Welcome to Kinship Community Food Center
If you are in need of food or assistance outside of food, we are here to journey with you.
We make sure that fresh produce, non-perishables, dairy, meat, whole grains, and other healthy foods are available to all.
Check below to see when we are open and to check other food centers in your area.
Click here for information on the government shutdown and FoodShare delay.
Food Center Hours:
Saturday 8:30AM - 10:30AM
Tuesday 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Location:
St. Casimir’s Church
924 E. Clarke Street, Milwaukee
Eligibility:
We primarily serve the 53202, 53203, 53211, 53212, and 53217 zip codes.
If you are having a food emergency please call 211.
If you live outside of 53202, 53203, 53211, 53212, and 53217 zip codes please:
Call 211 to find a food pantry in your zipcode
Or visit the Hunger Task Force website for a map of open food pantries
For FoodShare Users - Government Shutdown and FoodShare Delay
FoodShare benefits are delayed for November.
You may use any benefits currently on your EBT card in November.
FoodShare members have been notified via text and email communication.
DHS will send communication after the shutdown is over, notifying members when benefits are available. Members should ensure their contact information (mailing address and email) are current using access.wi.gov.
WIC, BadgerCare and Medicaid are still funded as of now.
Go to Wisconsin Department of Health Services for more information.
Documents needed for Identification (adults):
Both of the following:
A current picture ID for every adult in household, including adult children 18 and older who live in the same household
Address verification for every adult in household: rent receipt, any bill sent to your address, other mail
*Note: Forward Cards and Social Security Cards are not acceptable forms of ID.
Documents needed for Identification (children):
One of the following:
Food Share (food stamps) benefits letter
Notice of Decision letter from Milwaukee County
Most recent school report card or progress report
Recent mailing from school address: “To the Parent(s) of ___” (with child’s name)
For children under 6 years old only: Birth certificate, birth announcement, or immunization records are required.
Please join us as often as you want for our delicious Dinner and Breakfast Bar, we look forward to seeing you all soon!
Unsure of what food pantries are in your area?
If you do not live in the zip codes we primarily serve:
Call 211 for food centers in your zip code
Visit the Hunger Task Force website to find a list of confirmed sites that are providing food.
Do you need assistance beyond food?
Resources Outside Food
Go to 211 online to research other local resources.
Team Stride
If you live in the 53202, 53203, 53211, 53212, and 53217 zip codes, come to the Food Center during Food Center operations to meet with someone who will work with you directly.
Saturday 8:30AM - 10:30AM
Tuesday 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Ask for Team Stride to get connected!
WHAT IS TEAM STRIDE?
Team Stride will partner with you to navigate community resources.
We help make referrals and connections to other organizations that help with:
housing & utility resources
job training programs
employment assistance
mental health connections
We will walk with you and spend time assisting you in your need.
Get text updates on upcoming special events and closings at the food center.
Enter your information in the form to stay updated.
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