Dear friend,
The 2021 legislative session is in full swing, and our leaders are making decisions that will have a huge impact on hunger in our communities. Among the critical investments they’re considering is Double Up Food Bucks — one of our most effective tools to reduce food insecurity.
Double Up Food Bucks provides a match of up to $10 to Oregon Trail Card shoppers to purchase more fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets, CSAs, and grocery stores.
Contact your legislators to urge them to support Senate Bill 555 which provides critical funding for the expansion of Double Up Food Bucks across the state. This expansion will require additional state funding. Legislation is pending right now to expand Double Up Food Bucks in the state budget, so please take a moment to support this cause.
Our elected leaders want to hear from you! Are you a volunteer or donor? Do you have a food-related story to share? If so, feel free to share it here.
Meet our new gleaner, Jeff!
Jeff is the newest member of the Lift UP team. He has been involved with various organizations that address hunger and food security and works closely with our community partners to ensure that Preston’s Pantry stays well-stocked. Jeff’s devotion for providing access to fresh, healthy food is motivational for all of us. As he says, “Simply put, no one should go hungry! Everyone should have their basic needs met.”
In his spare time, Jeff enjoys playing music. Welcome to the team, Jeff!
Hunger Relief Match with New Seasons!
Starting today, Wednesday, May 19 until Wednesday, May 26, New Seasons will match donations up to the first $36,000 raised across all New Seasons Market locations. That means you can shop at any New Seasons location and not only support Lift UP, but also many other vital nonprofits addressing food insecurity across our region.
Donations will be pooled at the end of the week and distributed evenly among all participating organizations. This is a great opportunity to fight hunger across Portland, while getting your weekly grocery shopping done!
Sincerely,
The Lift UP Team
Food brings us together.
