Once again, Waunakee, Wisconsin showed what dedication, organization, and community spirit can do! This year’s Food for Kidz meal-packing event ran like a well-oiled machine, filled with teamwork, joy, and purpose.
A Well-Organized Operation
The Waunakee team are true veterans — their planning and monthly meetings clearly paid off. From the moment volunteers arrived, everything ran smoothly. The sight of green (staff) and orange (muscle) shirts filled the room, each color representing a vital role in making the day a success. Everyone wore their shirts — and their hearts — with pride.
This event continues to thrive thanks to the dedication and leadership of so many. Over the last couple of years, there has been a careful transition of leadership from longtime organizers Mick and Jeanie Holm to Jamie Griffin. Jamie has been stepping into this role gradually, and her leadership has blended seamlessly with the guidance and experience of Mick and Jeanie, ensuring the event continues to run smoothly and successfully.
A Community That Shows Up
It’s clear that Waunakee loves to help others. Every volunteer slot was filled — with even a wait list of people eager to join in! From fundraising and table sponsors to meal packers of all ages, the entire community came together once again to make a difference.
The energy was contagious — upbeat music from the DJ kept spirits high, and a photographer captured all the smiles and teamwork throughout the day. It was a true celebration of service and community.
Efficiency in Action
Behind the scenes, the organization was just as impressive. A huge shoutout to John Gaska for his incredible data management and logistics — tracking pallet counts in real-time and providing instant feedback on the day’s progress. This level of organization shows why the Waunakee event runs so smoothly year after year.
By the end of the day, a full truckload of meals was ready to head out to Orphan Grain Train, part of Food for Kidz’s ongoing partnership to deliver food to those in need. The remaining meals will go to Feed My Lambs and local food pantries, ensuring both global and local impact.
Feed My Lambs Joins the Effort
Our friends from Feed My Lambs proudly packed 6,048 meals during their two-hour shift — what an incredible accomplishment! This team brought passion and heart to every step, living out the mission of feeding children with love and care.
Capturing and Sharing the Moment
Stay tuned — there’s amazing drone footage coming soon that will showcase the incredible teamwork and spirit of the day! 🚁
We also want to thank all the Waunakee volunteers who shared photos and posts on social media. Your enthusiasm and stories help spread awareness and inspire others to join our mission of feeding children around the world. Every post helps further our cause — and every meal packed brings hope to another child.
Looking Ahead
Waunakee, you’ve done it again. Your event is a model of efficiency, heart, and community spirit. We can’t wait to see what next year brings…
Will there be another 500,000 meal challenge? We wouldn’t be surprised! 💪
From all of us at Food for Kidz, thank you, Waunakee, for your continued dedication and for showing what can happen when a community comes together to serve others. You didn’t just pack meals — you packed hope. 💛
