West Allis Community Food Drive underway; how you can help

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WEST ALLIS, Wis. - West Allis launched a community food drive on Monday, citing a rise in food insecurity and uncertainty surrounding food assistance benefits amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.

What you can do:

The West Allis Community Food Drive is accepting non-perishable food items and monetary donations now through Dec. 31. All donations will help local food pantries.

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Donations can be dropped off during normal business hours at:

West Allis City Hall: 7525 W. Greenfield Ave.
West Allis Public Library: 7421 W. National Ave.
West Allis Police Department: 11301 W. Lincoln Ave.
West Allis Farmers Market: 6501 W. National Ave. – Saturdays from 1-5 p.m. or Tuesdays/Thursdays from 12-5 p.m. through Nov. 29 only. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
WAWM Recreation & Community Service Department: 2450 S. 68th St.
Southwest Suburban Health Department – West Allis: 7120 W. National Ave.
West Milwaukee Village Hall: 4755 W. Beloit Rd.
Greenfield Public Library: 5310 W. Layton Ave.
Greenfield City Hall: 7325 W Forest Home Ave.

Non-perishable food items that are being accepted include:

Beans
Boxed or powdered milk
Canned protein (tuna, chicken, ham)
Canned fruits and veggies
Cereal
Dressings and marinades
Pasta
Peanut butter
Rice
Spaghetti
Tomato sauce
Soups

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Monetary donations can be made through the nonprofit Community Impact Partnership & Foundation:

Check – made out to Community Impact Partnership and Foundation and mailed to City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave, West Allis, WI 53214.
Online – donate securely through the Community Impact Partnership & Foundation.

Donations are also accepted through Ridge Community Church, serving the Greenfield community.

The Source: The City of West Allis released information about the food drive.

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