Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Today, we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day dedicated to honor the profound contributions of a man who championed justice, equality, and peace. Beyond his work in civil rights, Dr. King was a fierce advocate for addressing poverty and economic inequality, understanding that true freedom and equality cannot exist without the elimination of these injustices. Ending hunger in southwestern Wisconsin means we will support our neighbors with food and resources today, but we must also help change the systems that cause hunger so that our neighbors can thrive tomorrow.

This past fall and winter, we had the incredible opportunity to partner with the Wisconsin School of Business and the talented students of MKT 310: Intro to Marketing Research. In collaboration with Second Harvest, the class conducted valuable quantitative research to gain insights into the next generation of charitable givers in southern Wisconsin. We were truly impressed by the students' curiosity, analytical skills, and creativity. Their research will play a key role in shaping Second Harvest’s future. A huge thank you to the students, and On, Wisconsin! 👐❤️ University of Wisconsin-Madison

As we reflect on 2024, we're filled with gratitude for the milestones we've achieved and the memories we've created together. As we step into 2025, let's raise a toast to the big and small victories of the past year. 🎉❤️ Thank you for being our lifeline, our community, and our inspiration. We can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!

We’re thrilled to share that the Ecolab Foundation has awarded us $12,500 to support our Beloit Mobile Pantry! This generous grant allows Second Harvest to purchase and distribute nutrient-rich foods to our neighbors. With $12,500, we can provide: 7,500 cartons of eggs 5,900 half gallons of milk 2,750 pounds of protein Thanks to Second Harvest’s scale and purchasing power, every dollar goes further! A $10 donation can provide up to $24 in groceries for those who need it most. Thank you, Ecolab!

Exciting news! State Superintendent, Dr. Underly, has called for universal free meals as part of Department of Public Instruction’s 2025-27 Biennial Budget. The proposal would fund the School Breakfast Program made available for all public, charter, and residential schools, and residential childcare centers. It would strengthen local food systems connecting school districts with fresh produce from local farms, and fully fund the School Day Milk Program ensuring students have access to milk while at school. “When we make sure all our kids are properly nourished, we are nurturing the leaders of tomorrow,” said Dr. Underly. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/g4_rXwKx

We’re so excited to share that we’ve received a $25,000 Good Neighbor Grant from Ascendium Education Group! Ascendium employees nominated and voted for our nonprofit to receive this grant. This grant will help us support everyone in our community with equal access to nutritious, affordable, and culturally-meaningful food. Thank you so much, Ascendium Education Group! ❤️

WE DID IT! Thanks to your incredible generosity, we've not only reached but SURPASSED our $1.5 million WMTV 15 News Share Your Holidays goal this year! We are beyond grateful to everyone who donated, volunteered, and supported this campaign. Together, we've shown what one community can achieve when we come together for a common cause. The impact we've made will be felt far and wide, and we couldn't have done it without YOU! Here's to the power of ONE: one community, one mission, and one huge difference!

The 29th annual WMTV 15 News Share Your Holidays is in full swing! ❤️ Thank you to the Alliant Energy Center for donating their space for this event, and Affiliated Engineers, Inc. for sponsoring our lovely volunteer hospitality station. And a huge thank you to Kleins Floral & Greenhouses for their generous donation of some truly beautiful poinsettias – they’ve set the festive mood! 💐

We’re so excited to share that thanks to a generous match, every dollar you donate to WMTV 15 News Share Your Holidays will be doubled—TODAY ONLY! Call 608-204-8000 or visit https://lnkd.in/gbVwZExj to make your donation. But hurry—this incredible opportunity ends at 10 p.m. tonight!

Exciting news! Tomorrow, Wednesday, December 11th, marks the 29th annual WMTV 15 News Share Your Holidays Phone-A-Thon and Sort-A-Thon at the Alliant Energy Center! Thanks to an incredible matching donation, every dollar you contribute to Share Your Holidays will be DOUBLED during tomorrow’s event. Don't miss this opportunity to make twice the impact! Call 608-204-8000 or visit secondharvestsw.org/SYH to donate and DOUBLE your support. Let's come together to make a difference!