Feed My People Food Bank – Markquart Gives Back

Nov 19, 2015

You may not realize it, but more 70,000 people living in west-central Wisconsin relied on food received from programs supplied by Feed My People Food Bank in 2014. Feed My People Food Bank bridges the gap between food manufacturers and hunger-relief organizations to help put food on the table for these families.

Feed My People “rescues” food before it goes to waste and distributes it to food pantries, community meal sites, shelters, etc. They also assist Meals on Wheels with distributing food boxes to individuals who are homebound, and provide over 2,000 meals to students on the weekends when school meals aren’t available.

Their large warehouse and six refrigerated trucks enable them to distribute food to these other hunger-relief organizations. And, without the surrounding community, none of it would be possible. Local farmers, retailers, and companies donate food and products, while individuals can help by donating their time and money. According to Assistant Director, Suzanne Becker, “every $1 donated equals $10 worth of food.” If you’re interested in volunteering or donating, visit the Feed My People website!