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For the very latest on curbside pickup - go to Covid 19 Updates. For those who want to help: We are temporarily pausing donations of food from households. Please check at local grocery stores for ways to purchased items to BPNN.  If you are looking to help, and are able, please consider a monetary donation or sign up to volunteer.   

Guests: As a courtesy to our volunteers, please arrive at least 15 minutes before our scheduled closing time. If lines are at capacity before our closing time, we may need to cut-off the queue even earlier than 15 minutes before closing. We encourage you to arrive well before closing on holiday weeks and in advance of predicted bad weather.  Please check our reduced hours of operation for the weeks of December 21 and 28 and plan to shop the week before Christmas if possible. 

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Fighting Poverty.  ending hunger.  locally.

Badger Prairie Needs Network (BPNN)  operates one of the busiest food pantries in Dane County, Wisconsin. In 2019, we served over 14,000 individuals. With the onset of COVID-19, we are on track to serve over 20,000 individuals by year end 2020.
 
Food insecurity is real for too many in our community. Odds are, you may know of someone who needs help from organizations like BPNN, especially in light of high unemployment, low wages or bridging an unexpected expense.
 
While our operations have shifted from in pantry shopping to curbside pickup, our values at the core are unwavering. Our expanded service area includes all of Dane County, and guests may visit BPNN twice monthly.

We are 100% volunteer - all funds raised go toward our mission and keeping the lights on. ​ Learn more about us in our annual report.
Curbside Pantry Hours 
Tuesday: 10AM-12PM
Thursday: 11AM-6:30PM
Friday: 10AM-12PM
Saturday: 10AM-12:30PM
*See holiday hours below

Closed on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays

​We will be closed November 26, 27 & 28.

In December, we will be closed on the following dates:
​Dec. 23 - Dec. 28
Dec 30 - Jan. 4
​As a courtesy to our volunteers, shoppers are asked to arrive no later than 15 minutes before our scheduled closing time.*

*If lines are at capacity, we may close the line before the scheduled end time to ensure everyone is able to be served in a timely manner. 
Please call 2-1-1 if you need help when we are closed. ​

BPNN has schedule updates for the holiday season.  Please call first if you are unsure. 

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
  • Now serving all of Dane County.
  • Guests may visit two times per month.
  • New to BPNN? On your first visit, please bring original ID for each member of your household and proof of address in our service area.
  • Curbside pickup will continue through the foreseeable future.
  • Community meals have been cancelled for the remainder of 2020.
  • Mending days suspended until further notice.
  • Follow our Facebook page to learn of upcoming food drives and ways you can help.

MOST NEEDED ITEMS

Food, Essentials & Supplies       
​- these items are always in high demand:

Cooking oil
Canned tuna and chicken
Cereal
Peanut butter
Bar soap
Laundry detergent
Paper Bags

We appreciate items shipped directly to BPNN at 1200 E Verona Ave, Verona WI 53593. Alternatively, unexpired, unopened donations can be dropped at the pantry during open hours.  You may bypass the curbside drive-thru by going to the volunteer door at the back of the building and ringing the bell.

Monetary donations are always appreciated. To donate, click here.

Flags-4-Food 2021

Subscriptions for 2021 are being accepted now!!
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BPNN's popular Flags-4-Food program is now accepting subscriptions for 2021.  For just $50, we will install a beautiful American flag in your front yard on these three  holidays: Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day.   No matter when you subscribe, you'll get a flag on the next 3 holidays!  (Subscribe by 5/24/21 for Memorial Day delivery. ) 

Each subscription helps feed a family of three for 6 months!   Learn More
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