Fall is beginning

September 2025

FULL CARTS. FULLER HEARTS. SINCE 1979.

Message from Family Sharing

Fall is in the air and that means soup weather! Our annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser will be held on October 31st at Grafton High School!

Registration will be opening soon - keep an eye on your inbox for all the details.

This year we'll kick off our new Filling Carts & Hearts Online Auction right after the luncheon. The auction will run through November 8, 2025. There will be lots of great items for holiday gifts, or gifts for yourself!

Fabulous items are already starting to come in, and we’d love your help! If you have items, tickets, experiences, or other contributions for the auction, please contact Amy at amy@familysharingozaukee.org.

Be sure to follow us on social media and watch your emails for more updates. We can’t wait to make this another meaningful and successful year!

I’m proud to announce the launch of our new Program Sponsorship Opportunities — an impactful way for community partners to support the essential services we provide. Programs like Bags in Backpacks, Mobile Pantry, and Senior Food Support are only possible with community support. There are lots of levels to fit the budgets of different organizations. Thank you to the community sponsors who have already joined us in this mission. If you or your organization are interested in becoming a sponsor, we currently have opportunities available for our Senior, Mobile, and Bags in Backpacks programs. Please reach out to Amy at amy@familysharingozaukee.org to learn more.

A lot of people in our community are finding it challenging to make ends meet. These events make it possible to help. We are grateful to each community member who help us fill carts & hearts year 'round,

... Julie Hoover, Executive Director

We’re excited to announce our program sponsorship opportunities and to highlight our September Sponsors!

Our Bags in Backpacks program is packed with purpose — ensuring that every student has access to nourishing food over the weekend so they can return to school on Monday feeling supported, focused, and ready to learn.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors- You are making this happen!

🏆 Circle of Champion Sponsor

Crossroads Presbyterian Church & VBS Program

🎒 Backpack Partner

Mequon Thiensville Sunrise Rotary

📚Desk to Door Sponsor

Bank Five Nine

Mums for a Mission - Sold Out!

Thank you for your support!

Pick up is Monday, September 15 from 11 am - Noon

at Family Sharing, 1002 Overland Court, Grafton WI (store parking lot).

If you are unable to pick up at this time please contact amy@familysharingozaukee.org.

Groths Country Gardens has helped make this possible.

Back to School is starting!

Thank you to the local businesses and community groups who generously supported our school supply drive. Thanks to your efforts, countless backpacks are now filled with the supplies students need to start the school year strong.

Special thanks to:

Ansay & Associates
Rivoli Cedarburg
Cedarburg Toy Company
Baird – Mequon
Bank Five Nine – Mequon Branch
Grace Lutheran Church Vacation Bible School group

Our Community

This awesome group of girls from YMCA Kettle Moraine's summer class came to give back — and they brought such positive energy with them! After helping out, they enjoyed some fun shopping at our Family Sharing resale boutique.

Paws Pet Pantry helps provide struggling families with the resources they need to care for their pets.

Thank you to the amazing Bible study group from Crossroads who regularly share their time and energy! Your servant hearts and helping hands make a real difference as you help sort donations for our resale store at Family Sharing.

RBC Wealth Management - Mequon Branch - brings their team on a regular basis to volunteer at Family Sharing, demonstrating that their commitment to community extends beyond financial services.

KMC Stamping recently coordinated a food drive to benefit Family Sharing, helping us fill both carts and hearts. Their support helps ensure our shelves are stocked and local families have access to essential food and resources.

A special shoutout to RISE for all you do at Family Sharing — your time, energy, and support are truly appreciated! Preparing backpacks with school supplies is just one of the many projects you help with!

Grafton Chamber of Commerce members continue to give. The pasta drive was a success!

Ladies Night out in Grafton was full of glitter and glam! Many swapped purses with Family Sharing resale boutique.

The street in Port Washington was full at National Night Out. We enjoyed sharing the message of food insecurity and services offered in Ozaukee County.

Thank You for Joining Boozy Bingo at Lucky Devil's in Port Washington!

We're grateful to everyone who came out to play! Your participation and generous donations help provide fresh

food items like milk, eggs, produce, and more for our pantry clients.

Thank you to the Ozaukee County Democratic Party and all the generous community members who contributed to their monthly donation drive for the food pantries!

It was a pleasure to share our mission with the summer group from St. Johns XXIII and help them learn more about food pantries and how we serve the community.

We appreciated their donations to the pantry and the helping hands they brought with them.

Looking to schedule your business, group/organization or to volunteer in 2025-2026 or host a food drive?

Contact amy@familysharingozaukee.org

Resale Boutique

Fall Has Arrived at Family Sharing Resale Boutique!

We're all set for the season—are you?

Come explore our new fall décor, it's a perfect time to add a festive touch to your home and get ready for Halloween. Whether you're decorating or updating your wardrobe, we have just what you need.

Looking for a cozy sweater, warm coat, or new pair of jeans? We have a great selection of fall fashion to keep you comfortable and stylish. Don’t miss our fun accessories like purses, boots, scarves, and more!

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers who spent extra hours helping us make the seasonal switch—you make it all possible!

The boutique is ready for you to shop:

Tuesday – Saturday | 10 AM – 4 PM

Stop by and find your next treasure!

From the Pantry

Pop In at Family Sharing

We’re here to help! Stop by our Pop-Up Pantry — it's a great way to pick up some extra items for your household.

Community Connections

Students from St. Francis Borgia in Cedarburg recently volunteered their time and talents to work on a Giving Garden as a service project. The fresh vegetables they harvested and donated to the Family Sharing food pantry will be truly appreciated by the pantry's clients.

Thank you to all the students and supporters for working together to help those in need throughout Ozaukee County.

Community Events to Benefit Family Sharing