As The River Food Pantry works hard to recover food—that would otherwise go to waste—from around Dane County to provide a wide array of groceries for your household, you may find some items that are past their best-by dates. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, food expir...
Of all the changes at The River caused by the pandemic, perhaps the largest one was moving pantry sessions outdoors to support the health of clients, volunteers, and staff. While this transition was necessary, it was difficult as it took away something our clients value greatly: choice. While we ...
While we hate to admit it, summer will come to an end. But that means school will begin. As many students return to in-person learning, The River Food Pantry is hosting a community-wide school supplies drive in collaboration with the Northside Planning Council. As you browse the aisles or en...
According to the US Census, in Dane County in 2019, more than 22,000 households did not have enough income to provide the food needed for their family. That’s 1 in 10 neighbors who simply can’t afford the rising costs of food. Making a grant through your donor-advised fund to The River ...
VOTE FOR US PLEASE! Help us win the madison.com People’s Choice Awards for Best Charitable Organization in Madison! VOTE HERE. You can vote ONCE PER DAY from June 21–July 11. Voting is fast and easy. Plus, you will help raise awareness of The River’s efforts to feed thousands of Dan...
We’re participating in the myWalgreens donation program! You can donate your myWalgreens cash rewards to The River Food Pantry thru August 31, 2021. At Walgreens, you’ll earn unlimited 1% Walgreens Cash rewards when you shop and you can choose how much to donate. It’s that easy. Whether you’...
On Monday, June 21 from 3:30–6pm, The River Food Pantry will be a host of Make Music Madison, a free outdoor musical experience celebrated annually on the summer solstice. Live music at The River will be provided by Northbound Train, the band of our very own Operations Specialist Ben Kauth. ...
Inland Empire Community Foundation provided The River the largest grant the food pantry has ever received. MADISON, Wis. — March 25, 2021 — The River Food Pantry recently received a $422,500 grant from the Inland Empire Community Foundation — the largest gift the food pantry has seen since...
Make a Difference Through a Donation to The River Food Pantry It’s easy to get the terms confused. Food banks and food pantries are both nonprofit organizations but each plays a different role in the fight against hunger. Food banks solicit, receive, inventory and store food donations. Donations c...
The River Food Pantry is Here to Serve You and Your Family Many factors can lead to food insecurity: changes in employment, family situations, unexpected expenses and other unforeseen circumstances. Today, more Americans must supplement their food resources for the very first time. Being in this ...
The River Food Pantry is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $25,000 Good Neighbor Grant from Ascendium....
More than 500 households received groceries on Wednesday alone During its Thanksgiving grocery distribution last....