Donate Food

Donating food is the most direct method of supporting The FOOD Pantry’s mission. A good rule of thumb for donating is: if you’d serve it, we want it. We handle all types of perishable and shelf stable foods, but here is a shortlist of items we look for the most and the times we accept them.

Donation Hours

Donations can be brought directly to The FOOD Pantry warehouse. Drop off entrance is at door #5.

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Additional evening hours: Monday, 5:00 PM to  8:00 PM
Saturday, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

If you have questions about making a food donation call 262-522-2374 or email the Food Resource Manager.

Donate through Amazon Wish List orders.


Most Commonly Needed Food Items

These listed items are often needed but for the most up to date needs it is best to contact the Food Resource Manager.

  • Shelf stable fruits
    • Canned in Water or its own Juice
    • especially popular - pineapple and mandarin Oranges
  • Whole grain Cereals
  • Ready to eat soups with Meat
  • Canned pasta with meat
  • Shelf stable milk alternatives
    • Such as Soy or Almond Milk
  • shelf stable proteins
    • tuna, chicken, Ham, tofu
  • 100% Fruit Juice

Infant & Toddler Needs

  • Formula
    • especially Similac® formula
    • No Baby Foods are needed at this time
  • Diapers
    • particularly size 5 & 6
    • Any size Pull-Ups
  • Baby Wipes
  • Pediasure