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2023

In the 608: Support ReMitts and give back to local food pantries
Channel 3000 | December 18, 2023
Holiday rush expected at food pantries
Isthmus | December 7, 2023
Madison food pantries see ‘record demand’
Isthmus | November 23, 2023
Feeding Mouths and Minds this Holiday Season
WORT 89.9 FM | November 21, 2023
Life 102.5 Dealing with hunger in Madison and Dane County
Life 102.5 | November 18, 2023
Dane County leaders aim to further support food pantries
HNG News | November 16, 2023
Dane Co. gives more money to foodbanks among record demand
NBC 15 | November 15, 2023
Dane County Leaders Seek to Bolster Funding for Food Pantries Ahead of Busy Holiday Season
County of Dane, Office of the Dane County Executive| November 15, 2023
Parisi, county leaders look to use ARPA funds to support area food pantries
Channel 3000 | November 15, 2023
WATCH: Magic 98 fundraiser at The River Food Pantry
Channel 3000 | November 7, 2023
Madison College culinary arts students helping those in need this Thanksgiving
Channel 3000 | November 8, 2023
Dane Co. Board shifts some federal funding from Second Harvest as demand for food reaches record high
Channel 3000 | November 7, 2023
ReMitts spins wool into $750,000 to support Madison food pantries
Wisconsin State Journal | November 5, 2023
The River Food Pantry Assists Record Number Struggling with Food Insecurity
InBusiness | November 2023
Federal government must ensure funding for anti-hunger programs during shutdowns
The Badger Herald | October 5, 2023
Food pantries prepare for possible government shutdown
Spectrum 1 News Wisconsin | September 27, 2023
North Siders won’t let their community fall through the cracks
Wisconsin State Journal | September 24, 2023
Feed the Resistance: Pumpkin Spice Dump Cake!
The Resistance | September 22, 2023
Virent and Marathon Petroleum partner to fill food pantry’s emergency food lockers for a year
Marathon Petroleum | September 6, 2023
Feed the Resistance: Veggie Burgers!
The Resistance | August 25, 2023
Feed the Resistance: Minocqua Beer and More!
The Resistance | August 11, 2023
Hungry? Check out your local library!
Madison Public Library Impact | August 10, 2023
St. Vincent food pantry in Madison sees record-high use
The Cap Times | August 9, 2023
Jewish values helped prompt food lockers
The Wisconsin Jewish Chronicle | August 8, 2023
Meet a Northside Nonprofit Leader: Rhonda Adams
Northside News | July 25, 2023
Baskets of Hope provides food, resources to new mothers after giving birth
Madison 365 | July 19, 2023
SSM Health partners with The River Food Pantry on food resource program
SSM Health | July 17, 2023
St. Mary’s Hospital launches program to give food to new moms who need it
Wisconsin State Journal | July 18, 2023
SSM Health, The River Food Pantry partner to provide emergency food kits for new moms
Channel 3000 | July 17, 2023
‘Munch Truck’ delivers free food without stigma
NBC15 | July 14, 2023
The River Food Pantry debuts new vehicle for mobile meal program
Channel 3000 | July 13, 2023
Demand on Wisconsin food pantries soars, doesn’t seem to be slowing down
Spectrum News | July 7, 2023
New partnership benefits River Food Pantry, prevents food waste: Read Article | Watch Video
WKOW | June 30, 2023
River Food Pantry receives $1.5 million to kickstart expansion
Spectrum News 1 | May 20, 2023
UW-Madison students bring food lockers to River Food Pantry
The Cap Times | May 20, 2023
Dane County invests $1.5 million for ‘South Central Wisconsin’s busiest food pantry’
Madison.com | May 19, 2023
A look inside The River Food Pantry
Madison.com | May 18, 2023
‘Bursting at the seams’ due to unprecedented need, The River Food Pantry looks to expand
Channel 3000 | May 18, 2023
Dane Co. weighs $1.5M investment for River Food Pantry Expansion
WMTV | May 18, 2023
Due to unprecedented need, The River Food Pantry looks to expand
WMSN | May 18, 2023
Madison food pantry receives $1.5M grant to kick-start expansion project
WKOW | May 18, 2023
Dane County Investing $1.5 Million to Kickstart The River Food Pantry’s Expansion Project
County of Dane | May 18, 2023
Klinke Cleaners debuts self-service systems
Wisconsin State Journal | May 5, 2023
It’s really beautiful and powerful to see everyone get so involved’: River Food Pantry holds Curbside Breakfast with the Bunny
WKOW | April 1, 2023
Feed the Resistance: The River Food Pantry
The Resistance | March 24, 2023
Food pantry at Goodman South Library proves popular
Channel 3000 | March 8, 2023
As inflation strains food pantries, here’s how you can help and get help
Madison Commons | February 28, 2023
Dane Co. food pantries praise funding boost as temporary SNAP increases expire
Channel 3000 | February 26, 2023
$111,000 grant comes to River Food Pantry at ‘critical time’
WKOW | February 24, 2023
Dane County & Second Harvest Mark Anniversary of Initiative to Address Food Insecurity as New Wave of Need Begins
Dane County Executive’s Office | February 20, 2023
‘From Vision to Village’: A mother’s passion for helping babies became thriving Dane Co. nonprofit
NBC15 | February 16, 2023
Madison-area restaurants host February food drive for local pantries
Madison Magazine | February 7, 2023
River Food Pantry assisting Meals on Wheels program after Little John’s temporary closure
NBC15 | February 2, 2023
30 Madison-area restaurants collecting food pantry donations
Madison.com | February 2, 2023
Area restaurants taking part in food drive to help those in need
Channel 3000 | February 1, 2023
Madison-area restaurants support food pantries with “Mad Can” Food Drive
NBC15 | February 1, 2023
Already reeling from inflated food costs, families now face FoodShare cuts
Madison.com | January 27, 2023
Little John’s suspends operations, partners stay committed to feeding and helping the community
WKOW | January 27, 2023

2022

Dane County non-profit turns wool sweaters into mittens, donates funds to food pantries
NBC15 | December 21, 2022
Day 2 of News 3 Now’s 12 Days of Giving
Channel 3000 | December 13, 2022
“We are filling a gap”: US Cellular donates $5,000 to local food pantry
WKOW | November 29, 2022
UScellular donates $5K to The River Food Pantry on Giving Tuesday
Channel 3000 | November 29, 2022
‘We haven’t hit the ceiling yet;’ Dane County food pantries worried about record demand
Madison.com | November 25, 2022
Area food pantries report record demand, need donations
Madison 365 | November 23, 2022
Increased food need exhibited by high demand at Dane County food pantries
NBC15 | November 22, 2022
Area food pantries report record demand, decreasing donations
WKOW | November 21, 2022
Everyday Hero: River Food Pantry Director serves those who have served
Spectrum News 1 | November 15, 2022
Madison College events help address food insecurity
Channel 3000 | November 9, 2022
Local grow-your-own movement blossoms in America’s Dairyland
Wisconsin Public Radio | October 29, 2022
Listening to America: Food Insecurity
Gray TV | October 18, 2022
Dane Co. Executive Joe Parisi unveils his 2023 budget proposal
Spectrum News 1 | October 4, 2022
Dane County Exec Parisi: Introduces 2023 budget: Opportunity Out Adversity
WisPolitics | October 3, 2022
Recovery programs seek to solve food waste — and insecurity — in Wisconsin
WPR | October 1, 2022
Meet the winners of the 2022 Madison.com People’s Choice awards
Madison.com | August 31, 2022
We loved Munch a bunch!
Mad City Dream Homes | August 29, 2022
Madison-Area Food Banks and Pantries
Brava Magazine | August 1, 2022
Nonprofit Spotlight: The River’s Munch Mobile Meal program expands
Mad City Dream Homes | July 28, 2022
Crypto for Charity: Madison non-profits begin to accept cryptocurrency
NBC 15 | July 14, 2022
One big spud: Big Idaho Potato Truck makes stop in Sun Prairie
Channel 3000 | July 13, 2022
Food for Thought: A focus on food insecurity in our local landscape
BRAVA Magazine | July 11, 2022
Mobile food pantry visits Middleton church, teaches kids about food insecurity
WKOW | July 6, 2022
Wisconsin’s 35 Most Influential Asian American Leaders, Part 4
Madison365 | June 30, 2022
Redirecting resources to partners in need on the Northside
Northside News | June 1, 2022
In the 608: How to support local restaurants during Madison Burger Week
Channel 3000 | May 24, 2022
Madison Burger Week to crown best burger in town
NBC15 | May 23, 2022
The River Food Pantry awarded $97.000 to help feed Madison children
NBC15 | May 20, 2022
Listeners of Madison radio station collect 400 pounds in donations for The River Food Pantry
WKOW | May 10, 2022
A Discussion with Our U.S. Non-Profit Food & Meal Availability Partners
FischerJordan | May 4, 2022
Inflation hits Wisconsin food pantries and the families they support
PBS Wisconsin | April 26, 2022
2022–23 Wisconsin Idea Fellowships Awarded to Seven Projects
Morgridge Center for Public Service | April 25, 2022
Dane County awards grants to help local food organizations
NBC 15 | April 11, 2022
Service above self: Fitchburg-Verona Rotary addresses hunger, literacy
Verona Press | April 9, 2022
Hop your way to these local Easter events
Channel 3000 | April 7, 2022
U.S. ban on Russian oil imports may raise gas prices even more
NBC 15 | March 8, 2022

2021

River Food Pantry partners with national nonprofit to provide essentials to Dane County families
WKOW | December 30, 2021
No Hunger Holidays event to provide food, essentials to 400 Dane Co. families
NBC 15 | December 27, 2021
The average family is spending an extra $30/week on groceries: How to cut down on your bill
Channel 3000 | December 15, 2021
Van Hise Elementary food drive collects more than 3,000 items
The Cap Times | December 11, 2021
River Food Pantry launches online ordering system
Channel 3000 | December 9, 2021
The River Food Pantry now offering online ordering in Dane County
WKOW | December 9, 2021
Q-Munity Salute: River Food Pantry
Q106 | December 3, 2021
Places to give on this GivingTuesday, and every day, in Wisconsin
WPR | November 30, 2021
Madison-area food pantries eye rising food costs as need still remains high
Wisconsin State Journal | November 27, 2021
Forward Madison and The Flock Team Up for Art Auction
Forward Madison FC | November 23, 2021
River Food Pantry begins distribution of Thanksgiving meals
Channel 3000 | November 22, 2021
11 donation, Thanksgiving meal resources for the Dane County community
NBC 15 | November 17, 2021
River Food Pantry, Madison Black Officers Coalition volunteers pack Thanksgiving boxes for families
NBC 15 | November 13, 2021
Feed the Resistance: A Little Lasagna Love!
The Resistance 106.7 | November 12, 2021
Madison College prepares Thanksgiving dinners for River Food Pantry
WKOW 27 | November 8, 2021
Supply Chain Crisis Impact On Food Pantries
WKOW 27 | November 2, 2021
Giving people choice is the secret ingredient to a healthier community
Northside News | October 1, 2021
Live from the Dane Buy Local Car Show (starting at 32:40)
Let’s Get Local | September 18, 2021
$5 million awarded to Dane Co. nonprofits supporting underserved communities
NBC 15 | September 2, 2021
Feed the Resistance: Easy Moroccan Chickpea Stew is paired with a Chai Blossom Mocktail
The Resistance 106.7 | August 27, 2021
The River hosts school supplies drive
Northside News | August 2, 2021
The River Food Pantry volunteer opportunities and more
Life 102.5 | July 9, 2021
Pat Wongkit has helped raise a community through her work in Madison’s north side
Madison Magazine | June 24, 2021
‘The Generous Home’ donates $1.2 million to 15 local nonprofits
Channel 3000 | June 22, 2021
Now in its second year, Black Umbrella expands, keeps activism at its core
Madison Commons | June 16, 2021
Introducing The Generous Home
Veridian Homes | May 12, 2021
In the 608: The River Food Pantry celebrating 15 years
Channel 3000 | May 12, 2021
Community event provides essential supplies to families in need
NBC 15 | May 9, 2021
Nonprofits face long road to recovery, but organizers optimistic community will step up
Wisconsin State Journal | April 29, 2021
Nonprofit Spotlight: The River Food Pantry marks 15 years
Mad City Dream Homes | April 14, 2021
‘More people are going to struggle,’ Struck-down emergency order means federal food funding will get cut off
WKOW 27 | April 1, 2021
As need continues, River Food Pantry hosts pay-what-you-can Easter breakfast
WKOW 27 | March 27, 2021
Pandemic spurs massive growth in curbside pickup, delivery for food pantries
Wisconsin State Journal | March 26, 2021
River Food Pantry receives historic $422K grant
Channel 3000 | March 25, 2021
Feed the Resistance: Meatloaf Cupcakes!
The Resistance | March 12, 2021
Women’s History Month interview with Rhonda Adams
Magic 98 | March 1, 2021
Feeding Madison Families – Lee Cole
The Flock | February 28, 2021
‘I was the person donating. Now I’m in line’: Local food pantries ask for help as they serve a record number of families
Channel 3000 | January 11, 2021

2020

Santa helps deliver mobile meals to kids in Madison
WKOW | December 23, 2020
“Crisis has improved the system”
Isthmus | December 16, 2020
Food pantry worker describes ‘stigma’ around needing assistance
MSNBC | December 15, 2020
Retired nurse makes & sells mittens, raises nearly $500,000 for local food pantries
Channel 3000 | December 14, 2020
Food pantry sees 2,000 new families since start of pandemic
WKOW | December 3, 2020
2020 NBA Breakfast with Santa is canceled, but fundraising for local food pantries continues
Northside News | November 27, 2020
Madison Food Pantry to Offer Free To-Go Thanksgiving Meals
Spectrum News 1 | November 24, 2020
Millions of Americans Turn to Food Banks During Pandemic
CNN Tonight | November 23, 2020
The Badger Report for 11/20/2020
Badger Report | November 20, 2020
Covid-19 pandemic is the first time 40% of Americans have experienced food insecurity
CNBC Make It | November 19, 2020
The River Food Pantry provides diabetes friendly food during the pandemic
NBC15 | November 13, 2020
Dane Buy Local launches Soup’s On! program to support restaurants amid COVID-19 pandemic
Channel 3000 | November 11, 2020
Culinary students serving kindness for Thanksgiving
Channel 3000 | October 21, 2020
Northside food pantries adapt to meet growing needs, safety concerns
Northside News | October/November 2020
WPF finds FoodShare participants rise as food pantries prepare for winter
The Daily Cardinal | October 1, 2020
Food pantry looking for help to feed students learning online
Channel 3000 | August 20, 2020
River Food Pantry Distributes Ready-To-Make Meals For Those In Need
Wisconsin Public Radio | July 27, 2020
Tackling food insecurity during COVID-19: community agencies partner to serve families in need
NBC15 | July 23, 2020
Hungry city: Food banks and farmers feed rising numbers in Dane County
The Cap Times | July 22, 2020
Food Pantry Provides At-Home Meals
Wisconsin Public Radio | July 22, 2020
River Food Pantry Creates Family At-Home Meal Kits
Spectrum News 1 | July 7, 2020
Madison Burger Week Begins
WKOW | July 6, 2020
Free Bikes for Kids shifts gears to help frontline workers
Wisconsin State Journal | May 30, 2020
‘MadCity Night In’ Virtual Fundraiser Supports Dane County At-Risk Families
Spectrum News 1 | May 21, 2020
Madison eyes ‘relief and recovery’ effort for rising food needs amid COVID-19 pandemic
Wisconsin State Journal | May 7, 2020
Power of Partnerships
Second Harvest Foodbank | May 6, 2020
old national bank Old National Bank responds to Urgent COVID-19 Need with $1.2 million commitment
Old National Bank | May 5, 2020
Local catering company, Madison family continue to do good during pandemic
NBC 15 | May 2, 2020
With real games on hold, Forward Madison FC sells tickets to imaginary match to benefit restaurants, health care workers
Wisconsin State Journal | May 1, 2020
Cap Times’ Evjue Foundation announces $635,000 in special COVID-19 grants
The Cap Times | April 27, 2020
April Downtown Down Low Podcast
Downtown Madison | April 24, 2020
Part 5: Still Surviving (and Thriving!) during the Pandemic
American Marketing Association – Madison Chapter | April 20, 2020
Red Cross sets up temporary hotel shelter for Madison fire victims
WKOW | April 19, 2020
Local Companies Doing Great Things
Gordon Flesch Company | April 17, 2020
Why are only 15% of Madison’s low-income students getting free meals from district during COVID-19 closures?
Wisconsin State Journal | April 13, 2020
Forward Madison FC raises $3,000 from t-shirt sales for River Food Pantry
Channel 3000 | April 13, 2020
River Food Pantry soldiers on with curbside lunch, mobile delivery
Madison Commons | April 5, 2020
Know Your Madisonian: River Food Pantry CEO is passionate about feeding people, especially during COVID-19 pandemic
Wisconsin State Journal | April 5, 2020
Madison area food banks ramp up as demand surges amid COVID-19 pandemic
Wisconsin State Journal | April 3, 2020
The Food Workers Facing the Pandemic
The Progressive | March 27, 2020
River Food Pantry needs volunteers
Channel 3000 | March 26, 2020
Madison College donates 3,755 pounds of food to River Food Pantry
Channel 3000 | March 24, 2020
The Way We Eat: COVID-19 Puts More Pressure On Food Aid Organizations
WORT-FM | March 19, 2020
Pantries prepare
Isthmus | March 19, 2020
$35,000 in anonymous donations to River Food Pantry help provide curbside meals to Madison families
Channel 3000 | March 17, 2020
Food pantries moving to curbside pickup
Wisconsin State Journal | March 17, 2020
Food pantries working to keep serving through coronavirus outbreak
WKOW | March 13, 2020
River Food Pantry makes tough decisions with COVID-19 crisis
Spectrum News | March 13, 2020
Food supply for Madison’s pantries, shelters threatened by COVID-19 developments
The Cap Times | March 13, 2020
Disc golf tournament in the snow raises money for food pantry
WKOW | January 25, 2020
Disc golfers compete in snow to benefit The River Food Pantry
Channel 3000 | January 25, 2020
Well Expo helps visitors keep resolutions
WKOW | January 18, 2020
‘A great example of community’: Group starts weekend food bag program for Thoreau students
The Cap Times | January 11, 2020

2019

Nonprofits partner to bolster Madison school food pantries
Wisconsin State Journal | December 28, 2019
Black Power 2019: Wisconsin’s 49 Most Influential Black Leaders
Madison365 | December 12, 2019
Top local charities in Southwestern Wisconsin
NBC15 | December 5, 2019
Three UW-Madison students named 2020 Rhodes finalists
UW-Madison News | November 25, 2019
Ultrazone offers free games of laser tag for food donations
Channel 3000 | November 20, 2019
MATC culinary students prepare feast for River Food pantry’s Thanksgiving meal
NBC15 | November 18, 2019
Food pantry blaming federal tax changes for drop in donations
WKOW27 | November 15, 2019
15th Annual North Star Awards Will Honor Unsung Heroes
Madison365 | November 11, 2019
City, Nonprofits Work For North Side Security
Madison Commons | November 7, 2019
‘It’s really just a Band-Aid’: Food pantry CEO says wheel tax reimbursement isn’t enough
Channel 3000 | October 22, 2019
New Food Delivery Service In Madison Area Brings Pantry Items To Seniors
Wisconsin Public Radio | October 14, 2019
‘It doesn’t have to be that way:” New food delivery program to feed Madison-area elderly
Channel 3000 | October 10, 2019
New food pantry delivery service for low-income older adults
NBC15 | October 8, 2019
Wolfie’s Wellness helps students eat more healthy
The Clarion | August 28, 2019
Food for Success Coalition Seeks Volunteers for School Food Pantries
Madison365 | August 2, 2019
Growing “Badger Volunteers” Program Builds Long-Term Relationships
Madison365 | August 1, 2019
OutReach LGBT Community Center offers services and support
Northside News | August 1, 2019
Northside Food Pantries
Northside News | August 1, 2019
Northside Farmers Market collaborations support food access
Northside News | July 31, 2019
The River has set the table to nourish a community
Northside News | July 31, 2019
25,000 in Wisconsin could lose food share assistance if proposal for new eligibility rule passes Channel 3000 | July 26, 2019
Madison brewery gives back to local food pantry
NBC15 | June 25, 2019
500 volunteers participate in United Way of Dane County’s Day of Action
WKOW27 | June 21, 2019
Food for Success coalition aiming to combat childhood hunger in Madison
The Cap Times | June 13, 2019
New Coalition Seeks to End Hunger in Madison’s Schools
Madison365 | June 13, 2019
Madison Burger Week gives back to the community
NBC15 | June 5, 2019
Cap Times’ Evjue Foundation gives $1.8 million to area nonprofits
The Cap Times | June 5, 2019
SPECIAL REPORT: Looking for solutions to the summer hunger gap
Fox 47 News | June 4, 2019
From rosé to beer, Madison’s summertime drink scene is in full swing this week
Madison Magazine | June 3, 2019
The River Runs Deep
Our Lives Magazine | May 2019
UW-Madison student receives Udall Scholarship to further environmental work
University of Wisconsin-Madison | April 24, 2019
Mobile lunch program delivers free meals ahead of Easter
NBC15 | April 20, 2019
Gotham Bagels offering rainbow bagels in May
Madison Magazine | April 10, 2019
Volunteering at home: Alternative break options now include Madison area
The Clarion | March 27, 2019
Food pantry delivers free lunches to kids on spring break
NBC15 | March 27, 2019
Madison Originals: Feed the Need
NBC15 | March 24, 2019
Valentine’s 5K brings runners out into the cold
Channel 3000 | February 9, 2019
‘Women are tough’: Hundreds brave cold at Madison’s Women’s Wave rally
News 3 | January 19, 2019
Sharon Mohr Receives Senior Service Award
Rotary Club of Madison | January 18, 2019
Food banks ready for influx of people needing help due to the partial govt shutdown
WKOW27 | January 10, 2019
Local food pantries could see an increase in use if shutdown continues
NBC15 | January 9, 2019
Thinking Forward Together: Helping Organizations SOAR!
Global Learning Partners, Jay Ekleberry | January 7, 2019

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