River Valley Regional Food Bank

AT&T Arkansas Sponsors "Making Plates Possible" Celebration
2019-10-10 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | 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 (America/Chicago) | AR
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 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Collecting your "Metal" at Rick's Used Auto Parts & Sales
2019-09-01 08:00 - 2019-09-28 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Rick’s Used Auto Parts & Sales, 10005 Highway 45, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
Rick’s Used Auto Parts & Sales, a family-owned business in Fort Smith for 30 years, is collecting coins – or dollars – all month to help fight hunger. Located on Highway 45, Rick’s sells new and used parts and installs the parts, too. This month, any tips to the staff are going right into a “Feed the Hunger Monster” collection box on the counter instead of going towards the weekly Friday staff refreshments! Come by and visit with the guys and Feed the Hunger Monster!

Food Drive at Expressions Flowers, LLC
2019-09-01 07:30 - 2019-09-30 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Expressions Flowers, LLC, 112 Towson Ave., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Step into this lovely downtown Fort Smith florist with one or more canned goods and be entered to win a lovely rose bouquet at month’s end! “We love the Food Bank and are happy to help out during Hunger Action Month,” Robert Robertson, owner of the full-service florist shop, says. Expressions is located on Towson Avenue near Garrison Avenue, and is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bookish: Storytime and Food Drive
2019-06-08 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Bookish: An indie shop for folks who read, 115 N. 10th St., Suite H-119-C, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Help fight hunger in the River Valley and travel to Africa, too, during this special story time. Beatrice’s Goat (for ages 4-8) will pull moms, dads and kids of all ages into the sweet story of how a goat helped fight poverty and hunger for a Ugandan family. Reader Julie Woods Moncrief worked for Heifer International, which commissioned this book’s publication, and now works for the River Valley Regional Food Bank – two hunger-fighting organizations. Guests are requested to bring nonperishable food items (or a dollar) to help stock food pantries for summer. A drawing will be held for a soft, plush goat, and we bet the winner will want to name it “Mugisa.” Free refreshments include a taste of cold, refreshing goat’s milk, and crackers with goat cheese and jelly.
Admission: Donation of nonperishable food

Disaster Relief Collection for Food Bank: Bank OKZ
2019-05-28 08:00 - 2019-07-31 17:00 UTC | Bank OZK, 2520 S Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Residents and businesses throughout nearly the entire 8-county service area of the River Valley Regional Food Bank are working to manage the consequences of the flooding from the Arkansas River’s record high level of 40.79 feet. The flooding crested Saturday, June 2, and in Fort Smith alone, more than 500 homes were affected. We thank Bank OKZ for encouraging and collecting financial and in-kind donations at its branches throughout the River Valley to help the Food Bank meet an increased demand felt by its 181 hunger-relief partner agencies. Stop by a Bank OZK branch today and give toward the relief of others.

"Fight Hunger. Spark Change" Campaign
2019-04-22 07:00 - 2019-05-20 23:30 (America/Chicago) | AR
Thank you for chipping in to this wonderful campaign that gives a great boost to America’s food banks, right in time for summer.
At Walmart and Sam’s Club stores and on-line, you can:

purchase any of 267 participating products by 18 different brands, and a donation equal to one meal will be donated on behalf of the local Food Bank
make a donation in the store or club
donate online at www.feedingamerica.org/walmart

The River Valley Regional Food Bank is grateful for these stores in our 8-county service region — they help in our mission every single day!

Walmart Supercenter #358 in Alma
Walmart #0055 in Booneville
Walmart Supercenter #66 in
Walmart Supercenter #0296 in Dardanelle
Walmart Neighborhood Market #4579 in Fort Smith
Sam’s Club in Fort Smith
Walmart Supercenter #141 East in Fort Smith
Walmart Neighborhood Market #2744 in Fort Smith
Walmart Supercenter #125 in Fort Smith
Walmart Supercenter #388 in Fort Smith
Walmart Supercenter #3231 in Greenwood
Walmart Supercenter #67 in Mena
Walmart #0209 in Ozark
Walmart #0230 in Paris
Walmart Supercenter #16 in Van Buren

"Making Plates Possible" with #GivingTuesday
2018-11-27 | River Valley Regional Food Bank, 1617 South Zero St., Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Your donation helps the Food Bank help our 190 hunger relief partners in 8 counties to give food freely to the hungry. Thank you for including us in your giving on #GivingTuesday! Tuesday, November 27 . . . or any day before or after!
CLICK HERE for our secured giving link for your credit card (MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover).
#GivingTuesday: A “global day of giving” to strengthen the work of charities around the world, following the shopping days of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Thank you from these food pantries and more, and the River Valley Regional Food Bank!

Hoops For Hunger
2018-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Evans Boys & Girls Club, 6015 Boys Club Lane, Fort Smith, AR, 72908, United States
Stretch those muscles, shoot some hoops, support a student initiative and help fight hunger.
The 7th- through 12th-grade students of Fort Smith’s Belle Point – A New Tech Academy designed this event to help feed the hungry. Entry fees for the 3-on-3, 10-minute clock games is canned food. Sign up for some community fun! Four courts will be busy starting at 9 a.m. at the Evans Boys & Girls Club, 6015 Boys Club Lane, off of Jenny Lind and south of Zero St. Enter your 3- to 5-member team today and start collecting canned food. Register at tinyurl.com/Hoops4Hunger.

Feeding Hope Day at the Fair
2018-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Kay Rodgers Park, 4400 Midland Blvd, Fort Smith, AR, 72901, United States
Admittance to the fair is canned food or $1 cash donation to the Food Bank, thanks to the 40/29 TV and the Arkansas CW, and the oodles of Walmart volunteers who make it run smooth!

Hunger Action Month
2018-09-01 - 2018-09-30 | AR
The only way we’ll solve the problem of hunger is by taking action together. Join us in this national movement to alleviate hunger during Hunger Action Month! View this list of ideas, and make a difference! (For more information on “Hoops For Hunger” and “Feeding Hope Day at the Fair,” please return to the events listing. And remember to check our Facebook page for updates!

Community Shred with Shred-It and Arvest Bank
2016-10-22 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Unnamed Venue, 1617 South Zero Street, Fort Smith
Bring your important papers to the food bank from 9am until noon on Saturday, October 22. For a cash donation to the food bank, we will make sure what is private information stays private with the help of Shred-It, Arvest Bank, 40/29TV and the Arkansas CW
