BPNN Facility updates: HVAC is not working - temps in the 80's inside.  
Shoppers with health issues are cautioned 

BPNN food pantry IS OPEN.  On Thursday, May 21 the HVAC air handling system at the BPNN facility stopped working.  Outside temps reached mid 90's and inside the facility it is between 85  and 90 degrees.  BPNN cancelled pantry shopping hours on Tuesday, May 29 while efforts were made to resolve the problem.  Parts for the repair have been ordered but work is not yet completed.  

Because local families need food assistance, BPNN is opening the pantry store only - no other programming will take place until temps can be brought down or weather naturally cools facility.  Thursday shopping (May 31 is from 10AM - 6:30PM (shoppers must register by 6PM to shop).  On Friday and Saturday, pantry hours will be 10AM - 12:00PM.  (again, arrive at least 30 minutes before closing).

For patrons with heat-induced or exasberated illness - please be aware that we will fewer volunteers available to help you and wait times could be long.  

​SATURDAY'S COMMUNITY MEAL, SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, JUNE 2 IS CANCELLED.  

BOard of Directors: New Officers Elected

At the annual meeting of the Badger Prairie Needs Network, longtime board president, Bob Kasieta and V.P. Paula Possin were presented Outstanding Acheivement Awards for their leadership of BPNN through some very interesting times.  

Bob Kasieta served on the Board of Directors since the organization incorporated as a 501c3 nonprofit in 2011.  Since 2013 he has served as president of the organization and led us through immense change and growth, including a successful capital campaign, negotiation of the lease with Dane County for our facility at 1200 E Verona Ave, remodeling of the facility, leadership transitions, and the introduction of exciting new programs and partnerships. 

Paula Possin was elected to the Board of Directors in 2014 and served two consecutive 2-year terms.  Paula served as Vice President of the Board for 2 years and provided consistency to the leadership team while sharing her considerable experience in financial services to the Board's fiscal and investment deliberations.  
Elections to the Board of Directors included re-election of Marcia Kasieta for a second 3-year term and the election of Board officers including: Kurt Billing, Board President; Tim Pederson, Vice President; and Lisa Hemauer, Secretary.  Ryan Smith was re-elected to serve as Treasurer for another 1-year term.   L to R: Ryan Smith, Lisa Hemauer. Tim Pederson, Kurt Billings.    





​Outgoing officers, Paula Possin (second from left) and  Bob Kasieta (far right) receive Outstanding Acheivement Awards from incoming officers Tim Pederson (Left) and Kurt Billings. 

New Study: Almost 1M Wisconsin Households Can't Make Ends Meet

42% of Wisconsin households can’t afford the basics of housing, food, health care, child care, and transportation, despite working. 65% of all jobs in Wisconsin pay less than $20 an hour and most pay less than $15 an hour. The jobs forecast shows low-paying jobs dominating the economy into the future.  Learn More at United Way Wisconsin ALICE

Mending Days: 1st Saturday of each month 

Sugar River United Methodist Church sponsors a Mending Day at Badger Prairie Needs Network on the 1st Saturday of each month.  

This FREE service is on a first come, first served basis when the food pantry is open. Repairs may include hems, buttons, a ripped seam, tear or hole to mend, straps or belt loops (no zippers pleaseJ). There is a 30 minute limit per person and some items may be declined due to complexity or condition of item.  

If you have questions or want more information, contact 608-279-7596.  Time to pull out your winter wear and see what needs a bit of TLC.  

Calendar of Events: For more information on activities at BPNN or room reservations, please email info@bpnn.org.