SNAP Overview

SNAP Helps Oregonians

Did you know that more than half of all Americans will use SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as Food Stamps,) at least once in their lifetime? Currently more than 680,000 Oregonians-1 in 6-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 $1.70 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 improve the program at many levels through identifying access barriers, implementing new policies, and increasing participation statewide. We focus on strategies to increase access and participation of underserved populations including older adults and students. Our outreach staff travel across the state providing training, tools, outreach materials, and support to community partners.

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You may be able to get SNAP if you are working, receiving unemployment, or attending school. See if you are eligible and learn how to apply.

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SNAP Time Limits

There are new time limits for some SNAP participants in Oregon. These time limits are for able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs) and affect SNAP participants in Benton, Clackamas, Lane, Marion, Multnomah, Washington and Yamhill Counties.

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