The EMpact One Foundation is inviting the community to come together for a night of giving at a special Community Donation Drive benefiting both the organization’s Mobile Sports Locker and Blessings Box programs.
The event will take place on Thursday, April 2, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Riverside Grocery & Catering in Benton. Community members are encouraged to bring donations while enjoying an evening of food, fun, and fellowship.
Donations will also be accepted in designated collection boxes at Riverside beginning Monday, March 30, giving supporters multiple opportunities to participate.
The EMpact One Foundation will be collecting:
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New and gently used sporting equipment for the Mobile Sports Locker
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Nonperishable food items
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Feminine hygiene products
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Diapers and baby essentials
As a special incentive, Riverside Grocery is offering a free nacho for every four Blessings Box items donated, making it easy and fun for families to give back together.
In addition to the donation drive, guests can enjoy:
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Karaoke on the patio
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Chase the Queen (if still ongoing)
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Great food and a welcoming community atmosphere
“This event is a great opportunity for our community to come together and support local families and young athletes,” said Bekka Wilkerson, Executive Director of EMpact One Foundation. “Every donation—whether it’s a baseball glove, a can of food, or a pack of diapers—helps us remove barriers and meet real needs right here at home.”
The Mobile Sports Locker provides free sporting equipment to youth in need, helping ensure that every child has the opportunity to participate in athletics. The Blessings Box program supports families facing hardship by providing essential food and hygiene items.
Community members of all ages are encouraged to attend, donate, and take part in the evening’s activities.
For more information about EMpact One Foundation or to get involved, visit www.empactone.org
About The EMpact One Foundation
The EMpact One Foundation is a youth-focused nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the way youth impact the world by removing financial and logistical barriers to extracurricular participation. Through programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Mobile Sports Locker, YES! Awards, and the Blessings Box, EMpact One empowers young people to participate, grow, and thrive.
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