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Resources and Support for Wisconsinites Facing Food Insecurity
You Are Not Alone, If you are facing food insecurity, know that help is available.
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You Are Not Alone
If you are facing food insecurity, know that help is available. Whether you need groceries, home-delivered meals, or someone to talk to, these resources are here to support you. You deserve dignity, nourishment, and peace of mind.
Check Your EBT Balance
Unused SNAP benefits from previous months may still be available. Benefits usually stay on your card for up to 12 months. Visit your state’s EBT portal or call the number on the back of your card to check your balance.
Find Local Food Assistance
Many food banks and pantries offer services tailored to older individuals, including home delivery and dietary-sensitive options:
In Wisconsin:
You can find food pantries in Wisconsin by using online locators from organizations like Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, dialing 211, or visiting the 211 Wisconsin website. Aging & Disability Resource Centers (ADRC): Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) | Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Hunger Tasks Force in Milwaukee offers other resources for people in need: Hunger Task Force, Milwaukee's Free & Local food bank
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has a news site that’s being kept updated and leads to the application for WIC as well. Note: WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children
Nationwide resources:
Feeding America Food Bank Locator - https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
Hunger Free America - https://findfood.hungerfreeamerica.org
Food Finder Interactive Map - https://foodfinder.us/
WhyHunger Find Food Database - https://whyhunger.org/find-food
Meals on Wheels America: Delivers nutritious meals directly to homes. Find a provider - https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/
Little Food Pantries - https://www.thelittlefreepantries.org/
Local Area Agencies on Aging (AAA): These agencies often coordinate food delivery, congregate meals, and other support services. Find your local AAA - https://eldercare.acl.gov/home
National Hotlines for Immediate Help
National Hunger Hotline: Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE (Spanish)
WhyHunger Hotline: Call 1-800-5-HUNGRY or text your ZIP code to 1-800-548-6479
Call 2-1-1 or visit 211.org to connect with local food programs.
