Today, Dillons will host a high-energy Community Day Meal Packing Event during the NJCAA Basketball Tournament at Hutchinson Sports Arena. Volunteers and basketball fans will come together to pack 2,500 meals in the form of 500 family meal kits, along with 300 bags of apples and oranges, to support families in need in Reno County.
Each family meal kit will include shelf-stable ingredients and a recipe for BBQ Chicken Burrito Bowls. All packed items will be distributed by the Food Bank of Reno County to local families.
Members of the media are invited to capture the excitement of this community event and spotlight the impact being made by volunteers, tournament attendees, and community partners.
The event reflects Dillons’ commitment to caring for our communities and helping connect families with nourishing food.
EVENT DETAILS:
- WHAT: Dillons Community Day Meal Packing Event at the NJCAA Basketball Tournament
- WHO: Dillons, community volunteers and local organizations, basketball fans, and staff from the NJCAA
- WHEN: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, beginning at 12:00 PM
- WHERE: Hutchinson Sports Arena, 1300 N. Plum Street, Hutchinson, KS
WHY THIS MATTERS:
The NJCAA Basketball Tournament brings the community together in Hutchinson each year, creating a unique opportunity to combine the excitement of the tournament with meaningful service to local families.
Through this event, Dillons and community volunteers will pack 500 family meal kits featuring BBQ Chicken Burrito Bowls, totaling 2,500 meals, along with 300 bags of apples and oranges for a fresh, healthy snack option. These food items will be distributed through the Food Bank of Reno County to help support neighbors facing food insecurity.
This meal-packing event is another example of Dillons’ ongoing commitment to hunger relief and strengthening the communities it serves. By rallying volunteers and tournament attendees, the event transforms a day of basketball excitement into a day of impact for Reno County families.