The City of Madison has announced that the roads surrounding The River will undergo construction over the next two to three months. Construction is planned to start April 29 on Darwin Road–Packers Avenue to International Lane.Although street parking will occasionally be limited, The River will...
"I love to come here and talk to people. I try to help everyone, treat them nice, and show a happy face because I want everyone to feel comfortable and like we all belong here." -Cami A., Volunteer at The River ...
Pictured from left to right: Jim Lenzer, Gary Barnes, Denny Skaanning, Sharon Mohr. The River recently established a new Volunteer Advisory Committee (VAC) to strengthen our volunteer program! The committee will focus on helping The River achieve our aspiration of becoming a leading organization...
Kailey and Avery are little volunteers with big hearts. After helping make lunches for other children through our mobile lunch program (MUNCH), they decided to raise money for The River by raking leaves. With pride and excitement, the girls brought us their donation of $4.40. We are truly humbled by...
Photo source: Hope's Home: An Outreach Ministry of First United Ministry Church. First United Methodist Church, located at 203 Wisconsin Ave. in downtown Madison, will host an emergency day warming center on Mon., Jan. 28–Fri., Feb. 1 from 8:00 am–4:00 pm for families and women experiencing h...
This summer, a long-time volunteer and supporter brought her grandchildren in for a tour of The River. The children learned....
MADISON, Wis. — July 28, 2026 — The River Food Pantry will receive a semitruck delivery of approximately 40,000 pounds....