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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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SNAP Outreach
SNAP Helps Oregonians
Did you know that more than half of all Americans will use SNAP at least once in their lifetime? Currently more than 800,000 Oregonians - 1 in 5 - receive SNAP. This impacts Oregon in 3 important ways:
- It immediately puts food on the table
- It stabilizes the family budget
- It brings more than $1 billion federal tax dollars back into the state. Each $1 creates a $1.79 in local economic activity, helping to support local grocers and farmers
Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon (PHFO) works with local communities and statewide leaders to identify access barriers, implement new policies, and increase participation statewide. Our SNAP Outreach Steering Committee Minutes and 211 SNAP Report works to improve the program at many levels. Our outreach coordinators travel across the state providing training, tools, and support to community partners.
PHFO has developed several successful strategies to increase participation of underserved populations, including seniors and students. Additional materials include brochures, fact sheets, powerpoint presentations and videos.
Apply for SNAP: See if you are eligible and learn how to apply.
Get Program Assistance: technical support for your community.
RESOURCES & TOOLS
Advocacy & Outreach Tools
SNAP and Other Benefits
People using SNAP are often eligible for other services.
SNAP Outreach Fact Sheets
SNAP Fact Sheets developed by Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon are available for free download.
SNAP Outreach Brochures
Outreach brochures available free of charge through Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS)
SNAP Videos
2012 Food Security Summit
Session recordings and materials are available online!
States' Guide to Federal Nutrition Programs
A resource guide for states from the Food Research & Action Center
SNAP for College Students
Many students are surprised to learn they may be eligible for SNAP (food stamps).
Food Stamp Program Strategies of Accountability PDF, 69 KB
The Oregon Department of Human Services has published Strategies of Accountability for their SNAP program offices.
SNAP (food stamp) Outreach Guide
A resource for those who are interested in improving food stamp participation in their communities.
SNAP Outreach: Positive Messaging
Some examples of common misperceptions:
News
Nov. 13
Become a Partner
We envision an Oregon where everyone is healthy and thriving, with access to affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate food.
Jun. 8
Op-Ed: Food stamps work PDF 95KB
The Oregonian: Food stamps work to fill the country's hunger gap with healthy policy
Sep. 23
USDA recognizes Oregon's SNAP program
Agriculture secretary announces bonus awards for states achieving outstanding, timely nutritional assistance.
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."
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.
Reports
Feb. 10
Food Program Use in Your County
Details on the use of federally funded nutrition programs among Oregon counties, and the level of untapped federal resources.
Jul. 21
Real Food, Real Choice: connecting SNAP recipients with farmers' markets
A new report by the Community Food Security Coalition.
Mar. 2
Video: About the Food Stamp Program (CBPP)
A video about the SNAP program (formerly food stamps) from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Dec. 29
SNAP Outreach Strategies to Reach Seniors
In 2008, PHFO began a pilot SNAP outreach project to reach seniors in Washington County.
Oct. 30
History of Food Stamps and SNAP
Currently, more than 26 million Americans, including over 500,000 Oregonians, receive SNAP dollars each month. Over 80% of benefits go to households with children.
Aug. 23
SNAP Outreach
SNAP Helps Oregonians
Did you know that more than half of all Americans will use SNAP at least once in their lifetime? Currently more than 800,000 Oregonians - 1 in 5 - receive SNAP. This impacts Oregon in 3 important ways:
