Food Banks

The federal government shutdown could start affecting food benefits in November, when the program known as SNAP wouldn't be paid out, leaving many low-income families scrambling.

Gov. Tina Kotek announced she’s sending $5 million in state funding to food banks on Wednesday as Oregon braces for a cutoff of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program expected at the start of November.

Area food banks have quickly adapted to changing circumstances, even though canceled food drives and the need for safe handling have disrupted their…

1 in 5 Oregonians will rely on a food pantry or soup kitchen in 2016. This is according to a recent survey from the Oregon Food Bank. The "Hunger Factors"…

Food for Lane County in Eugene is installing a generator Monday. The food bank will be the only one in the state with backup power in case of a…