Fighting Poverty.  ending hunger.  locally.

BPNN operates one of the busiest food pantries in Dane County, WI.  We also offer free community meals, nutrition education for seniors and kids, hands-on cooking classes in our Prairie Kitchen, a community garden, and legal advocacy to fight homelessness and level the playing field for people without financial resources.  

We are 100% volunteer - all funds raised go toward programming and keeping the lights on. ​
Food Pantry Hours 
Monday: 10AM-12PM
Tuesday: 10AM-12PM
Thursday: 10AM-6:30PM
Friday: 10AM-12PM
Saturday: 10AM-12:30PM
Closed on Wednesdays and Sundays
​Last shopper starts  30 minutes before closing time.   ​​
Please call 2-1-1 if you need help when we are closed. ​

FREE Community Meal

Join us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday each month for a free community meal from 11:30AM - 12:45PM. EVERYONE is welcome.  No reservation is required - just show up.   
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Meals are served buffet style and usually include entres (including a vegetarian option), soup, salad, and dessert.

Mending Days! 

Sugar River United Methodist Church volunteers mend clothing during the 1st Saturday of every month.  

Enjoy lunch at the free community meal and let these talented ladies hem
your skirts or slacks; replace buttons; fix a ripped seam, tear, hole, strap, or belt loop.  Learn more...

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Our organization has earned the 2018 GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency, showcasing the progress and results we’re making toward our mission! Check out our @GuideStarUSA profile: BPNN Platinum Seal@GuideStarUSA

Weather Policy

The BPNN facility and the food pantry close when Verona schools are closed due to bad weather or road conditions.  Please see our bad weather policy.  If you are having a food emergency, please call 2-1-1.

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BPNN BOard ELections: 

At the annual meeting of the BPNN Board of Directors a new slate of officers take the reins.  Learn More...

Flags-4-Food 2018

Subscriptions Now Being Accepted
BPNN's popular Flags-4-Food program is now accepting subscriptions for the 2018 holiday season.  For just $50, we will install a flag in your front yard on 4 flag holidays: Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Veteran's Day.   No matter when you subscribe, you'll get a flag on the next 4 holidays!

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