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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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Child Hunger Prevention
Contact: Lesley Nelson
Manager, Child Hunger Prevention - Portland Metro
Email, (503) 595-5501, ext. 307
Contact: Rose Walker
Manager, Child Hunger Prevention - Rural Oregon
Email, (503) 595-5501 ext. 324
Why We Do Outreach
Many federally-funded child nutrition programs go underutilized because parents, teachers, etc. are unaware of their existence. Some programs struggle to maintain adequate staffing and operating funds.
What We Do
We work with community partners, including the Oregon Department of Education, to publicize and expand participation in these nutrition programs. We currently focus on two underutilized programs:
The After-School Meal and Snack Program
The Summer Food Service Program
Good Nutrition Makes a Difference
Good child nutrition can make a huge emotional, physical, and mental difference through childhood and into adulthood. Several studies have shown how the adverse effects of hunger on children (including stunted growth and brain development and delayed motor-skills development) can be permanent and largely irreversible. Moreover, there is extensive research that shows the link between adequate nutrition and school success.
RESOURCES & TOOLS
Advocacy & Outreach Tools
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.
Feb. 11
Webinars
New! Take advantage of "virtual" workshops offered by Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon.
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.
2012 Food Security Summit
Session recordings and materials are available online!
Summer Meals: New Outreach Materials
Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon has developed new outreach materials to advertise summer meal programs around the state.
Sustainability Assessment Tool PDF, 132KB
Jul. 14
Free or Reduced Price Lunches (F/R)
Children and youth are able get a Free or Reduced (F/R) price lunch at their local school through the National School Lunch Program. There are two main ways to qualify:
Afterschool Meal Program Guide
Find resources, assess your program, and get help with your questions.
States' Guide to Federal Nutrition Programs
A resource guide for states from the Food Research & Action Center
Tips for Increasing Free and Reduced Lunch Applications
It is more important than ever to ensure your rate of Free and Reduced meal eligibility reflects the needs of your students, and your school.
Summer Food: Guide for Congregational Involvement PDF, 277 KB
A guide for faith-based organizations to get involved in the Summer Food Service Program.
Summer Food: Guide for Site Supervisors PDF, 35 KB
A quick guide for site supervisors at Summer Food meal sites.
Summer Food: Outreach Timeline PDF, 163 KB
A month-by-month guide to Summer Food outreach.
Summer Food: Sponsor Timeline PDF, 41 KB
Helpful tips throughout the year for running a summer food meal site.
USDA Memo: School Gardens PDF, 89 KB
USDA School Meals Eligibility Manual PDF, 308 KB
Summer Food Program Guide
Introduction to the Summer Food Service Program including planning, logistics, and training.
News
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.
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. 11
Webinars
New! Take advantage of "virtual" workshops offered by Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon.
Jan. 17
Press Release: More children in Oregon getting breakfast at school
Further progress is imperative to ensure a healthy start.
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. 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.
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.
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.
Dec. 21
2010 Caregiver Meal Report PDF, 66KB
Highlights from our pilot project to serve meals to parents at summer food sites.
Jul. 14
Free or Reduced Price Lunches (F/R)
Children and youth are able get a Free or Reduced (F/R) price lunch at their local school through the National School Lunch Program. There are two main ways to qualify:
Apr. 22
Reimbursement Rates for Child Meal Programs
Including Summer Food, School Lunch, Afterschool, School Breakfast and Special Milk Programs.
Apr. 2
Schools Switch Lunch and Recess, Find Kids Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
The New York Times, January 25, 2010
Nov. 21
Statewide Analysis of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (2009, Oregon Child Development Coalition) PDF
A new report from Oregon Child Development Coalition presents information on the state of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) in Oregon today.
