How Madison Food Pantries are Weathering a Storm of Uncertainty
Food insecurity continues to dominate headlines both in local and national news spheres. And with good reason. In Wisconsin, over 700,000 people rely on FoodShare benefits to feed themselves and their families. In Dane County, that number is more than 65,000 and growing. Today, local food pantries are navigating uncertain territory between conflicting directions from the federal government and increased need from local residents. Host Bianca Martin dives into the issue with Ellen Carlson, Wayforward Resources executive director.
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