11/02/2025
As of November 1st, more than 313,000 Oregonians who rely on SNAP (food stamp) benefits to feed their families have had those funds delayed. 😕
That means parents are trying to stretch what’s left in the pantry… while elderly neighbors, Veterans, and children across our state may be going without. 😔
Please check in on the people around you. Many can’t easily get to a food bank or don’t even know where to start. A quick visit, a grocery drop-off, or simply sharing local resources can make a real difference right now. 🫶🏼
If you’re able, donate or volunteer with our local food programs:
• The Giving Plate (Bend) – thegivingplate.org
• La Pine Community Kitchen – lapinecommunitykitchen.org
• NeighborImpact Food Bank Network – neighborimpact.org/get-help/food
• St. Vincent de Paul of Bend – svdpofbend.org
• https://gofund.me/c3c120ee8
If you know someone struggling, share this statewide resource: needfood.oregon.gov
ALSO… Did you know:
• SNAP helps more than 1 in 6 Oregonians — about 18% of households — buy groceries. This includes children, working families, older adults, and people with disabilities.
• Every $1 in SNAP benefits generates $1.50–$1.80 in local economic activity — driving an estimated $1.6 billion into Oregon’s economy each year. 🤯
When that support stalls, the ripple effects are enormous for families, for local stores, and for our entire community. 😥
Compassion is contagious. Let’s make sure everyone in Central Oregon, especially our vulnerable elders, Veterans, and children, have food on the table this week! 😊
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