Oregon Food Bank’s Food Finder is the easiest way to find food banks and pantries within your immediate area. Simply enter in your location and the website will show you all the food banks and pantries close to you.
This article lists where you can find free meals across PDX. The information in this article might change, so always check the location’s website for updated hours and operations!
SNAP, previously known as food stamps, is a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. SNAP provides benefits to low-income individuals and families to help them purchase healthy and nutritious foods. This links to a webpage run by Partners for a Hunger Free Oregon. It lists whether or not, as a college student, you are eligible to apply for SNAP and also has a link to the application process. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us or the Basic Needs Hub if you need further assistance applying for SNAP!
Many farmers markets, including the one on PSU’s campus, will offer double the SNAP benefits. So your SNAP dollars can reach even further. Click the link to see what other farmers markets offer this!
This U.S. Department of Agriculture webpage helps non-citizens determine which federal nutritional programs may be available to them.
A site created by PSU students using ArcGIS to map out food resources around Portland. Updated ArcGIS can be found here.
This resource offers additional food and breastfeeding support to families with children under the age of 5 and for those who are pregnant.
The Basic Needs Hub provides students with one place to stop for all concerns related to providing basic needs support. Their mission is to connect PSU students to resources in the moment of need so students can focus on academics, career goals, and interpersonal relationships. They are located in Smith Memorial Student Union Suite 435.