Our Impact Touches Neighbors in Need Across Dane County

Each number in the 2024 Impact Report below represents a real person. It could be a parent struggling to feed their children, a senior choosing between rent and medication, or someone trying to rebuild their life after a crisis. Whatever the case, our employees, volunteers, and members provide help with respect and compassion. Whether it’s food, clothing, or a safe place to store belongings, we respond to urgent needs and help create long-term stability for neighbors in need.

Beyond material items, our programs bring hope. Hope for today and hope for a better tomorrow. Thank you for joining us in helping our neighbors in need. Your commitment to serving neighbors in need — in thoughtful and creative ways — makes a difference and helps build a stronger, more compassionate community.

Your 2024 Impact…

• 37,172 families received food from the food pantry
• 4,806 adults and kids got clothing vouchers
• 2,708 families got air beds, cribs, bedding and blankets
• 1,020 families got furniture vouchers
• 461 patients served at the pharmacy
• 230 requests for micro loans
• 127 people struggling with homelessness stored personal belongings at Vinny’s Lockers
• 54 different produce varieties grown at Lacy Garden
• 21 families received case management support through the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Program

Previous Impact Reports

• 2023
• 2022
• 2021
• 2020