Becca Bolton | The River Food Pantry - Part 11

Ian’s Pizza Features New Flavor to Address Local Food Insecurity

The River Food Pantry joined State Representative Melissa Ratcliff, Chef Carmell Jackson of Melly Mell’s Soul Food, and Ian’s Pizza at the Capitol to kick off “The Mac Attack” being featured at Ian’s Pizza. MADISON, Wis. — December 4, 2023 — From November 28 through December 12, al...

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Magic 98 Live Broadcast from The River on Nov. 9

Join Pat and Lanette from Magic 98 for a live radio remote broadcast at The River Food Pantry (2201 Darwin Road, Madison) on Thursday, November 9 from 6 am–3 pm to kick off the season of giving! Our goal for the day is to collect 200 holiday pies (all flavors welcome), as well as all other nonper...

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The River Shares American Flags for Veterans Day

In honor of Veterans Day, The River Food Pantry will distribute American flags to clients during our curbside distribution on Friday, November 10 from 10am–3pm. Rhonda Adams was stationed in Yongsan, South Korea at age 18. “It’s so important to show our veterans how much we care abo...

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ReMitts Return!

Stock up on ReMitts for the cold and the holidays! Each pair of these beautiful, warm, upcycled wool mittens is one of a kind. Plus, 100% of the proceeds benefit local food pantries, including The River, to feed our neighbors in need. Pick up yours ($40/pair) before the end of December! Find ...

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Pantry News

Grand Opening and 20th Anniversary Celebration

The River’s Grand Opening & 20th Anniversary Celebration: When: Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 4–6:30 pm Where: The River Food....

Dane County Food Pantries Launch Collaborative Bulk Purchasing Effort with 20-Ton Beef Delivery

Six major pantries partner with Second Harvest and local foundation to meet rising food insecurity through innovative cost-saving strategy [caption....


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