Kenosha WI, (October 28, 2025) In response to the effects of the government shutdown, Shalom Center is offering three Pop-Up Food Pantry days:

• Wednesday, November 5, 2025 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm
• Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm
• Monday, November 24, 2025 at 3:30pm to 5:30pm

The Pop-up Food Pantry will take place at Shalom Center. Pantry Guests are requested to enter through Door 5 where they will pick up pre-made boxes of food. For anyone new to the Food Pantry, Shalom Center asks that you bring your Wisconsin ID and a recent piece of mail (bill, legal doc, etc.) to complete your registration. These days are in addition to Food Pantry patrons regularly scheduled pantry pick-up days.

“We know many families are stretched to their limits right now, and it can feel overwhelming to meet even the most basic needs. Our hope is that these Pop-Up Food Pantry days help ease that burden and remind our neighbors they are not alone,” said Esther Roberts, Executive Director at Shalom Center.

Shalom Center serves as the only homeless shelter, largest food pantry, and longest running nightly meal program in Kenosha County. The mission of Shalom Center is to serve the community by providing emergency food, shelter, and support in ways that meet immediate needs and respect human dignity.

“We always strive to provide healthy, nutritious food to our Food Pantry patrons. We are blessed to have strong community support and amazing food partners,” stated April Guenther, Food Programs Director at Shalom Center. “These additional Pop-up Food Pantry days are really a sign of that community support and dedication.”

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About the Center: Shalom Center is a 501(c)3 in Kenosha County serving as the only homeless shelter, largest food pantry, and longest running nightly meal program. Shalom Center is a community resource that provides housing, food, guidance, and support to individuals and families in need across our community. Our mission is simple: serve the community through food, shelter and supportive ways. We believe that this mission will help realize a greater vision: self-sufficiency by maximizing the potential of people we serve. https://www.shalomcenter.org/