WayForward joined five other large Dane County food pantries last week to share the story of the rising need in the community. Household visits are up 112% over the last two years and pantry leaders shared concerns about how to continue to keep up with demand. “This serves as an emergency resource for individuals and families who are just not making enough money to cover their basic needs. Many of those seeking assistance are working full-time jobs but still struggle to make ends meet,” WayForward Executive Director Ellen Carlson told WKOW TV.  The increase in need also received coverage in  The Capital Times and on WMTV-15 News. “People in this community are generous, so that’s why we’re sharing this story,” WayForward Communications Manager Jenny Price told WMTV.

Middleton Times Tribune
Demand at Dane County pantries

WKOW 27
Dane Co. food pantries struggle with 112% increase in demand

The Capital Times
Dane County food pantries say demand surged to record highs

WMTV-15
Dane Co. food pantries seek community support as demand skyrockets

Demand at Dane Co. food pantries jumps to 112% over last two years