Power Test Annual Food Drive

Every year during the first week of November, Power Test employees hold a food drive to support the Milwaukee Rescue Mission.  The Milwaukee Rescue Mission is committed to changing the lives of the homeless through both short and long-term programs around the city.  A major part of their effort includes feeding the poor in the area, especially around the holidays. Employees were encouraged to bring their non-perishable food items in over the course of the week to aid them in their cause.

In addition to the food drive, the company, as well as individual employees, made financial contributions towards the mission.  These donations were matched dollar for dollar by a statewide grant, doubling the impact of Power Test’s generosity.

On the day of the collection, employees at Power Test hold their own pot luck lunch to come together and turn their donation into a company wide gesture. During the meal, employees have the chance to hear from Milwaukee Rescue Mission volunteers about the work that they do and all the good that will be accomplished with the donation.

Milwaukee Rescue Mission’s Impact on the Community

To the surprise of many in southeastern Wisconsin, Milwaukee is one of the poorest cities in America.  1 out of 3 of our neighbors lives in poverty, with children making up a disheartening percentage of that population. Each year, the Milwaukee Rescue Mission serves over 300,000 meals, delivers 40,000 items of clothing, and provides over 100,000 nights of shelter. Contributions like the one made by Power Test go a long way towards improving these numbers, but there is plenty of work left to do.

A simple gesture, something as small as a hot plate of food, can have lasting consequences on those who are in need.  We encourage you to visit the Milwaukee Rescue Mission online to see how your generosity can make a difference.