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National & Local Resources

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Use this page as a guide to local and national resources that support the health and well-being of college students.

National Resources

Oregon Food Bank - Food Finder
Find food near you. Enter your address to find free meals, food boxes or fresh produce.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
A Feeding America initiative dedicated to helping people stay healthy during difficult times.
If you need help applying for SNAP (food stamps) benefits, contact the student life office at
503-554-2310

Swipe Out Hunger
An organization that partners with college campuses nationwide to end student hunger.

Food Recovery Network
The largest student-led movement fighting food waste and working to end hunger in America.

 211.org
211 is the most comprehensive source of information about local resources and services in the country. 
Simply call 211 to speak to someone now, or search by location for online resources and more contact information.

Food Hero
Whether you are a new or experienced gardener or cook, Food Hero has resources for everyone. 

Food Labels - Food Safety

Many people throw away food simply because of the date printed on the label. But often it is still perfectly edible, according to experts.

With no federal regulations requiring standardized labels for dates on food except for baby formula, it’s no surprise that deciphering terms like “Best Before,” “Best By,” “Best If Used By,” “Enjoy By,” and “Sell By” can be mind-boggling.

What most people don’t realize is that those labels are more about how fresh something is — not how safe the food is to eat.

Community Resources

Information 

Hunger & Humanity:Connecting Food Justice and Healthcare

Academic Resources