About the Veteran-Owned Baking Kit Company
Bucket of Bread is a veteran-owned baking kit company based in La Crosse, Wisconsin. We craft small-batch baking kits made with clean, wholesome ingredients. Just add water and your imagination—no kneading or complicated steps.
You can make crusty loaves, soft cinnamon buns, chewy pretzels, fluffy naan, and so much more. Our kits come in recyclable buckets or compact boxes for easy storage and zero waste.
Even better, every purchase helps fight hunger. Because food should fill stomachs and hearts.
From Army Boots to Oven Mitts
I’m Chris Wysong—Army veteran, baker, and founder of Bucket of Bread. I joined the U.S. Army right out of high school and spent over 20 years in service. During that time, I traveled the world, including to Desert Storm, Korea, Panama, Guatemala, and Iraq.
While stationed in Germany, I fell in love with real bakery bread—fresh, simple, and comforting. Then, in Iraq, I found myself baking with Iraqi Army cooks. We didn’t share a language, but we shared a purpose: feeding others.
That unexpected moment reminded me that food connects people—even in the hardest places.
The Bucket That Changed Everything
While living in Wisconsin, I kept baking. I made loaves for events and charity fundraisers. That’s when people started calling me “The Bread Guy.”
One night, I had a dream—literally. I imagined putting my dough recipe in a bucket and using that as a platform to help people. I tried it, and it worked.
With support from local small business resources I turned that dream into a plan. After renovating a facility, passing inspections, finding insurance, and securing licenses, Bucket of Bread was born.
Meet the Founder
Want to learn more about Bucket of Bread, what you get, and how using our products help? Watch this quick video message.
“What is Bucket of Bread?” – Founder Chris Wysong explains the mission in this short video.
Why We’re Different
Our mission is to make baking easier—and more meaningful. That’s why we donate at least 10% of profits to charities fighting food insecurity.
We also allow customers to send buckets directly to food banks across the U.S. When you buy from us, you’re feeding more than just your family.
Plus, our mixes are free from preservatives, added sugars, artificial colors, and unnecessary fillers. Because real food should come from real ingredients.
Bake with Purpose
When you bake with Bucket of Bread, you’re joining a growing community of people who care. Our customers don’t just love bread—they love giving back. Together, we:
- Deliver baking kits to food banks
- Support nonprofits working to end hunger
- Raise awareness about food insecurity in America
Every baking kit counts. Every action matters. Let’s ‘rise’ together—one loaf at a time.
Don’t Miss a Recipe—or a Good Deed
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Join the Bucket of Bread newsletter to:
- Get 2x monthly updates
- Access new recipes and baking tips
- Be the first to hear about giveaways and discounts
- Stay connected with our food-fighting mission
It’s free, fun, and full of purpose.
Special Thank You to Mom!
I love you, Mom!
Mom, thank you for teaching me how to cook and bake—and for always believing in this dream. The Bucket of Bread baking kit company wouldn’t exist without you.
Delivering Freshness Every Day at a Time
Everything shipped from Bucket of Bread is mailed through the United States Postal Service. Choose between the options of Ground or Priority Mail. Everything is insured, tracked, and fast! Orders usually ship within 24-hours of your order. Selecting the local pick-up option is easy too! Bucket of Bread local orders all have a system to ensure your desired pick-up time works conveniently for your schedule!
Sustainability Considerations
The box kits come in a recyclable cardboard box. The buckets are made from 100% recyclable High Density Poly Ethylene plastics. HDPE plastic is the most environmentally stable of all plastics – giving off no harmful fumes into the environment. Manufacturing HDPE plastics requires only a fraction of the energy required to produce steel from iron ore, further contributing to its classification of being Eco-friendly.
Made in the United States of America
Bucket of Bread sources all ingredients and packaging through established American-based companies. American products and ingredients provides customers high-quality ingredients while also supporting local economies. Bucket of Bread is 100% Veteran Owned.
