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Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is a nonprofit hunger-relief organization that runs the largest network of food banks in Eastern Wisconsin, distributing millions of pounds of food each year through about 600 partner agencies to serve 35 counties. It procures food from retailers, wholesalers, growers, and donors and sorts, stores, and distributes it through its network, supported by programs like NourishRx, Dairyland Delivery, Tribal Elder Food Box, FarmLink, and mobile pantries. Its distinction comes from being the region’s largest hunger-relief network within the Feeding America system, offering a wide range of nutrition- and community-focused programs and strong partnerships with individuals, companies, and foundations. Its goal is to reduce hunger and food insecurity by increasing access to nutritious foods, improving health through nutrition programs, and building sustainable, local food systems.
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- FY25 distributed 40.6 million pounds, up 5.9% from FY24.
- July 2026 data showed 526,400 food-insecure neighbors and 1-in-5 children affected.
- Clock Tower Farms targets 200,000 pounds annually, expanding year-round fresh-produce supply.
What critics are saying
- Federal FoodWIse cuts in October 2025 stripped resident-led nutrition support and strain partners.
- BBB Wise Giving Alliance flagged incomplete 2023 annual-report disclosure through March 2027.
- Rising need outpacing resources across 35 counties creates existential dependence on unstable donations.
What makes Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin unique
- Milwaukee and Appleton campuses cover 35 counties with nearly 600 partner agencies.
- Monique Kelley started June 1, 2026, bringing equitable food-access scaling experience.
- Clock Tower Farms with Rockwell and Fork Farms adds automated local produce production.
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1,500 volunteers pack nearly 300,000 pounds of rice to help fight hunger in NE Wisconsin. Posted: Sep 17, 2026 / 04:51 PM CDT Updated: Sep 17, 2026 / 04:52 PM CDT OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) - Hundreds of volunteers filled the Oshkosh Arena Thursday, but instead of cheering from the stands, they were scooping, weighing, and packing rice for families across Eastern Wisconsin. The ninth annual Feed the Body, Feed the Soul event brought together roughly 1,500 volunteers with a goal of packaging nearly 300,000 pounds of rice in just 12 hours. Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin will distribute the rice through food pantries across its 35-county service area. "What we're seeing is just an uptick in food insecurity over the past couple of years," said Liz Wollenberg, chief systems and strategies officer for Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. "As anyone knows, going to the grocery store will cost you a lot more than it did a few years ago." Wollenberg said rice is particularly valuable for families because it is shelf-stable, easy to store, and pairs well with a variety of other foods. The event, founded by Oshkosh Corporation in partnership with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, combines the volunteer work with live music from NEW Dueling Pianos. Greg Vandenberg was among the U.S. Venture volunteers taking part Thursday. "You're able to do something really repetitive, so you're actually able to have great conversations, laugh a lot," Vandenberg said. "We do a lot of singing. Some people are even dancing a little bit." The event has packaged more than 1.4 million pounds of rice over its first eight years. Oshkosh Corporation Chief Marketing Officer Brian Brandt said the event began nine years ago with the idea of bringing the community together while making a large impact in a short amount of time. Organizers are already setting their sights on next year's 10th anniversary. "We want to crest 2 million pounds over the ten years and 10,000 volunteers," Brandt said. "And we're on track to do that." The nearly 300,000 pounds of rice packed Thursday will now make its way through Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's network of food pantries to help families across the region. WFRV will update this story as necessary.
Dollar General builds on Feeding America partnership. The retailer highlights local hunger-relief efforts after contributing more than $6 million and helping provide the equivalent of 95 million meals since 2019. September 1, 2026. 10:19 AM GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. - Dollar General is using Hunger Action Month to spotlight its expanding partnership with Feeding America and the local food banks and hunger-relief organizations that are working to address food insecurity in communities across the country. With nearly 48 million Americans facing food insecurity, the retailer said its network of more than 21,000 stores and 34 distribution centers gives it an unusual ability to support hunger-relief efforts at the local level. Dollar General stores and distribution centers provide food donations to Feeding America partners, while the company also provides financial support and employee volunteer assistance. Since 2019, Dollar General has contributed more than $6 million in financial support to Feeding America and its local food banks, which serve more than half of U.S. counties. Food donated through the retailer's stores and distribution centers during that period has helped provide the equivalent of more than 95 million meals. In July, Dollar General marked another year of the partnership with a $1 million donation to Feeding America to support hunger-relief efforts nationwide. During Hunger Action Month in September, the retailer is highlighting several examples of how the partnership operates at the community level. In Bennington, Vt., a Dollar General store provides food donations, including fresh dairy products, to Meals on Wheels of Bennington County. The organization delivers meals to people aged 60 and older, as well as to adults with disabilities under age 60. "Dollar General's partnership with Meals on Wheels of Bennington County has made a meaningful difference in our ability to serve older adults throughout our community," said Ilsa Svoboda, executive director of the organization. "Our volunteers regularly pick up donated food that helps us provide nutritious meals while stretching our resources even further." Svoboda added that the partnership extends beyond providing food by demonstrating to older residents that their community continues to support them. Meals on Wheels of Bennington County works with Vermont Food Bank, a Feeding America affiliate. Through the first part of 2026, Vermont Food Bank received more than 33,500 pounds of food from Dollar General stores. Dollar General is making a similar contribution in northeast Ohio, where its Zanesville distribution center and area stores provide shelf-stable groceries, fresh produce and other food to the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. One in six people in the food bank's service territory currently faces food insecurity. "It takes all of us to fight hunger," said Karen Pozna, director of communication and events at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. "The Greater Cleveland Food Bank is incredibly grateful for partners like Dollar General whose generous donations help provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger across our community." The Greater Cleveland Food Bank served more than 404,000 people during fiscal 2025 across Cuyahoga, Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake, Ashland and Richland counties, making it northeast Ohio's largest hunger-relief organization. Dollar General employees are also contributing through volunteer work. In July, operations leaders supporting the retailer's eastern Wisconsin stores volunteered with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, helping repack 7,000 pounds of food for distribution to people across 35 counties. "When we come together to live out our mission of Serving Others, even a few hours of work can create a big impact," said Morgan Thompson, Dollar General's retail regional director of operations. "It was a rewarding opportunity to give back and make a difference in the communities Dollar General serves every day." Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin supports nearly 600 hunger-relief partners and community-based programs serving metropolitan, suburban and rural communities. From January through July, Feeding America food banks across Wisconsin received nearly 470,000 pounds of donated food from Dollar General stores and the company's Janesville distribution center. Dollar General's hunger-relief efforts are part of a broader strategy to increase access to affordable food in the communities it serves. The company now sells fresh produce in more than 7,000 stores, which it says gives it more individual distribution points for produce than any other U.S. mass retailer or grocer. The retailer also serves as a USDA National Strategic Partner through the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion's Nutrition Communicators Network. Through that relationship, Dollar General provides "Better For You" food options, educational resources and health and wellness products and services. The company's extensive store footprint - particularly in rural and other communities where food access can be limited - also gives Dollar General an important role in the broader effort to address hunger. By combining that reach with Feeding America's national network, the retailer is seeking to translate a large-scale partnership into assistance delivered community by community.
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin launches Clock Tower Farms with Rockwell Automation and Fork Farms. May 1, 2026. Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, the largest hunger relief organization in Wisconsin, today announced the creation of Clock Tower Farms with Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation. Clock Tower Farms will combine hydroponic farming technology from Fork Farms and automation technology from Rockwell to grow and provide fresh, nutritious food that will help address hunger in its community. Clock Tower Farms is a first-of-its-kind facility, located in Rockwell's Milwaukee headquarters. It is currently under construction and will be fully operational later this year. "Reliable access to fresh, nutritious food is critical to health and well-being," said Patti Dew, Interim President and CEO of Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. "Clock Tower Farms strengthens our ability to deliver high-quality produce efficiently to pantry partners across our network, expanding access to foods that support long-term health for neighbors throughout Eastern Wisconsin." Using smart technology to grow healthy food Clock Tower Farms will house 72 Fork Farms Flex Acre hydroponic systems that use nutrient-infused, recirculated water to nourish plant roots and optimize growth. Rockwell's Plant PAx system will monitor and automatically adjust nutrient, pH, and water levels based on the crops being grown. New technology developed by Fork Farms enables localized power, dehumidification, and water and nutrient management for growing in a controlled environment. The modular design lowers costs, simplifies installation, and maximizes crop yields. Clock Tower Farms is designed to: * Grow 200,000 pounds of leafy greens and other produce for harvest each year * Save 5.9 million gallons of water compared to traditional farming * Conserve 5.5 acres of conventional crop land Addressing food insecurity in its communities Rockwell is donating the space and growing systems for Clock Tower Farms to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin at a critical time. Food pantries across Eastern Wisconsin are experiencing some of the highest demand in over a decade. For neighbors facing hunger, the impact of this collaboration will be immediate and tangible. Fresh food will move directly from harvest to distribution, traveling from the Clock Tower Farms dock to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's trucks with no long-term storage, delays, or unnecessary handling. "Clock Tower Farms demonstrates how industrial automation can solve real-world challenges at scale and meaningfully impact our communities," said Patricia Contreras, vice president, Community Impact at Rockwell Automation. "Working with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Fork Farms allows us to combine our strengths to address hunger and ensure more families have access to fresh, healthy produce year round." Clock Tower Farms will strengthen Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's hunger relief network by expanding access to nutrient-dense food that supports long-term health, dignity, and choice, which are core priorities of the organization's NourishRx approach to food as medicine. Video Player About Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin: Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is the largest hunger relief organization in Wisconsin, with food banks in Milwaukee and Appleton. Founded in 1982 by the Rotary Club of Milwaukee, the organization is a locally led and independently operated member of the national Feeding America network of food banks. In collaboration with nearly 600 hunger relief partners and trusted community-based programs, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin provides healthy, nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger across 35 counties in Eastern Wisconsin. Committed to building stronger, healthier communities, the organization works to address the root causes of hunger through education, strategic partnerships, and innovative community-centered solutions. Learn more at FeedingAmericaWI.org. About Rockwell Automation: Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, Inc. connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to its customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, Inc. is bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit RockwellAutomation.com. About Fork Farms: Fork Farms is a food access technology company helping build the future of fresh food infrastructure. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Fork Farms develops indoor hydroponic farming technology and digital tools that enable schools, healthcare systems, businesses, and communities to grow fresh, nutritious food year-round in almost any environment. Its solutions help organizations expand food access, support wellness, and strengthen local food resilience by bringing food production closer to where people live, learn, work, and heal. For the third consecutive year, Fork Farms was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies and ranked #1 in the Agriculture and Natural Resources sector. To learn more, visit ForkFarms.com.
Rockwell Automation partnering with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Fork Farms to create Clock Tower Farms. Fresh food will be grown and distributed from Rockwell's Milwaukee headquarters MILWAUKEE-(BUSINESS WIRE)- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE:ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced the creation of Clock Tower Farms with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, the largest hunger relief organization in Wisconsin. Clock Tower Farms will combine hydroponic farming technology from Fork Farms and automation technology from Rockwell to grow and provide fresh, nutritious food that will help address hunger in its community. Clock Tower Farms is a first-of-its-kind facility, located in Rockwell's Milwaukee headquarters. It is currently under construction and will be fully operational later this year. Rockwell Automation is working with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Fork Farms to create Clock Tower Farms. "Clock Tower Farms demonstrates how industrial automation can solve real-world challenges at scale and meaningfully impact our communities," said Patricia Contreras, vice president, Community Impact at Rockwell Automation. "Working with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Fork Farms allows us to combine our strengths to address hunger and ensure more families have access to fresh, healthy produce year round." Using smart technology to grow healthy food Clock Tower Farms will house 72 Fork Farms Flex Acre hydroponic systems that use nutrient-infused, recirculated water to nourish plant roots and optimize growth. Rockwell's Plant PAx system will monitor and automatically adjust nutrient, pH, and water levels based on the crops being grown. New technology developed by Fork Farms enables localized power, dehumidification, and water and nutrient management for growing in a controlled environment. The modular design lowers costs, simplifies installation, and maximizes crop yields. Clock Tower Farms is designed to: * Grow 200,000 pounds of leafy greens and other produce for harvest each year * Save5.9 milliongallons of water compared to traditional farming * Conserve 5.5 acres of conventional crop land Addressing food insecurity in its communities Rockwell is donating the space and growing systems for Clock Tower Farms to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin at a critical time. Food pantries across Eastern Wisconsin are experiencing some of the highest demand in over a decade. For neighbors facing hunger, the impact of this collaboration will be immediate and tangible. Fresh food will move directly from harvest to distribution, traveling from the Clock Tower Farms dock to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's trucks with no long-term storage, delays, or unnecessary handling. "Reliable access to fresh, nutritious food is critical to health and well-being," said Patti Dew, Interim President and CEO of Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. "Clock Tower Farms strengthens our ability to deliver high-quality produce efficiently to pantry partners across our network, expanding access to foods that support long-term health for neighbors throughout Eastern Wisconsin." Clock Tower Farms will strengthen Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's hunger relief network by expanding access to nutrient-dense food that supports long-term health, dignity, and choice, which are core priorities of the organization's NourishRx approach to food as medicine. About Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. Rockwell Automation, Inc. connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to its customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how Rockwell Automation, Inc. is bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. About Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin: Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is the largest hunger relief organization in Wisconsin, with food banks in Milwaukee and Appleton. Founded in 1982 by the Rotary Club of Milwaukee, the organization is a locally led and independently operated member of the national Feeding America network of food banks. In collaboration with nearly 600 hunger relief partners and trusted community-based programs, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin provides healthy, nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger across 35 counties in Eastern Wisconsin. Committed to building stronger, healthier communities, the organization works to address the root causes of hunger through education, strategic partnerships, and innovative community-centered solutions. Learn more at FeedingAmericaWI.org. About Fork Farms Fork Farms is a food access technology company helping build the future of fresh food infrastructure. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Fork Farms develops indoor hydroponic farming technology and digital tools that enable schools, healthcare systems, businesses, and communities to grow fresh, nutritious food year-round in almost any environment. Its solutions help organizations expand food access, support wellness, and strengthen local food resilience by bringing food production closer to where people live, learn, work, and heal. For the third consecutive year, Fork Farms was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies and ranked #1 in the Agriculture and Natural Resources sector. To learn more, visit www.forkfarms.com. Rockwell Automation media contact: Ed Moreland Head of Government Affairs and Corporate Communications +1 571-296-0391 [email protected] Rockwell Automation Investor Relations contact: Aijana Zellner Head of Investor Relations and Market Strategy +1 440-289-8439 [email protected] Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin media contact: Cameron Wengrzyn Director of Marketing and Communications +1 920-238-2755 [email protected] Published May 1, 2026 About Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. Rockwell Automation, Inc. connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to its customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how Rockwell Automation, Inc. is bringing the Connected Enterprise(R) to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. About the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork Rockwell Automation believes Rockwell Automation, Inc. is better together - and Rockwell Automation, Inc. do its part by delivering an expansive, global partner ecosystem of market-leading technology, superior support and services, and an integrated and streamlined approach to business. Succeed on an international scale by utilizing its network's breadth of innovative technologies and services that no single vendor can provide alone. To learn more about how the PartnerNetwork is helping to deliver the value of The Connected Enterprise, visit PartnerNetwork Program.
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