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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Combat Hunger event in Appleton aims to fight food insecurity among veterans
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – As food insecurity continues to impact military veterans across northeast Wisconsin, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin hosted its annual Combat Hunger event Thursday in Appleton. The 12-hour food and funds drive took place at the Pick 'n Save on North Ballard Road and benefits residents of Wisconsin Veterans Village. The event is organized in partnership with Woodward Community Media and Pick 'n Save. Corvettes of the Bay honors fallen heroes ahead of Memorial Day Shoppers were encouraged to stop by throughout the day to donate non-perishable food items or make monetary contributions via cash or card. Pick 'n Save gift cards could also be purchased and donated on-site. The event runs through 6 p.m. Thursday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Summerfest 2025: 13 ways to get into the Milwaukee music festival for free
The Big Gig again has some big deals for 2025. Summerfest officials on May 12 revealed 13 ways to get in for free to the Milwaukee festival, running June 19 to 21, June 26 to 28 and July 3 to 5. June 19: Festgoers who show up at any of the festival's three gates between noon and 3 p.m. and donate three shelf-stable food items receive one free admission ticket good for that day only. (Donations benefit Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Northcott Neighborhood House.) June 20: Anyone arriving between noon and 3 p.m. get in free for Children's Fest day. Bonus deal: Select food and beverage vendors will offer discounts. June 21: The first 1,500 people who arrive between noon and 3 p.m. and donate new socks, deodorant and/or oral hygiene items (toothbrush and toothpaste) with a minimum value of $10 receive one free-admission ticket good for that day only. (Donations benefit the Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership.) June 19, 20 or 21: The first 15,000 people who download the Summerfest app will get a free general-admission ticket that can be redeemed between noon and 4 p.m. on one of Summerfest's first three days. Limit one per device. June 26: Pick 'n Save shoppers who spend $50 on select items through May 13 can bring their receipt to the Summerfest box offices between noon and 6 p.m. to receive four general-admission tickets (limit 12 tickets per transaction). Details at Bonus deals: General admission is $5, and all beer, seltzer, cherry vodka lemonade, bottles of water and soda are 50% off, from noon to 6 p.m. June 27: Patrons wearing shirts or hats representing select area colleges, or who present a valid high school ID, will get in free from noon to 3 p.m. Participating schools: Beloit College, Carroll University, Herzing University, Marquette University, Milwaukee Area Technical College, St. Norbert College, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of Wisconsin-Parkside and University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. June 28: All active-duty military personnel, veterans, police, firefighters and EMTs (plus up to four family members) arriving between noon and 6 p.m. get in free. Valid Military ID, copy or photo of a DD-214 form, driver's license with veteran classification, law enforcement or fire department agency-issued credentials, or police and fire union ID cards required. June 28: The first 2,500 people who donate a gently used or new children's book (minimum $10 value) get in free until 3 p.m. Picture books and early-readers books are preferred; books will be donated to Next Door. July 4: Admission free for all until 6 p.m. courtesy of Kwik Trip. Bonus deal: The first 5,000 attendees at the Mid Gate receive a free commemorative can cooler. July 5: Everyone arriving between noon and 3 p.m. gets in free courtesy of Potawatomi Casino Hotel and Summerfest. Bonus deals: The first 30,000 arrivals get a Summerfest 2026 general-admission ticket and an entry ticket for the Big Win drawing for the opportunity to win $1 million and a guaranteed share of $10,000. (Ticket needs to be dropped off in a specially marked bin inside the Mid Gate between noon and 3 p.m.) Good any day: Shoppers who spent $25 on select items in a single transaction with their loyalty card at any Pick N' Save, Metro Market or Mariano's between May 21 and June 10 get two general-admission tickets. Offer is printed at the bottom of receipts, which must be brought to the ticket windows to redeem the tickets. Visit for details and list of qualifying products. Also, everyone who donates blood at a Versiti Blood Center location June 9-15 will receive a free general-admission ticket, while supplies last. And all high school students who begin their FAFSA before July 5 will receive a general-admission ticket. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Summerfest 2025: 13 ways to get into Milwaukee music festival for free
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hatco Corporation marks 75th anniversary with $75K donation to fight hunger
(WFRV) – Hatco Corporation, a manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment, celebrated its 75th anniversary by donating $75,000 to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. The donation was matched by the North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers, bringing the total contribution to $150,000. Officials say the funds will provide nearly 600,000 meals to families in need across eastern Wisconsin. 'Ciao, Italia': Heritage Modern Supper Club at Legacy Hotel in Green Bay hosting Chef's Week Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is the state's largest local hunger relief organization, working with farmers, retailers, and manufacturers to distribute food to pantries, meal programs, and shelters in 35 counties. 'On behalf of the employee owners of Hatco, we are honored to support Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin in their mission to fight hunger,' said Hatco President and CEO Lorne Deacon. 'A milestone like this is more than just a celebration; it is about gratitude and giving back to the community in which we operate.' 'Otters on the run': NEW Zoo & Adventure Park provides new video amid search for runaway otters 'Louie & Ophelia' Hatco says its mission is to make enjoyable dining possible, starting with ensuring access to meals. 'Food insecurity remains a significant challenge for many. Knowing that our contribution will provide direct relief is incredibly humbling,' Deacon added. 'We are proud to be a part of an industry that supports feeding communities, not just serving them.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Feeding America brings 24/7 food lockers to Fox Valley Tech. Here's what to know.
GRAND CHUTE — Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is expanding its programs in the Fox Valley by adding 24/7 access to meals for college students through a new food locker system. So far, around 50 students have used the 24 newly installed lockers, which allow them to order food online and pick it up on campus. This comes with an investment from Fox Valley Technical College of $100,000. The lockers, the first of their kind in northeastern Wisconsin, sit near the south parking lot of the college's campus in Grand Chute, just west of Appleton. The area is easily accessible to students throughout the day. No matter the weather, the temperature-controlled lockers ensure food items remain fresh, and students can place orders anytime through a simple online platform. Here is what to know about the project. These lockers aim to address food insecurity among college students, and on-campus food pantries have sprung up at universities across the country. A survey released earlier this year by Temple University's Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice showed that nearly 45% of the nearly 86,000 student respondents from 123 two- and four-year institutions across the United States said they had been food insecure in the past 30 days. 'We have lots of students who are experiencing food insecurity with having full-time jobs, trying to keep their grades up, and trying to make a living,' said Dominic Tesch, one of 50 Fox Valley Technical College students who started using Order Ahead last month. At the college, 78 students already rely on the campus food pantry weekly. However, the pantry's resources are limited, depending on donations and the school budget. Partnering with Feeding America allows to support more students in need, said Tesch, 27, who is juggling two jobs while pursuing an Associate of Arts degree. He ordered bread, milk, meats, and some cereal and cooked on his own, he added. Students can choose from perishable and non-perishable items, which are procured, packed, and delivered to the lockers by Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, said Cameron Wengrzyn, the nonprofit's director of market and communication. The non-profit plans to expand the food locker program across its 35-county footprint, ensuring the food distribution system meets people's needs. The distribution model allows for flexibility in where food is distributed, including clinics, traditional food pantries, community centers, and food deserts, said Patti Habeck, president and CEO of Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. The nonprofit hopes to expand, but it depends on finding partners and funding for lockers, Wengrzyn said. Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin provides 34 million pounds of food each year, via its partner pantries and programs, to more than 24,000 families in Wisconsin's 35 eastern counties, according to data from its 2023 annual report. You can help by donating your time or by making a financial donation. Editor's note: USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin and The Post-Crescent partner annually with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin on the Stock the Shelves campaign in October. This reporting is separate from that partnership. Zhen Wang is a business reporter for The Post-Crescent. Reach her with story tips and feedback at zwang@ or 920-993-7117. This article originally appeared on Appleton Post-Crescent: Feeding America brings food lockers to Fox Valley Technical College
