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2023 Food Waste Fighters

We are thrilled to recognize over 50 local food retailers as Food Waste Fighters for their significant donations of food and supplies in 2023 to The River to nourish Dane County households facing food insecurity. We applaud their commitment to minimizing food waste and supporting our community! Than...

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Raise Money for The River by Volunteering at Brat Fest 2024

You can raise money for The River Food Pantry by volunteering at the World’s Largest Brat Fest this Memorial Day Weekend at Willow Island at the Alliant Energy Center! When you sign up to volunteer and select ‘The River Food Pantry’ as your charity to support, $12 for every hour you volunteer ...

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Demand at Dane County food pantries up 112% over last two years

Financial support more critical than ever to meet the need MADISON, Wis. — February 29, 2024 — Without food pantries, thousands of people in our community wouldn’t have access to enough food to meet their basic needs. The demand across six of Dane County’s largest food pantries has reach...

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Vote Rhonda Adams for Spirit of Service Award

Rhonda Adams, The River’s Executive Director, has been selected as a finalist for the Spirit of Service Award, which recognizes local veterans making a positive impact in our community. The winning veteran will receive $5,000. If she wins, Rhonda will donate these funds to local organizations serv...

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Curbside Breakfast with the Bunny 2024

Saturday, March 23 8:00–10:30am The River Food Pantry (2201 Darwin Rd) “Everybunny” is invited to Curbside Breakfast with the Bunny on March 23 at The River Food Pantry! This drive-thru event will offer breakfast burritos with or without meat, french toast sticks, fruit, milk, and juice for t...

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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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Pantry News

The River Food Pantry Reaches $12 Million Goal to Construct New Building and Expand Services

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Vote The River Food Pantry for Best Charitable Organization & Best Chef in Madison!

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