Providing high-quality, telephone-based assistance to counties without in-person outreach assistance and also provides statewide coordination, technical assistance, and support.  

Jules Lee
FoodShare Outreach Statewide
Program Director
JLee@feedingwi.org
(608) 960-4511

Jules joined Feeding Wisconsin in November 2022. He has worked with the emergency food program over the span of twenty-two years in both Wisconsin and Indiana. As a former recipient of SNAP benefits as a child and young adult, he is looking forward to supporting Wisconsinites across the lifespan in their enrollment or maintenance of FoodShare benefits .

Providing in-person outreach and application assistance in counties in the Eastern half of the state.

Jorge Richards
Bilingual FoodShare Helpline Coordinator
jrichards@feedingamericawi.org 
(414) 312-3090

Jorge has worked in medical and community settings for over 8 years. He feels happy to use his ability to speak Spanish and English to help individuals and professionals better communicate as an interpreter, facilitator, and advocate. Jorge has experience working with Medicaid, FoodShare, County Departments, Hospitals, and many other fields. He finds satisfaction and happiness in helping people. Although Jorge was born and raised in Quito, Ecuador, he feels like a Wisconsinite. He has lived in the Fox Valley area for the last 14 years, where he met his wife of almost 10 years. He enjoys watching the Packers and Brewers play, spending time with his wife and two Labradors, hiking, or reading a good book.

For Jorge, each interaction is an opportunity to build relationships, make our community stronger, and contribute positively to our neighbor’s well-being. For him, there is no better feeling than turning frustration into hope, and giving individuals a reason to smile.

Madison Bjostad
FoodShare Outreach Specialist
mbjostad@feedingamericawi.org
262-581-2220

My name is Madison Bjostad, and I am a FoodShare Outreach Specialist focusing on Racine, Kenosha, and Walworth counties. I began working in the hunger landscape when I started with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin as their Americorp Vista. During my time as a Vista I was fortunate enough to work on a community maternal health program, a coalition working to provide free school meals to Wisconsin’s students, and get to know the communities of Southeastern Wisconsin. If you have any questions about FoodShare and whether you might be eligible please feel free to call or text me at 262-581-2220.

Madison serves Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth Counties.

Peter Herrmann
FoodShare Outreach Specialist
pherrmann@feedingamericawi.org
(262) 581-2220

My name is Peter, I went to school and graduated from UW-Oshkosh after growing up in the Milwaukee area. I'm happy to help anyone when it comes to FoodShare, whether that's answering questions, helping with applications and renewals, or sifting through new information to assist you when new policies begin being implemented.

Peter serves Jefferson (East of State Road 26), Waukesha, Walworth, Racine, Kenosha, Marathon, Madison, and Milwaukee counties.

Janna Habeck
FoodShare Outreach Specialist
jhabeck@feedingamericawi.org
(262) 581-2216

Hi, my name is Janna and I am the Foodshare Outreach Specialist for Sheboygan, Ozaukee, Washington, Waukesha, Dodge, and Jefferson counties. I moved back to the state of Wisconsin about 4 years ago. Since moving back I worked at Washington county as a Economic Support Specialist. My role involved enrolling families and individuals for Foodshare, BadgerCare and Medicaid.

Prior to moving back to Wisconsin I lived in Colorado Springs for 15 years. In Colorado I worked for the WIC program for 14 years. I would provide nutrition education and breast feeding support for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women as well as infants and children up to age 5.

Janna serves Marquette, Green Lake, Fond Du Lac, Dodge (East of State Road 26), Washington, and Ozaukee counties.

Kate Coakley-Whitehead
Network Partnership Coordinator/ FoodShare Outreach Specialist
kcoakley@feedingamericawi.org
(414) 865-4647

Hi, my name is Kate, and I have been with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin since January 2024, and I serve Milwaukee County. My passion is fighting food insecurity within the community by ensuring every person has access to nutritious meals. Prior to joining Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, I partnered with daycare providers to help ensure no child went hungry outside of school hours through CACFP programs.

Kate serves Milwaukee county.

Miriam De La Herran
Senior Bilngual Foodshare Outreach Specialist 
mdelaherran@feedingamericawi.org
(414) 865-0776

Hi, my name is Miriam. I started working at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin as a FoodShare Outreach Specialist in December 2024. I've always enjoyed helping others, and working in nonprofit organizations has given me the chance to support individuals and families who need it most. In my role, I make sure people have the resources they need to live healthier lives. I have experience in health research, community outreach, and teaching, which helps me assist families dealing with challenges like food insecurity, housing issues, and getting access to healthcare.

I'm fluent in both English and Spanish, and I’m happy to provide one-on-one support with applications, advocacy, and education.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and friends, exploring the outdoors, gardening, and getting involved in local community projects. It's very rewarding to make a difference in people's lives, and seeing the relief on families' faces reminds me that no one should go hungry.

Miriam serves Oconto, Wood, Portage, Outagamie, Waushara, Waupaca, Manitowoc, Calumet, Winnebago

Providing in-person outreach and assistance in Adams, Columbia, Crawford, Dane, Dodge, Grant, Green, Iowa, Jefferson, Juneau, Lafayette, Monroe, Richland, Rock, Sauk, and Vernon Counties.

Heidi Healy
FoodShare Outreach Manager
heidi.healy@secondharvestsw.org
(608) 630-3449

Heidi joined the FoodShare Outreach team in December 2016 and serves Dane County. Heidi had many years working in the human service field and is excited to be helping individuals in the community meet their FoodShare needs!

Brian Larson
FoodShare Outreach Specialist
brian.larson@secondharvestsw.org
(608) 807-7859
Brian has been with the FoodShare Outreach team since 2009. He serves Adams, Crawford, Grant, Iowa, Juneau, Monroe, Richland, Sauk, Lafayette, and Vernon counties.

LaShima Grosskopf
FoodShare Outreach Specialist
lashima.grosskopf@secondharvestsw.org
(608) 630-1181

LaShima joined the FoodShare Outreach Team in October 2018. She has an extensive background in working with diverse populations of people. LaShima grew up in Rock County and, is familiar with resources in the area. LaShima enjoys being an advocate in assisting individuals and families in meeting their FoodShare needs. LaShima serves Rock, Green, Dane, and Lafayette Counties.

Sofia Sanchez
Billingual FoodShare Outreach Specialist
sofia.sanchez@secondharvestsw.org
(608) 515-4113

I have always had a passion for helping others throughout my career working in nonprofit organizations. I’ve had the opportunity to support the Spanish speaking community through different programs available to low-income families. If they are facing the electricity being turned off or at risk of being homeless and now food insecurity these challenges are every day a struggle for our community. It is so rewarding to be able to support the families I come to connect with. Their smiling faces are a sign of relief that people do care and that no one should go hungry!

Please call the Helpline if you live in the following counties: Barron, Buffalo, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau, and Washburn counties.

Please call the Helpline if you live in the following counties: Burnett, Polk, Pierce, or St. Croix counties.