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The Oregon Hunger Task Force was created by the State Legislature in 1989 to collaborate with state agencies, businesses, non-profit organizations, public officials and local communities to end hunger in Oregon. We invite you to learn more about us , our partners, and our mission.
 
What's New:

New SNAP Report!
How is your County doing?
A record number of Oregonians (one in six) are receiving SNAP benefits (food stamps). This SNAP report shows the number of people participating and the federal dollars that are stimulating Oregon's economy. New county fact sheets available. Federal food assistance programs help Oregonians get the nutrition they need while bringing federal tax dollars back to our state. Download your county's fact sheet
Child Nutrition Reauthorization in 2009
Now Online!
School Meal Applications
Every five years congress reauthorizes federal child nutrition programs. 2009 will be an important year to improve school lunches, summer meals for kids, after-school snack programs, and WIC. More
School meal applications help struggling families and support local communities. When families fill out applications for free and reduced price school meals they are providing valuable data that bring funds and services to their school. More
   

 
 

Announcements

Oregon ranked 2nd in nation for hunger. Click here for the press release
New Web site coming: We will soon have a new look. Stay tuned for more info!
Report on food programs in child care settings Learn more

Oregon Business Hunger Initiative Learn more
Oregon Hunger Task Force wrap-up report for the 2009 legislative session
Working poor falling behind. View the 2008 NW Job Gap report and the Working Poor Families Project report
SNAP (Food Stamps) is a valuable resource for hungry Oregonians. Learn more on our Food Stamp Outreach Page.
Interested in your eligibility for food assistance? Call 1-800-SafeNet or visit http://www.oregonhelps.org/ for a confidential screening tool
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