Food Resources
The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) seeks to ensure that HACM residents and other community members have access to fresh, healthy and affordable food. If you need emergency food or support, please reach out to the resources below. Before traveling to any particular location, contact the site directly to verify hours, eligibility, and other requirements. If you receive FoodShare benefits, keep your contact information current at https://access.wi.gov and visit www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/news.htm for updates regarding FoodShare.
EMERGENCY FOOD LOCATIONS DELIVERED TO YOUR PHONE
If you or someone you know needs emergency food, text MKEfood to 898-211 and you will receive information about nearby food pantries. You can also call 2-1-1, or visit the IMPACT, Inc. website: www.impactinc.org/impact-211/
HUNGER TASK FORCE FOOD RESOURCE MAP, MOBILE MARKET & OTHER RESOURCES
Hunger Task Force has created a map of confirmed, trusted sites that provide food safely and reliably, including public senior Stockbox sites, school meal sites and emergency food sites. View the map at www.hungertaskforce.org/get-help/emergency-food/. The Mobile Market is a mobile grocery store that provides fresh, healthy, and affordable food at a discount. View the locations and schedule: www.hungertaskforce.org/what-we-do/mobile-market/. Call (414) 777-0483 or visit www.hungertaskforce.org for information about additional services.
FEEDING AMERICA EASTERN WISCONSIN FOOD PANTRY LOCATOR
Find food pantries at www.feedingamericawi.org/find-a-pantry/ or call (414) 931-7400.
NOURISH MKE FOOD CENTERS
Nourish MKE operates four community food centers. Visit www.nourishmke.org or call 414-289-6030 to confirm hours and guidelines.
- Fond du Lac Food Center, 10230 W. Fond du Lac Avenue
- Mitchell Food Center, 1615 S. 22nd Street
- Orchard Food Center, 209 W. Orchard Street
- Cherry Food Center, 1230 W. Cherry Street
KINSHIP COMMUNITY FOOD CENTER
This pantry is located in St. Casimir’s Church at 924 E. Clarke Street and serves those living in the 53212, 53211, 53217, 53202 and 53203 zip codes. Visit www.kinshipmke.org or call 414-301-1478 for information about hours and other requirements.
SILVER SPRING NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER FOOD PANTRY
Located at 5460 N. 64th Street, call 414-463-7950 for more information or visit during pantry hours:
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 11 AM – 2 PM (Fridays are Senior Stockbox Days only)
- Tuesday & Thursday: 4 PM – 6 PM
UMOS, Inc. FOOD PANTRY
UMOS operates a food pantry for residents in the 53207 and 53221 ZIP codes, as well as all first-time visitors. Visit www.umos.org/food-pantry/ or call (414) 389-6000 for more information.
MILWAUKEE COMMUNITY CROSSROADS EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRY
Located at 807 S. 14th Street, this pantry primarily serves the 53204 ZIP code. Visit www.mccwi.org for more information.
BAY VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER FOOD PANTRY
Serves those living in the 53207, 53215, 53221 and 53235 ZIP codes. Call (414) 482-1000 or visit www.bayviewcenter.org/foodpantry for hours and other information.
SALVATION ARMY FOOD PANTRIES
- 4129 W. Villard Avenue, (414) 463-3300
- 2900 W Cold Spring Rd, Greenfield, WI 53221, (414) 763-9797
- 8853 S. Howell Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154, (414) 762-3993
Call for hours or visit centralusa.salvationarmy.org/milwaukee/.
INTERCHANGE FOOD PANTRIES
- Interchange Food Pantry at Village Church: 130 E. Juneau Avenue
- Quality of Life Pantry at St. Mark AME: 1530 W. Atkinson Avenue
Hours: www.interchangefoodpantry.org/hours-locations or call (414) 551-2184.
JEWISH COMMUNITY PANTRY
2900 W. Center Street (enter on 29th Street)
- Tuesdays | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Thursdays | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
www.jccmilwaukee.org/program/jewish-community-pantry/
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL MEAL PROGRAM
- Cross Roads Kitchen: 931 W. Madison Street, 414-649-9555
- Harambee Kitchen: 2600 N. 2 Street, 414-249-3866
Hours and info: www.svdpmilw.org/meal-program.aspx
MILWAUKEE COUNTY SENIOR DINING PROGRAM
Milwaukee County Department on Aging offers a senior dining program that serve delicious, nutritious meals at convenient locations throughout Milwaukee County. Anyone 60+ can join us, and there is a suggested contribution of $3 for diners 60 and over and a cost of $8 for their guests under 60. For most sites, you will need to make a reservation in advance. Some sites are often able to accommodate walk-ins-- but there are no guarantees. Call (414) 289-6995 for more information or visit the Milwaukee County Senior Dining webpage. Transportation can also be arranged by calling (4140 289-6874.