Sports are for Everyone. Groceries Should Be Too.

Sporting World RF’s goal is to make sports accessible to every kid in River Falls, and turn community investment into something that feeds people. Every year, net proceeds go to the River Falls Community Food Pantry. Every month, we put a spotlight on a local athlete who represents what this community is about.

A smiling woman standing behind a shopping cart outside a store called 'Sporting World'. The store has large windows with an 'Open' sign in pink and white, and snow on the ground.

Our Partnership with the River Falls Community Food Pantry

Affordable gear is the starting point. But the goal has always been bigger than equipment. A portion of net proceeds from every sale goes toward an annual donation to the River Falls Community Food Pantry — because a kid who's hungry can't focus on the game, and a family that's stretched thin deserves access to both nutrition and sport. Your purchase feeds a neighbor.

“At the River Falls Community Food Pantry, we know that food insecurity impacts 1 in 6 children and 1 in 14 seniors in our area. Tackling this challenge requires active community allies, and our partnership with Sporting World has been invaluable.
Sporting World doesn't just sell sports gear—they've truly become a voice for food insecurity. By featuring a dedicated pantry bin in their store and using their sidewalk signs and social media to educate the public, they bring our cause directly to the eyes of local families and athletes. This brilliant dual-model allows customers to drop off non-perishable food items while they shop, seamlessly turning daily shopping into acts of charity. Their visibility efforts have helped break the stigma around hunger, drawing in new donors who otherwise might not have known how to help.
What makes Sporting World truly special is how their business model actively advocates for our cause. By directing their year-end net proceeds to RFCFP, they provide essential monetary support. These financial gifts go directly toward purchasing food to keep our shelves stocked and give our guests choice in what they eat. This support gives us the financial stability to plan for the hundreds of families who depend on us monthly.
We are so incredibly grateful for their energy and dedication.”
-Candice, Director of River Falls Community Food Pantry

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Athletes of the Month

Each month, we celebrate two local athletes: one from UW–River Falls and one from community youth sports. Athletes are nominated by coaches acknowledging a kid worth recognizing.