We are thrilled to recognize over 60 local food retailers as Food Waste Fighters for their significant donations of food and supplies in 2022 to The River to nourish Dane County households facing food insecurity. We applaud their commitment to minimizing food waste and supporting our community! Than...

  The River Food Pantry has been selected once again as the beneficiary of the Hy-Vee Reusable Bag program that supports local nonprofits. For the months of March and April 2023, each time a $2.50 red "My Heart" Reusable Bag is purchased at the Hy-Vee located a...

As longtime residents of the Elvehjem and East Buckeye neighborhoods, Tim and Sue have been supporting The River for nearly 6 years. They first discovered the opportunity through their son-in-law, who regularly works with communities in need. As vocal advocates for The River, Tim and Sue make w...

MADISON, Wis. — February 24, 2023 — The River Food Pantry recently received a local emergency food pantry assistance grant of $111,686 from the Dane County Executive’s Office. The funding comes at a critical time, given recent announcements that temporary increases to the federal Supplement...

Dear Friends of The River, The Madison Common Council is preparing to vote on the 2023 city budget, including an amendment allocating $1 million to help fund the future construction of a new building for The River. Since this is an amendment to the currently proposed budget, at least 11 members o...