Help us build the bridge
The Face of Hunger is not what you think.
In Walworth County, 4 in 10 of those you pass on the street today will experience food insecurity at some time this year.
The Walworth County Food Pantry is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.
Federal Tax ID #26-4560796
We abide by the USDA non-discrimination and privacy policy.
Neighbors helping Neighbors
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monetary Donation
monetary Donation
One time or recurring
We rely solely on individual donations, non-governmental grants, and private corporate gifts.
Your gifts, both large and small, enable us to feed our neighbors, fight hunger in our community, and meet people's most basic and essential needs. Please consider making a one-time donation or a monthly, recurring gift. We work hard to keep our overhead very low and put every dollar to use in providing food and other goods to our Walworth County guests.
Food or Supplies
monetary Donation
monetary Donation
Every can, every box makes a difference
Donations are accepted every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and by appointment Monday through Thursday. Please drive to the back of the building, enter the red awning doorway, and ring the doorbell.
FUNdraising
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FUNdraising
A strong community of neighbors helping neighbors
Whether it's a child's birthday wish, friends joining forces to change lives, or businesses making a difference through teambuilding, we have many ideas for you to have fun while raising money (or collecting food) to help us fight hunger in Walworth County.
When you're ready, give us a call and we'll be happy to provide support with brochures or speakers. We also love to take pictures and share our appreciation. If you post your FUNdraiser on Facebook, please remember to tag us.
Legacy Giving, please consider the following options
Life Insurance Policy or Will Beneficiary
Life Insurance Policy or Will Beneficiary
Life Insurance Policy or Will Beneficiary
Name The Bridge Food & Diaper Bank as a Beneficiary of a Life Insurance Policy or in your Will.
You can designate an amount or percentage of your estate.
Naming The Bridge as a Beneficiary can have positive tax benefits to include enabling you to deduct any premiums paid on your policy to date or in the future.
Retirement Plan Beneficiary
Life Insurance Policy or Will Beneficiary
Life Insurance Policy or Will Beneficiary
Name The Bridge Food & Diaper Bank as a Beneficiary in your Retirement Plan.
Many of us retire with several IRA or 401K plans acquired from various terms of employment throughout our careers. Often these represent funds we do not truly need to maintain our lifestyles.
Contact your Plan Administrator and designate The Bridge Food and Diaper Bank as the beneficiary of the plan. The plan benefit may prove to be a tax-deductible gift.
Charitable Gift Annuity
Life Insurance Policy or Will Beneficiary
Charitable Gift Annuity
Establish a Charitable Gift Annuity.
Receive and retain the generous income which the Annuity will generate for your lifetime with the remaining value of the Annuity being a gift to The Bridge Food & Diaper Bank. Herein, the projected value of the concluding gift could be immediately tax deductible.
Charitable Gift Land
Stocks or Bonds, Registered Agent
Charitable Gift Annuity
Donate or leave land as a charitable gift.
By donating or leaving land as a gift to The Bridge Food & Diaper Bank, you can benefit from the immediate tax deduction of the estimated value of the land while releasing yourself or your estate from the liability of property taxes and other expenses related to the ownership of the land.
Stocks or Bonds, Registered Agent
Stocks or Bonds, Registered Agent
Stocks or Bonds, Registered Agent
Donate Stocks or Bonds.
It may be advantageous for you to convey stocks, bonds, annuities, or retirement plans as a form of a charitable gift. Please contact the Registered Agent for The Bridge Food & Diaper Bank:
Sierra Financial Services
Jim Pfeil
(262) 723-3981
Thank you!
Stocks or Bonds, Registered Agent
Stocks or Bonds, Registered Agent
Please Note: The Bridge Food & Diaper Bank recommends that you contact your estate or tax planning professionals to be certain that any planned gift is appropriate for your estate planning purposes or tax situation.
Together we lift our neighbors in need and fight to end hunger in Walworth County.
Thank you for your consideration.
Investment Accounts, a note from our Development Director
Did you know that you can make a meaningful impact on our mission by giving directly from your investment accounts? Making a gift through your ROTH IRA or other retirement accounts is a smart way to support our work while maximizing your giving potential.
Benefits of Giving Through Your Investment Accounts:
- Tax Advantages: If you're 70½ or older, you can make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA, reducing your taxable income.
- Ease and Flexibility: Direct gifts from your ROTH IRA can support our mission without affecting your cash flow.
- Amplify Your Legacy: Your investment-based donation can have a lasting impact on families facing food insecurity and economic challenges.
How to Get Started:
- Consult your financial advisor or IRA custodian to understand the specifics of your account.
- Inform your IRA administrator that you’d like to make a charitable gift to The Bridge Food and Diaper Bank
- Let us know about your gift so we can thank you and ensure your contribution is applied to the programs you care about most.
If you’d like to learn more about giving through investment accounts, please contact Elizabeth at elizabeth@thebridgewalco.org or 708-212-4728. Together, we can turn your investments into life-changing services for our neighbors in need!
