Support The River this February through Madison Originals’ Mad Can Food Drive | The River Food Pantry

Just in time for National Canned Food Month, Madison Originals and their members have once again organized the “Mad Can Food Drive” to support local food pantries, including The River!

During the entire month of February, there are two ways that you can help The River fight food insecurity in the Madison community and surrounding areas:

{Option 1}

DINE at participating Madison Originals restaurants and bring non-perishable food items to leave in the collection bins. Restaurants supporting The River this year include:

  • 107 State (Madison)
  • Buck & Honey’s (Monona)
  • Crema Cafe (Monona)
  • Essen Haus (Madison)
  • Nitty Gritty (Downtown Madison)
  • Short Stack Eatery (Madison)
  • Tipsy Cow (Madison)

{Option 2}

DONATE directly to The River by clicking the donate button below or mail in your check with “Mad Can Food Drive” in the memo to: The River Food Pantry, 2201 Darwin Road, Madison, WI 53704

About Madison Originals
Madison Originals is a non-profit organization; a collective of indie-owned, Madison-grown restaurants and supportive local businesses. Learn more here.

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