Makin’ it Local is partnering with the Sisters Kiwanis Food Bank this October for Makin' it Local's annual Feed Sisters Food Drive.

With demand for food assistance in Sisters more than doubling since 2021, community donations are vital. Drop off nonperishable items at Makin’ it Local (281 W Cascade Ave) during store hours or bring them to special events—including
The Chamber Networking Meeting (Oct. 2),
First Friday Celebration (Oct. 3),
Fourth Friday Art Walk (Oct. 24),
and Halloween Food Drive (Oct. 31).
Donors will be entered to win prizes, and raffle proceeds benefit the Sisters Kiwanis Foundation. Visit FeedSisters.Com for more information. Together, we can fight hunger—neighbor to neighbor.
Follow Makin' it Local on Instagram at @makinitlocal for updates.
Heads up: Makin’ it Local will be closed Wednesday, Oct. 8, and back open Sunday, Oct. 12. Plan those drop-offs accordingly.

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The Why

Volunteers entirely power the Sisters Kiwanis Food Bank and have been serving local families in Sisters, Oregon, for over 40 years. As part of the Sisters Kiwanis Community Service Foundation, the food bank remains a vital lifeline for neighbors facing food insecurity.

Over the past few years, the demand for services has increased significantly. Between 2021 and 2024, the number of people helped more than doubled.Last year alone, they welcomed about 3,100 family visits and distributed nearly 100,000 pounds of food — enough to support:
~5,500 adults and 1,800 children who are housed
~911 adults and 161 children experiencing homelessness.The Food Bank's mission has always been straightforward: to ensure that every resident in need in Sisters has access to healthy food in a welcoming, low-barrier environment.Currently, the items needed most are: Peanut butter, strawberry and grape jelly, beef stew, canned chicken, corn flakes, refried beans, beef ravioli, chili, canned tuna, chicken noodle soup, and cream of chicken soup.Together, we can continue to fight hunger in Sisters — neighbor to neighbor.

You Are Invited!

Enter to Win Fabulous Prizes - One Can, One Entry

Makin’ it Local invites the community to join in supporting local families through food donations and special events this October. Guests who bring nonperishable food items during store hours or at featured events will be entered to win fabulous prizes, including locally made art, gift cards to Makin' it Local, gift cards to favorite restaurants such as Luckey's Woodsman, The McArthur, The Open Door, and Frankie’s (formerly Sisters Depot), as well as other surprises.

How to donate

Visit Makin' it Local during business hours

Visit Makin’ it Local during regular hours to drop off donations and enter prize drawings.Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 am–5:30 pm | Sunday, 10 am–4 pmLocation: 281 W Cascade Avenue, downtown Sisters, Oregon
PLEASE NOTE: Makin' it Local will be closed October 8 - October 11th.

Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce Monthly Network Meeting

Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 8:30–9:30 am
Connect with business and community members over coffee, pastries, mimosas, and more. Chamber members attend free; non-members $10. Donations encouraged—bring nonperishable food items to enter the prize drawings

Downtown First Friday in Sisters Celebration

Friday, October 3, 2025 | 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Sip and shop while supporting the cause. Enjoy Oregon wine, cider, beer, sparkling water, and Makin’ it Local’s “famous” gingersnaps and treats. Bring nonperishable food donations for a chance to win a prize. Oregon wines curated by Friends and Vine of Sisters, Oregon. First Friday in Sisters, a monthly event by the Sisters Business Association, is a chance for locals and visitors to come together, explore downtown, and celebrate the businesses that make our community thrive.

Fourth Friday Art Walk at Makin’ it Local

Friday, October 24, 2025 | 4:00 –7:00 pm
Celebrate local art and community giving. Purchase raffle tickets to win three framed original paintings by Susan Luckey Hidgon and Kathy Deggendorfer. —100% of raffle proceeds benefit the Sisters Kiwanis Foundation. Live music from 4:30–6:30 pm, with wine from Friends and Vine, hors d’oeuvres, and appetizers served. Bring nonperishable food donations to enter additional prize drawings.

Halloween Food Drive at Makin’ it Local

Friday, October 31, 2025 | 10 am – 5:30 pm
A festive way to give back. Donate food items for a chance to win prizes and Halloween goodies. Raffle tickets for original framed paintings benefiting the Sisters Kiwanis Foundation will also be available.

The Kiwans Club of Sisters Oregon

The Kiwanis Club of Sisters, Oregon, is a volunteer organization dedicated to community service, with a primary focus on improving the lives of youth and young adults. The club, founded in 1977, is a long-standing fixture in the community, known for operating the local food bank and hosting several annual fundraisers.
Mission and activities
The Kiwanis Club of Sisters works to create a positive impact in the Sisters Country area through various service projects.
Youth development: The club supports organizations such as the Boy Scouts, Campfire, Little League, and organized soccer. It also provides scholarships to graduating high school seniors.
Food bank: Kiwanis members maintain and operate the community food bank, which distributes emergency food boxes to local citizens in need.
Community infrastructure: The club has contributed to the development of several community assets, including the city's ballfield complex and a playground at the main city park.

Makin' it Local

We’re Makin’ it Local — and we’re all about celebrating Oregon! 🎉From art and photography to fine crafts, jewelry, ceramics, and unique gifts, our shop is filled with incredible creations by local talent. You’ll find work from our featured artists like Kathy Deggendorfer, Lindsay Gilmore, Rachel Dantona (Hikerbooty), James Parsons (Extreme Oregon), Michelle Snyder (Quail Lane Press), Susan Porteous (Green Bird Press), Julie Hamilton, Susan Luckey Higdon, Kara Frampton (KF Stoneware), Teri Axness (Muddy Ranch Studio), Charlotte Wallace, Jennifer O’Reilly, Erik Abel, Kari Phillips, Miguel Hernandez, Phyllisha Schneider (Novel Pottery), and Ashley Scholtes (Mitch Jewelry). Our spotlight artists include Megan Marie Meyers, Sheila Dunn, Pete Alport, Christian Murillo, and more.✨ Come see us for Seriously Great Art ✨
📍 281 W Cascade Avenue, Downtown Sisters, Oregon
📲 Follow along: @makinitlocal | www.makinitlocal.comFall Hours (Sept 1 – Oct 31, 2025):
Mon–Sat 10 am–5:30 pm | Sun 10 am–4 pm
PLEASE NOTE: Makin' it Local will be closed October 8 - October 11th.