On this page, you’ll find a variety of food assistance resources for Oregon residents. I’ll be updating this page as I find more resources.
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FindHelp.org
FindHelp.org is an extensive database of free or reduced-cost resources in your area, including food, housing, financial assistance, healthcare, and more.
211info
211info is a private, community-based nonprofit organization funded by state and municipal contracts, foundations, donations, and community partners in Oregon and Southwest Washington. 211info serves Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties in Washington, as well as the entire State of Oregon.
If you need additional assistance, dial 2-1-1 (toll-free: 866-698-6155).
Too Good to Go
Install the Too Good to Go app for yourself or friends and family. Too Good to Go is an app that prevents food waste by allowing its users to grab leftovers from their favorite local spots. You can get everything from bread to full meals at a low price.
Portland-Specific:
Portland Food Resources Map Project: A community member was kind enough to create a few PDX-focused maps, featuring food resources (food banks, pantries, and even local restaurants offering free meals) and Free Fridge locations, to make it easier to visually see what’s nearby or easily reachable in your area of Portland.
Cheap Grocery Shopping Options Around Portland
Multnomah County:
Clackamas County:
Clackamas Service Center: Tuesday and Thursday from 12 pm-4 pm. CSS offers a variety of grocery items catered to folks who live outside; however, this service is open to anyone! If you need food, you are welcome to join them for lunch and pick up some groceries on any Tuesday or Thursday (excluding Thanksgiving and any day between Christmas and New Year’s Day, when we are closed).
Usually, grocery items available during lunch include pre-made salads and sandwiches, breads, shelf-stable milk, canned soups, fruit, granola bars, and other portable, prepared, or easy-to-cook items. You can pick up a bag of groceries on either Tuesday or Thursday when they are offered.
North Clackamas School District Food Pantry & Clothes Closet: For families with students enrolled in the North Clackamas School District, the NCSD has a food pantry and clothes closet at the Wichita Center. The Food Pantry & Clothes Closet hours are Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. To access the Food Pantry at Wichita, you must have a student enrolled in North Clackamas Schools or one of the programs at the Wichita Center. The Clothes Closet at Wichita is only for students enrolled in the North Clackamas School District.
Hunger Fighters Oregon: Hunger Fighters Oregon is a small food pantry located in Lake Oswego, Oregon, dedicated to providing food and essential household items at no cost to those in need. Hunger Fighters is a no-barriers food pantry—they do not require proof of income or residency, and appointments are not required to shop. They are open Mondays from 4 to 6 pm, Wednesdays from 5 to 7 pm, and Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm.
Washington County:
Nutrition and Meal Programs for Seniors (60+)
Beaverton Resource Center’s Care To Share Food Pantry Network: The Beaverton Resource Center’s Care To Share Food Pantry Network serves Beaverton, Aloha, and Portland area residents who live within the following zip codes: 97003, 97005, 97006, 97007, 97008, 97078, 97123, 97124, 97223, 97225, and 97229.
Packed with Pride: Organized by the Foundation for Tigard Tualatin Schools, Packed With Pride serves families in the Tigard Tualatin School District, which includes the cities of Tigard, Tualatin, King City, Durham, and Metzger, through a shopping-style food distribution.
Beaverton-Hillsboro DHS Free Food Market: Held every Second Tuesday of the Month, 1:30 to 2:30 pm. Shop for free, fresh, and healthy fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples.
This food is free, and anybody is welcome.
No identification, name, or address needed.
Please bring bags or boxes.