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Mar. 21Help Prevent Summer Hunger
The Summer Food Service Program is a wonderful opportunity for kids to receive a nutritious breakfast and/or lunch during the summer months and to spend time with friends in the sunshine.
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May. 6
2013 Summer and Afterschool Meals Roadshow
2013 Summer and Afterschool Meals Roadshow
Many thanks to everyone who helped make the 2013 Summer and Afterschool Meals Roadshow a great success!
For the second year in a row, the beautiful Surftides Hotel in Lincoln City hosted the event and extended weekend discounts for those who wanted to enjoy a longer stay at the beach.
Apr. 8
Ways & Means Committee - public hearings 2013
Oregon Legisature to hold hearings in Eugene, Ashland, Bend, Hermiston, Portland, Tillamook and Salem
Mar. 21
Help Prevent Summer Hunger
The Summer Food Service Program is a wonderful opportunity for kids to receive a nutritious breakfast and/or lunch during the summer months and to spend time with friends in the sunshine.
Feb. 12
Forums to discuss hunger among Oregonians 50+
Check out details on past and upcoming forums in partnership with AARP Oregon!
Feb. 11
Webinars
New! Take advantage of "virtual" workshops offered by Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon.
Feb. 7
Annual Report: Executive Director's letter
In 2012 we broke new ground and cultivated partners. Read our accomplishments.
Jan. 17
Press Release: More children in Oregon getting breakfast at school
Further progress is imperative to ensure a healthy start.
Dec. 17
Make a Tax-Deductible Donation Today!
Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon operates through the generous support of community members just like you.
Nov. 13
Become a Partner
We envision an Oregon where everyone is healthy and thriving, with access to affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate food.
Sep. 19
Press release: Groundbreaking event helps address child hunger PDF 101KB
Ticket sales from the festival will support Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon and Share Our Strength
Sep. 9
Thank you for a successful Feast!
KATU AM Northwest kicked off the event at Jamison Square with interviews with Patti Whitney-Wise, First Lady Cylvia Hayes, and Feast Portland organizers and chefs.
Sep. 5
Press release: Oregon's Hunger rate high, but begins to budge PDF, 107KB
USDA releases latest hunger report showing small improvement in Oregon. Good news in jeopardy as SNAP cuts loom in Congress.
Jun. 26
Start Up and Expansion Grants for the At-Risk Afterschool Meal and Snack Program
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis from July 1, 2012 through February 28, 2013 or until all grant funds ($144,750) have been awarded.
Jun. 8
Press release: Summer food programs get boost to feed hungry kids PDF 96KB
Meal sites are ramping up to feed kids this summer
Jun. 8
Op-Ed: Food stamps work PDF 95KB
The Oregonian: Food stamps work to fill the country's hunger gap with healthy policy
Mar. 27
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Your action is needed. Join the Oregon TANF Alliance.
Dec. 21
Summer 2010 Highlights
A recap of our 2010 summer support grants, the caregiver meals pilot project, and our SFSP sustainability tour.
Sep. 23
USDA recognizes Oregon's SNAP program
Agriculture secretary announces bonus awards for states achieving outstanding, timely nutritional assistance.
Aug. 25
PHFO fellow's work results in better understanding of hunger in minority communities
PHFO advocates for better survey methods.
Jun. 17
Press Release: State budget cuts would worsen hunger problem
Contact Patti Whitney-Wise for more information.
Jun. 14
Oregonian: Child hunger game clock ticking down
On Sunday, June 13th, David Sarasohn from the The Oregonian wrote about the importance of adequate funding and a strong child nutrition reauthorization bill in "Child hunger game clock ticking down."
Return to Child Nutrition Reauthorization page
Jun. 10
House committee releases CNR bill
The House Committee on Education & Labor released a bill today for child nutrition reauthorization called the "Improving Nutrition for America's Children Act of 2010."
Jun. 8
SNAP/Food Stamp Recipients can use EBT at Rite Aid
Rite Aid Stores nationwide now accept EBT cards.
Jun. 8
SNAP/Food Stamps and LIHEAP Require Minimal Cost from Counties
Why these important programs are not "unfunded mandates."
May. 24
News-Review Douglas County: Funding sought for DC nutrition programs
John Sowell at The News-Review, Douglas County, Oregon, covers child nutrition reauthorization in a front-page article entitled Funding sought for DC nutrition programs.
May. 17
Mail Tribune: Congress should reauthorize child nutrition programs and increase funding
The Mail Tribune, southern Oregon's new source, published an editorial on child nutrition reauthorization: Congress should reauthorize child nutrition programs and increase funding.
May. 17
Oregonian: Feeding U.S. kids better now coming into season
David Sarasohn at The Oregonian published an editorial about Child Nutrition Reauthorization entitled: Feeding U.S. kids better now coming into season
May. 10
Register Guard: Priority 1 - Feed the Kids: Reauthorize and expand child nutrition programs
May 10th, 2010
Apr. 2
FRAC Provides Analysis of Nutrition Programs in President’s Budget
Food Research & Action Center, February 1, 2010
Apr. 2
Retailers Can Help Customers By Highlighting SNAP/Food Stamp Program
Supermarket News, January 4th 2010
Mar. 18
Help your clients learn about their eligibility for services
Oregon Helps launches a new and improved site.
Mar. 2
SNAP/Food Stamps are Only Income for Millions During Recession
The New York Times, January 3, 2009
Feb. 22
Our New Look
The Oregon Hunger Task Force and Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon have launched a new website and logo in collaboration with Insite Web Publishing and Lift Communications.
Feb. 11
2010 Legislative Agenda
Our highest priorities for the February 2010 state legislative session.
Jan. 25
Poverty has negative effect on lifespan (Business Week)
New study shows poverty, poor education shave years off life span.
Jan. 21
School Breakfast Bill Passes
A plan to reduce hunger among schoolchildren by offering 50,000 working-class kids a free breakfast at school won approval from the legislature during the 2009 Oregon legislative session.
Dec. 30
Back to School Lists Should Include Food
Child nutrition programs help children take full advantage of their education.
Dec. 29
Governor's Letter to Summer Food Sponsors PDF
Governor Kulongoski encourages communities to support Summer Food sites that feed kids.
Dec. 19
City of Portland fills critical gap in services for children
4,000 meals were served to children from low-income families.
Nov. 4
Researchers find Rural Poor have Barriers to Healthy Eating
A new report from Oregon State University.
Oct. 23
OSU takes an in-depth look at hunger in Oregon
A new report from Oregon State University seeks to understand the hidden causes and consequences of hunger in our state.
