MONROE — The Weekend Food Programs For Students, providing weekend backpack foods to participating students in the Wisconsin school districts of Albany, Black Hawk, Brodhead, Juda, Monticello, New Glarus, and Pecatonica, announced generous support from the Alliant Energy Foundation. This support will enable the program to purchase food from local vendors and the Second Harvest Food Bank in Madison.

The weekend food backpacks contain a variety of healthy and easy-to-prepare food items, ensuring students have the sustenance they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

“We believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed and that starts with having enough nutritious food,” said Andy Kitslaar, executive director, Alliant Energy Foundation. “By supporting the Weekend Food Programs For Students, we are helping eliminate food insecurity for students and providing our partners necessary resources to make a difference in the communities we serve.”

Jeannie Blumer, volunteer for Weekend Food Programs For Students, expressed gratitude for the donation.  

“This generous donation from the Alliant Energy Foundation will make a significant impact on the lives of many students,” Blumer said. “We are deeply appreciative of their support and commitment to end hunger.”

The Alliant Energy Foundation supports local programs focused on food insecurity awareness, food pantries and food banks. Through partnership with local organizations, the Alliant Energy Foundation aims to create a brighter future for the customers and communities they serve. In 2023, the Alliant Energy Foundation invested over $1.2 million in hunger and housing initiatives.  

For more information on the Weekend Food Programs For Students, contact a participating school.