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Hunger is a pressing challenge in our community. In Wisconsin, 1 in 8 children experiences hunger, and in Milwaukee County nearly 1 in 5 households struggles with food insecurity. In the City of Milwaukee, more than 1 in 4 children face daily food insecurity.
Just One More Ministry (JOMM), based in Glendale, rescues excess food from restaurants, caterers, and suppliers, and redistributes it to shelters, food pantries, and families in need. With their regular food streams disrupted, JOMM is turning to the community for support. Bagged lunches are especially helpful because they are simple to prepare, easy to distribute, and can be delivered quickly to those who need them most.
Activities
Children and caregivers will enjoy a read-aloud of Maddi’s Fridge to help the kids understand the importance of the lunches they will be packing. Next, we will assemble bagged lunches that include:
- – A sandwich (meat and cheese slices, no condiments, wrapped in a plastic ziplock)
- – A piece of fruit
- – Chips
- – A treat
- – An inspirational note
Impact
This project will support residents across Greater Milwaukee who are struggling with hunger and help children learn about food insecurity in an age-appropriate way. We will show kids that their small hands and big hearts can make a real difference in their community.
When & Where
Thursday, October 30 from 10-11 a.m.
Whitefish Bay Library – Program Room
5420 N. Marlborough Dr.
Whitefish Bay 53217
Registration Information
Participant Cap: 25 families
Ages: Newborn – 6 years old (with caregiver)
Cost: Free
Materials: All materials will be provided by KIC
Questions: If you have any questions, please contact lynn@kicmke.org.
Cancellations: We count on our registered volunteers to make these projects come to life. However, we understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you can no longer participate, please email lynn@kicmke.org ASAP so we can fill your spot.
Our Partner
Learn more about the Just One More Ministry on their website, JSonline article, CBS58 segment.
Young Changemakers’ Week
This project is just one of the events in Young Changemakers’ Week. This week includes a variety of service opportunities that are designed to ignite a passion for service in our youngest community members (ages newborn to kindergarten).
Join us for a week focused on our littlest helping hands! And, invite a friend to join you!
- – Music Together with Grandfriends | Oct. 27 from 10-11 a.m.
- – Light Up a Life: Lanterns for Seniors | Oct. 28 various times
- – Cooking for Good | Oct. 28 from 1-2:30 p.m.
- – Mini-Maker: Thanksgiving Placemats | Oct. 29 from 10 a.m.-Noon
- – Books & Brown Bags: Storytime to Service | Oct. 30 from 10-11 a.m.
- – Trick-or-Treat with Grandfriends at Eastcastle Place | Oct. 30 from 4-5 p.m.
- – Helping Paws: Bunny Hay Feeders | Oct. 31 from 10-11 a.m.
- – Trick-or-Treat with Grandfriends at Saint John’s on the Lake | Oct. 31 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
- – Learn & Serve: Sensory Art Kit Project | Nov. 2 from 3:30-5 p.m.