KENOSHA, Wis. – Today, on National Food Bank Day, Opportunity Wisconsin and Public Brewing Company in Kenosha are kicking off the “Pints for a Purpose” food drive to support local organizations working to prevent hunger. Through September 19th, anyone who brings in non-perishable food items to the brewery will receive a token for a free pint, with donations supporting the Shalom Center and The Sharing Center—two organizations fighting hunger in Kenosha and Kenosha County.
The food drive comes after steep cuts to SNAP included in the Republican Tax Law are threatening to take food away from tens of thousands of Wisconsin families. These cuts, along with tariffs increasing the cost of food and other goods, make local food banks more crucial than ever.
“No family should have to worry about where their next meal is coming from or how they’ll afford groceries, yet that is the current reality for too many Wisconsinites. We’re excited to partner with Public Brewing Company to encourage members of the community to support local organizations who are fighting hunger and supporting families in need,” said Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh.
The drive runs through September 19th, with donations accepted at the bar or in collection bins by the host stand. Participants who donate today will also receive an extra bingo card for Granny Bingo with host Ester Flonaze, which runs from 8:00 – 10:00 PM. Public Brewing Company is located at 628 58th St., Kenosha, WI.
Opportunity Wisconsin recently partnered with local ice cream parlors in Eau Claire and La Crosse for food drives which secured over 550 pounds of non-perishable food items and household goods to support local organizations.
