MILWAUKEE – Brewers Community Foundation (BCF), the charitable arm of the Milwaukee Brewers™, in partnership with CBS 58 and Hunger Task Force have for more than a decade hosted an annual food-drive to help feed seniors, families and children during the Thanksgiving holiday. Since the inception of the event, the Milwaukee community has donated nearly 1 million pounds of food and thousands of turkeys to those in need. The 14th annual community effort takes place Friday, November 21 at American Family Field™ from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cars will be directed to pull through the American Family Field parking lot “drive-thru,” next to Helfaer Field, while volunteers accept food donations. CBS 58 and Telemundo Wisconsin will broadcast live from the food drive throughout the day, and visitors will be able to meet Bernie Brewer™, the beloved Famous Racing Sausages® and favorite CBS 58 personalities.
The first 600 donors will receive a Brewers ticket voucher for two free Loge Level tickets to select 2026 regular season games, while supplies last. The first 100 donors who contribute three or more turkeys will receive a Brewers Tumbler Cup.
The food drive comes at a critical time. Hunger Task Force has been addressing increased need throughout the year due to high food prices and housing costs. Donations of healthy, non-perishable foods and frozen turkeys collected at the drive will be distributed free of charge to local food pantries and meal programs across Milwaukee.
“Hunger Task Force is serving over 50,000 people each month and the need continues to grow,” says Matt King, Chief Executive Officer of Hunger Task Force. “We’re grateful for this partnership with Brewers Community Foundation and CBS 58 and further appreciate the community’s support so that local children, families and seniors can have the dignity of a holiday meal and healthy food for their families.”
“Hunger Task Force continues to be a vital lifeline for so many in our community,” said Cecelia Gore, Executive Director of Brewers Community Foundation. “Our partnership with Hunger Task Force and CBS 58 allows us to make a meaningful impact, especially during the holiday season when support and nourishment are needed most.”
“With so much attention on food insecurity recently, this Food Drive could not come at a more crucial time. We hope to collect more food than ever this year, to help bring some relief to our hometown neighbors,” said Anne Brown, VP and General Manager, CBS 58 and Telemundo Wisconsin.
Hunger Task Force is Milwaukee’s Free & Local food bank and Wisconsin’s anti-hunger leader. The organization’s core values are Dignity, Justice, Equity, Compassion and Stewardship. Hunger Task Force feeds people today by providing healthy and culturally appropriate food to hungry children, families and seniors in the community absolutely free of charge. Hunger Task Force also works to end future hunger by advocating for strong public policies and nutrition programs at the local, state and federal level. For more information, visit HungerTaskForce.org.
Brewers Community Foundation (BCF) harnesses the pride, passion and commitment of Brewers fans, players and other supporters to positively impact the lives of children and their families in the Greater Milwaukee area and throughout Wisconsin. For more than a decade, BCF has generated more than $60 million to support local non-profits in the areas of health, education, recreation and basic needs. Approximately 200 non-profit organizations receive funding annually throughout the Foundation’s initiatives. Visit brewers.com/BCF to learn about ways you can join the team that goes to bat for those in need.
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