Join NeighborImpact on Sunday, April 27, from 2-6 p.m. for U.S. Bank’s Foodie Crawl, presented by Cascade Natural Gas Corporation and Griffin Construction — a unique pub-crawl-meets-progressive-dinner experience in downtown Bend, all in support of NeighborImpact’s mission to support people and strengthen communities.
From 2-4 p.m., guests will explore a curated selection of downtown Bend restaurants, savoring small plates and beverage pairings at their own pace. Afterward, the festivities continue at McMenamins Old St. Francis School from 4-6 p.m. for the Foodie Crawl after party. Guests will enjoy a complimentary drink, music, and the opportunity to win exciting prizes — including a coveted Breedlove guitar — in the event’s raffle.
Participating in this event is more than just a fun afternoon out — it’s a way to make a meaningful difference for Central Oregonians facing hunger. NeighborImpact’s Food Bank has recently seen both unprecedented demand and unprecedented challenges. Federal funding cuts have reduced the Food Bank’s supply by 17% at a time when the need for food assistance continues to climb. Over the last quarter alone, NeighborImpact’s Food Bank has served a record-high average of 83,000 individuals each month — up from 75,000 the previous quarter.
Proceeds from the Foodie Crawl directly support NeighborImpact’s Food Program, which stores and distributes more than four million pounds of food annually to individuals and families throughout Central Oregon who are struggling with food insecurity.
This beloved annual event is an opportunity to come together as a community — to enjoy great food and drink while making a tangible impact on the lives of our neighbors in need.
For more information, a list of participating restaurants, and to purchase tickets, visit: neighborimpact.org/foodiecrawl
