Hunger pangs in the county are increasing as food prices skyrocket, further straining residents already financially burdened by the pandemic. “The need is greater than ever to get food into… Read more »
Posts Categorized: FFLC partner agencies
FOOD For Lane County asking community to help raise $500K to expand capacity
FOOD for Lane County is asking for the community to help fundraise $500,000 in hopes of renovating its Bailey Hill warehouse, which opened in 1999, as soon as early January…. Read more »
FFLC COVID-19 Video Updates
COVID-19 Video Update: Food Distribution
More than 70 percent of the 9 million pounds of food we distributed last year was provided by 34 food pantries. This week’s video update describes how our partners have… Read more »
COVID-19 and Food Insecurity in Lane County
Food insecurity is defined as the lack of access to sufficient food because of limited financial resources. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) conducts an annual household survey to track… Read more »
Stimulate the fight against hunger
The past year has demonstrated how important food assistance is during a time of crisis. It has also tested the strength and resilience of our local food assistance network. One… Read more »
Thank you Oregon Food Bank for your assistance!
We would like to thank our partner Oregon Food Bank for a Rapid Response grant of $5,000, which we used to help purchase a new set of convection ovens for… Read more »
Rural Organizing Project takes on food pantry status
Volunteers prepare food in ROP’s kitchen on Feb. 18. With an average of 600 families served per week, the organization is on the constant lookout for those who can volunteer… Read more »
International Paper Foundation Aids Holiday Farm Fire Response
Working out of a relief center in Blue River, John Carlile and some dedicated volunteers are distributing food and other essentials to people affected by the Holiday Farm Fire. “Folks… Read more »
The Arc challenges stereotypes, expands role in community aid
CARES: A natural extension In response to the evolving needs of the community during the pandemic and wildfires this year, The Arc of Lane County is debuting Community Allies Resources… Read more »