To the Editor:

Have you ever found yourself choosing between buying groceries and paying for medicine at the end of the month? Or maybe you’ve found yourself skipping fruits and vegetables and opting for cheaper, less nutritious foods so you have money to pay your utility bill? We believe these are choices no one should
have to make.

And that’s why we’d like to make sure you are familiar with a benefit you may be eligible for called FoodShare. It’s a monthly benefit deposited on a debit-like card, the QUEST Card, to help with buying food. This can free up money for bills, medications and other necessities. It’s a completely free benefit to those who are eligible. Eligibility is based on income and certain expenses; many people who are working or receiving Social Security are eligible.

Plus, claiming FoodShare benefits helps your local community. The USDA estimates that for every $5 spent in FoodShare benefits, about $9 circulates through local businesses and to our farmers. Claiming benefits you are eligible for is a great way to stretch your grocery budget while supporting your local
community!

Applying is fast, easy, and confidential. We have a team of FoodShare Outreach Specialists who would be happy to assist you with the process. Call our FoodShare Helpline toll-free at 1-877-366-3635 {INSERT LOCAL NUMBER TEXT – or locally at 715-257-4558; 920-644-5448; 608-467-1657} and we can answer any
questions you may have and set up a time to help you apply.

Cassie Faulks
Community Impact Manager
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin