Contact:
Michelle Keffer
715-207-5562
keffer.michelle@securityhealth.org\
Matt Schneider
715-858-4427
schneider.matthew@marshfieldclinic.org
CHIPPEWA FALLS – Food insecurity – limited or uncertain access to enough food to live an active, healthy life – is an ongoing concern across the nation as well as here in Wisconsin. One local organization working to alleviate food insecurity is Legacy Community Center.
Located in Chippewa Falls, the mission of Legacy Community Center and its Agnes’ Table meal program is to meet the nutritional needs of, and provide a safe space for, low-income individuals to reach their highest potential through listening, advocating and facilitating connection with community partners.
Recognizing Legacy Community Center’s focus on overall wellness, Security Health Plan and Marshfield Clinic Health System’s Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire have provided financial support to the organization.
Funding from Security Health Plan and Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire will help pay for operational expenses as well as an audit. Audits provide an outside set of eyes, transparency and peace of mind to donors as Legacy Community Center applies for additional support.
“Contributions allow us to continue our journey to provide warm, nutritious meals and groceries from our food pantry to people experiencing food insecurity,” said Faye Peterson, administrative assistant, Legacy Community Center.
Legacy Community Center offers individuals and families a safe space to share their stories and obtain helpful information regarding various agencies and organizations within the Chippewa Valley and surrounding areas.
“We’re a no questions asked facility and anyone who walks through our doors is welcome to learn about helpful resources, eat and socialize with us in a safe and warm environment,” Peterson said. “We believe in every person’s right to dignity. If people feel comfortable they will benefit in many ways, not only physically but emotionally as well.”
The Security Health Plan and Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire collaboration with Legacy Community Center demonstrates how seriously all three organizations take their calling to improve the lives and well-being of Wisconsin residents.
