Food Resources
This resource newsletter focuses on local food resources including food pantries, free meals, help with groceries and more for those impacted by the loss of SNAP benefits.
SNAP and the Government Shutdown – If the government shutdown continues past October 31st, November SNAP benefits will not be issued until the shutdown ends. Find out important information about this here and post or share this FAQ about how the shutdown is affecting SNAP.
Community partners can watch this Webinar Recording from ODHS to learn about SNAP updates.
Sign up for a ONE Online Account to receive important updates about your SNAP benefits as mailed notices will not be sent during the shutdown. You can also download the One Mobile App to get these important updates.
Food Finders – Find free groceries, pantries, and meals using this search tool from Oregon Food Bank. You can also use this Food Finder to share extra food or find neighbors offering food they don’t need here
Use this map to find more food pantries, meal sites, and more!
Call 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211 at any time to get help finding food near you or if you need help accessing the food resources.
Food Resource List – Check out this full list of local pantries, free fridges, markets, community meals and more including dates and locations.
Buy Nothing Project – If you have Facebook, you can search for your local Buy Nothing Group and join to both give and receive items for free including food, groceries, and even prepared meals. Search “Buy Nothing” and your neighborhood or city to find your local group. You can also get help finding your local group here
Free Meals at Restaurants – Several local Portland restaurants are offering FREE meals to SNAP recipients during the shutdown.
AG Burrito Shops – Free breakfast burrito with the option of rice and beans available until 12pm daily. Just say “SNAP Burrito.” Find more info here and locations here
DB Dessert Company – Free fresh baked loaves of bread starting November 1st. Find info here
El Sombrero Tapatio – Free meal – just ask for the “SNAP Meal” and let them know if you prefer chicken or beef. Find info here
The Pharmacy PDX – Reserve a meal (chicken enchiladas this week) by emailing thepharmacypdx@gmail.com before 8am Saturday with the number of people eating for pickup on Sunday. Find info here
Mama Chow’s Kitchen – Free meals for senior citizens and children that rely on SNAP. Just say “Pans” when you reach the counter and find more here
GeekEasy Anime Café – Ask for “The Otaku Special” and get a free ham and cheese or mixed greens wrap plus coffee or iced tea. Find more here
Heretic Coffee – Free breakfast for anyone losing SNAP benefits. Just ask for the “SNAP breakfast” and find more here
Creekside BBQ – Free hot meals, just stop in and ask for the shutdown special. Find more here
Legacy Coffee PDX - Free sack lunches starting November 1st for anyone losing SNAP benefits. Includes a PB&J, chips/vegetable pouch, and juice box. Find more information here
Delicious Donuts - Free doughnuts, coffee, and breakfast items to anyone who needs extra support. 12 SE Grand Ave, Portland.
Mikiko Mochi Donuts - Show your SNAP card for a free donut and coffee. Find details here
Laughing Planet - Free child and adult SNAP meals. Find more info here
Grassa - Show your SNAP card for a free kids’ pasta for children in your group. No purchase is required. Find info here
Salvi PDX - Free pupusitas for anyone losing food benefits. Find details here
Red Sauce Pizza - Free frozen pizzas for children losing SNAP available to order November 1st. Find more here
Makin’ Groceries - A pay-what-you-can Cajun Cafe - 7137 NE Fremont. Find info and hours here
Miss Delta - Free pulled pork po boy or BBQ cheeseburger for SNAP recipients. Find more here
Pizzeria Stellina - Cart at the Heist food cart pod - 4727 SE Woodstock Blvd, is offering free pepperoni calzones to those losing SNAP. Info here
Feed A Cutie – Focusing on providing grocery gift cards to queer and trans community members impacted by loss of SNAP. Request a gift card here
Gopuff Free Groceries - Delivery app offering two $25 credits in November for free groceries and delivery when you add your SNAP card to your account. Find more information including how to redeem the credits here
Meals on Wheels – Meal delivery program for people age 60 and older. Find more and request meals here
Pet Food Assistance – Find organizations that can help with pet food here