Families may be able to find formula without traveling by shopping online. Also, some online retailers may have more formula in stock right now than their local stores. FoodShare members can use their benefits to shop online at the websites for the stores listed below:
ALDI
Amazon
Meijer
Miller and Son's Supermarket
Schnuck’s Market
Walmart
Woodman’s Markets
Some stores offer curbside pick-up or delivery. FoodShare members will need to use another form of payment for any fees (like for delivery) or non-food items. Families that need help with online ordering should start by calling the store. FoodShare members that need help with their QUEST cards should call QUEST Card Service at 877-415-5164.
Food pantries, charitable organizations, and others may be able to help with formula as well. WIC clinics can help connect families to local food pantries.
Please do not reply directly to this email message. If you have a question, please contact us at DHSDMSCommunications@dhs.wisconsin.gov.
Bounce Back Project Flyer.pdfINTERACTIVE MAP ON WHERE TO FIND FREE FOOD IN MILWAUKEE: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1ZZJSmpJNj4dVUszEuHnX3-w5vjj_bhAB&ll=43.065857464693664%2C-87.94235197897478&z=12
Food Distribution Sites through MCFI.pdfFood Distribution Sites through MCFI Spanish.docxPage updated
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