BYU Students Host Art Show for Provo Food Bank
The 99.9 Gallery held a fundraiser at Community Action Gardens to support the local food bank's urgent financial needs.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Organizers from The 99.9 Gallery held an art show at Community Action Gardens to collect donations for the Community Action Services and Food Bank. The event encouraged attendees to contribute canned goods and proceeds from a pizza pop-up to support the organization.
Why it matters
The Community Action Services and Food Bank faced a critical deadline to secure $100,000 in funding after a lack of grant support. This grassroots effort aims to bridge that financial gap and provide essential resources for local residents.
The food bank faces a $100,000 fundraising goal to sustain operations, while the recent pizza pop-up provided an initial $200 contribution. Organizers collected various canned goods from attendees in exchange for local artist prints.
The players
The 99.9 Gallery
This art group was founded by three students who met during a summer intensive at the BYU Art Department.
Community Action Services and Food Bank
Located on Freedom Boulevard, this organization provides essential food and support services to the Provo community.
The details
Run by three BYU students, The 99.9 Gallery coordinated the art exhibition to foster community support for the food bank located on Freedom Boulevard. The initiative originated from a project within a BYU Art Department summer intensive.
Timeline
October 2026 marks the deadline for the food bank to reach its $100,000 funding target.
Market Landscape
This fundraiser reflects a broader trend of local non-profits seeking alternative revenue streams to compensate for reduced grant funding. By leveraging student-led initiatives, community organizations can maintain operational capacity when traditional institutional support declines.
Local residents can continue to support the food bank directly by donating non-perishable goods or funds at the organization's site. These contributions directly assist in meeting the $100,000 funding goal necessary to keep essential food services operational.
The takeaway
Community-led art events can serve as vital stopgaps for essential services during times of financial instability. Engaging in local fundraisers provides a tangible way for neighbors to ensure critical resources remain available for those in need.
Further reading
For more information on supporting local charitable initiatives, visit Philanthropy.
More information
To contribute directly to the organization, visit the Community Action food bank donation portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by BYU Daily Universe.
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