River Valley Regional Food Bank

USDA/TEFAP Commodity Distribution
2024-05-21 07:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
The next TEFAP/USDA Commodity Distribution will take place Tuesday, May 21, at 1617 South Zero Street in Fort Smith, AR, beginning at 7 a.m.
Drive-thru distribution begins at 7 a.m. Walk-up clients will be accepted beginning at 8:45 a.m.
To receive food, you must present your scannable barcode card to Food Bank staff to scan. You must be pre-registered to receive food at our location. No applications will be accepted tomorrow.
A few other reminders for tomorrow:

Please enter the distribution line only through the front entrance of our property on Zero Street.
Do not park or wait in adjacent parking lots such as KFC, Sutherland’s, Arvest, Atwoods, Braum’s, etc.
If our lot is full, please return when directed by staff.

For more details, visit rvrfoodbank.org
The River Valley Regional Food Bank is an equal opportunity provider.

National Association of Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
2024-05-11
Each year, letter carriers across the country head out on their routes on the second Saturday in May to collect donations of non-perishable food items to benefit local food pantries. Since launching in 1993, the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has grown into the nation’s largest one-day food drive, helping to fill the shelves of food banks in cities and towns throughout the United States.
The River Valley Regional Food Bank is honored to partner with our local letter carriers each year to help feed our community.

USDA/TEFAP Commodity Distribution
2024-03-19 07:00 - 09:00 | River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
The next TEFAP/USDA Commodity Distribution will take place Tuesday, March 19, at 1617 South Zero Street in Fort Smith, AR, beginning at 7 a.m.
For more details, visit rvrfoodbank.org
The River Valley Regional Food Bank is an equal opportunity provider.

USDA/TEFAP Commodity Distribution
2024-01-23 07:00 - 09:00
The January TEFAP/USDA Commodity Distribution will take place at 1617 South Zero Street in Fort Smith, AR, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, from 7-9 a.m.
For more details, call (479) 785-0582.

11th Annual 40/29 and the Arkansas CW Turkey Drive
2023-11-17
The 11th Annual 40/29 and the Arkansas CW Turkey Drive benefitting the River Valley Regional Food Bank takes place Friday, Nov. 17 at participating Walmart locations across the River Valley.

November USDA Commodity Distribution
2023-11-14 07:00 - 10:00 | River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
A volunteer loads items into a vehicle at a USDA commodity distribution event in Fort Smith in this undated photo.
The November USDA Commodity Distribution program will take place Tuesday, Nov. 14, beginning at 7 a.m. at the River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero Street, while supplies last.
If you haven’t registered for the November distribution yet, please do so by noon on Wednesday, Nov. 1. If you have submitted an application and need to pick up your scannable barcode, please do so on Monday, Nov. 6, or Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 1-4 p.m.
No application will be accepted or bar code distributed after November 7 for this month’s distribution.

October Commodities Distribution
2023-10-17 07:00 - 10:00
The Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council Food Pantry’s October commodity distribution will take place on Tuesday, October 17, at 1617 South Zero Street in Fort Smith.
The distribution begins at 7 a.m. Staff will distribute while supplies last.

Ninth Annual Give Where You Live Food Drive
2023-10-09 - 2023-10-29
The Give Where You Live Food Drive is starting soon! Join the River Valley Regional Food Bank and 5NEWS and help restock our shelves for those in need.
You can drop off non-perishable food items at participating Harps Food store locations from October 9-22.
For more information, please visit 5newsonline.com

February 2023 USDA Commodities Distribution
2023-02-22 07:30 - 09:30 | River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
The Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council Food Pantry’s January commodity distribution will take place on Wednesday, February 22, at 1617 South Zero Street in Fort Smith.
The distribution begins at 7:30 a.m. Staff will distribute while supplies last.

January 2023 USDA Commodities Distribution
2023-01-18 07:30 - 09:30 | River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
The Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council Food Pantry’s January commodity distribution will take place on Wednesday, January 18, at 1617 South Zero Street in Fort Smith.
The distribution begins at 7:30 a.m. Staff will distribute while supplies last.

AT&T Arkansas Sponsors "Making Plates Possible" Celebration
2019-10-10 16:30 - 18:30 | River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
AT&T Arkansas’ new “Believe Arkansas” initiative is combating hunger and food insecurity all year long. A gift to the Food Bank of $3,500 in support of Making Plates Possible will provide more than 22,000 meals. Plus, mark your calendars as AT&T, along with Bank OZK, is helping sponsor our Making Plates Possible Celebration Thursday, October 10, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Great food and refreshments, tours, a slideshow of activities throughout the month, and door prizes. See you then!

Help Fight Hunger at Joe's Grill & Cantina
2019-09-30 10:00 - 21:30 | Joe’s Grill & Cantina, 3400 S 74th St., Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
September 30 is the last day of Hunger Action Month, and you can join the effort of “Making Plates Possible” throughout the River Valley at Joe’s Grill & Cantina! Joe’s is donating 10% of sales all day to help the River Valley Regional Food Bank’s mission to collect, store and distribute nutritious food to help people in need. Come for Monday’s “Endless Enchiladas,” or any of the other Tex-Mex masterpieces here, plus burgers, wraps, and a fun atmosphere! Thanks, Joe’s!

Propak Feeds the Funnel!
2019-09-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Propak Corporation, 1100 Garrison, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Propak knows how to Pack Shack! Thank you to this downtown Fort Smith and worldwide company who leads in logistics, transportation and supply chain management solutions. When Propak employees gather for their annual Feed the Funnel Party organized by the Pack Shack of Northwest Arkansas, they provide thousands of healthy meals through the River Valley Regional Food Bank for hungry families.

Feeding Hope Day at the Fair
2019-09-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Kay Rodgers Park, 4400 Midland Blvd, Fort Smith, AR, 72904, United States
Help fight hunger and have a great day at the Fair! Thank you to 40/29 News and the Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fair for this special day that results in funds and food to strengthen the River Valley. From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., your entry fee is a dollar or a nonperishable food item. Here comes the fun!

Trade a Can for a Bloomin' Onion at Outback Steakhouse
2019-09-24 11:00 - 22:00 | Outback Steakhouse, 6800 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at this favorite Aussie steakhouse, and get your “Aussie-Tizer” Bloomin’ Onion for free just by bringing in canned food for the River Valley Regional Food Bank. Thank you, Outback, for this great idea! We know a lot of folks will dine here on both Sept. 17 AND Sept. 24, both days for “Making Plates Possible”!

Freeze Out Hunger at Frozen-Over Hell on the Border Shaved Ice
2019-09-21 11:00 - 22:00 | Frozen-Over Hell on the Border Shaved Ice, 115 N 10th St. Ste A-107, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
It’ll be a GREAT day Saturday, Sept. 21, to step in to this bright and fun flavored-ice store in a historic Fort Smith setting. Thanks, Frozen-Over, for sharing 10% of proceeds this day to help fight hunger. Be ready for the GIANT list of fabulous flavors of perfectly shaved snow. You’ll find constantly changing custom flavors, too. See you at the courtyard at Brunwick Place!

Geno's Pizza of Central Mall Invites You!
2019-09-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Geno’s Pizza of Central Mall, 5111 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
A favorite in the Food Court of Central Mall, since 1985! Be sure to stop in for delicious pizza by the slice, whole pizza, or hot sandwiches and help fight hunger in the River Valley. Thanks, Geno’s, for donating 10% of proceeds from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.! Soft, doughy crust, savory toppings, family-owned and ready to serve — see you there!

Geno's Pizza of Alma Invites You!
2019-09-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Geno’s Pizza of Alma, 216 Highway 71 N,, Alma, AR, 72921, United States
Swing by or dine in and enjoy pizza by the slice or a whole pizza — you can even choose gluten-free or a cauliflower crust – at Geno’s Pizza. You’ll be helping to fight hunger in the River Valley at the same time thanks to Geno’s donation of 10% your meal cost from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thank you to Geno’s Pizza of Alma! (Don’t forget the cheesy breadsticks!)

Fight Hunger in the Down Under at Outback Steakhouse
2019-09-17 11:00 - 22:00 | Outback Steakhouse, 6800 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
This “boisterous, Australian-themed restaurant serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare” is ready to fight hunger with you! On September 17, tell your waitperson you’re here to support the River Valley Regional Food Bank, and enjoy lunch or dinner at this community-minded restaurant with 10% of your bill going to help fight hunger. Maybe you’ll begin with the famous Bloomin’ Onion (check out the Sept. 24th event at the Outback, too!) and even save room for the Chocolate Thunder from Down Under. Thanks, Outback!

The Egg & I Awaits You!
2019-09-13 07:00 - 14:30 | The Egg and I, 3801 Planters Rd., Fort Smith, AR, 72908, United States
Fight hunger at this fabulous breakfast-brunch-lunch restaurant in myriad ways! Apple Pancakes . . . Crab Benedict . . . Egg-Ceptional Omelet . . . Mexican Skillet . . . Pumpkin Pecan Waffle Breakfast . . . We know you’ll love doing this good deed. Thank you, The Egg & I, for donating 10% of your customers’ checks on September 13!

Jerry Neel's Bar-B-Que: Hunger Action Day
2019-09-12 10:30 - 20:30 | Jerry Neel’s Bar-B-Que, 1823 Phoenix Ave., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Enjoy some famous hickory-smoked barbecue at this long-time Fort Smith barbecue institution on Sept. 12, Hunger Action Day. You’ll be enjoying a great meal, and fighting hunger throughout the River Valley, with 10% of your check being donated to the River Valley Regional Food Bank. Thank you, Jerry Neel’s! Plan to go for lunch or dinner . . . just think . . . delicious barbecue, all the fixings, and hot cobbler to boot! See you there!

Fight Hunger with Tacos 4 Life
2019-09-11 11:00 - 21:00 | Tacos 4 Life, 4501 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
Tacos 4 Life has the mission of ending childhood hunger . . . so this is a great partnership! Enjoy the delicious tacos, rice bowls, house-made sides and delicious dips, and help fight hunger in the River Valley with 10% of your check being donated. Plus, you’ll be helping provide a meal to “Feed My Starving Children,” which fights childhood starvation and malnutrition around the world. Thank you, Tacos 4 Life!

Fight Hunger with Eunice's Country Cookin'!
2019-09-11 10:30 - 15:30 | Eunice’s Country Cookin’, 3325 S 74th St # B, Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
We thank “Yummy, Delicious, Home-Cookin'” Eunice’s, for sharing 10% of your meal cost to fight hunger on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Good luck choosing from more than 150 country style meal combos! Try one of the many local favorites: Hand-battered Chicken Fried Steak & Mashed Potatoes smothered in Homemade Cream Gravy . . . Homemade Meatloaf topped with our Red Sauce & Green Beans . . . and bring a canned good for a free iced tea!

Gusano's Pizzeria Fights Hunger Chicago Style!
2019-09-10 16:00 - 20:00 | Gusano’s Pizzeria, 5505 Phoenix Avenue, Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
From the “Herbivore Delight” to the “Carnivore Craze,” you’ll love the taste of Gusano’s Chicago-style pizza while you fight hunger in the River Valley at the same time. There’s plenty more on the menu, to enjoy inside with the lively atmosphere and big screen or out on the patio. Thank you, Gusano’s Pizzeria, for donating 10% of proceeds on this day from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.!

Geno's Pizza of Greenwood Invites You!
2019-09-10 16:00 - 20:00 | Geno’s Pizza of Greenwood, 921 W Center St, Greenwood, AR, 72936, United States
“Best salad bar in town.” “Excellent spaghetti.” “Try the skillet supreme!” Geno’s Pizza in Greenwood is a favorite for its community, and now you can enjoy it and help fight hunger in the River Valley at the same time, Sept. 10. Thank you, Geno’s Pizza of Greenwood, for donating 10% of your customers’ checks from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.!

Peanut Butter Push at True Grit Running Company
2019-09-01 10:00 - 2019-09-30 18:00 | True Grit Running Company, 6808 Rogers Avenue, Suite B, Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
True Grit Running Company, where “Perseverance Meets Passion,” is passionate about helping fight hunger in the River Valley! Put your best foot forward, head in with three jars of peanut butter, and be entered to win a $50 gift card! While you’re at the store that gives walkers and runners that “True Grit Fit”, check out the only slow-motion video gait analysis system in Fort Smith.

Food Drive at Belle Starr Antiques & Vintage Market
2019-09-01 10:00 - 2019-09-30 17:30 | Belle Starr Antiques & Vintage Market, 410 North B St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Help fight hunger with Beth and crew! Bring 5 canned food items or other nonperishable food items all month long and be entered to win a $100 Gift Certificate! There’s lots to want in this vintage mall with more than 90 vendors. With every five cans, you’ll be entered again! Open seven days a week at 410 North “B” in downtown Fort Smith.

Bank OZK "Making Plates Possible" Fund Drive
2019-09-01 08:00 - 2019-09-30 18:00 | Bank OZK, 2520 S Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
When $1 turns into more than six meals through the Food Bank, donating cash is a great way to take action against hunger. Head to any Bank OZK in the River Valley — Fort Smith, Van Buren, Alma, Mulberry, Ozark, Altus, Paris and Clarksville — and donate to the bank’s month-long “Making Plates Possible” campaign. Bank OZK led a fund-and-food drive for flood relief efforts and is ready to gather more support to fight hunger. Donate cash, check or nonperishable food and a plate will be displayed in your name. Thank you, to Bank OZK and all!

Fight Hunger with your Team!
2019-09-01 08:00 - 2019-09-30 17:00
The following groups are holding food drives among their members or employees, or are advocating for the fight against hunger through social media posts (and tagging the Food Bank @RVRFoodbank). Join them! Pictured wearing orange – the color representing the fight vs. hunger – are the children’s weekend backpack crew of Mountainburg First Assembly. Every can, dollar and advocacy makes a difference!

1120 Garrison Building: Office of U.S. Senator John Boozman, Cross Pointe Insurance Advisors, and Studio 6 Architects
Apostolic Faith Church, Van Buren
Arkansas Q&A Club
Coleman Pharmacy of Alma
Fort Smith Morning Exchange Club
Kraft-Heinz – Planters Peanuts
Mountainburg First Assembly
National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE)
River Valley Business Networkers Team
Sebastian County Clerk’s Office
The Next Step Homeless Services
UAFS Criminal Justice Department
Zonta Club of Fort Smith

Sign your organization up here.

Food Drive at BHC Insurance
2019-09-01 08:00 - 2019-09-30 17:00 | BHC Insurance, 5500 Euper Lane, Fort Smith, AR, 72903, United States
Thanks, BHC Insurance, for committing to a food drive for Hunger Action Month! This over-100-years-old Fort Smith independent insurance company, with locations in Lowell, AR and Sallisaw, OK, too, wants River Valley citizens to be healthy! Feel free to pitch in to their drive . . . and learn about their vast array of insurance solutions while you’re at it.
