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31st Annual A Taste on the River

A milestone evening of live music, drinks, culinary creations from top local chefs, amazing live and silent auctions, and connecting with friends in support of the Red Cross mission.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
6 PM to 9 PM
Bend XPO

A Taste on the River raises critical funds for the American Red Cross and Home Fire Relief. Your support provides important humanitarian services to our friends and neighbors every day!

Live and Silent Auctions

Support the Red Cross mission AND win fantastic items and experiences from generous donors both near and far.


Silent Auction

Live at 12:00pm on June 11, 2026
Closes at 8:15pm on June 17, 2026


Live Auction

Packages available to preview on June 11, 2026
Bidding will occur at Taste on the River on June 27, 2026

Donate Now

Support the American Red Cross

Your generous donation helps the Red Cross prepare for and respond to Home Fires, the nation's most frequent disaster.

How your gift can help
$1,500
- Financial assistance for 2 families
$1,000 - 45 free smoke alarm installations
$500 - A full day of food and shelter to 2 families of 4
$250 - Installation of 1 bed shaker smoke alarm for someone that is deaf or hard of hearing
$150 - Replacement medical or health items for 6 individuals
$50 - 2 free smoke alarm installations

Support the Red Cross 

 

Become a Red Cross VolunteerSchedule to Donate Blood

                                    

Hosted By

American Red Cross - Illinois
Questions? Please contact the Events Team at

The Bend XPO

922 Mississippi Court, East Moline, IL 61244, USA

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