January 29 2021
Pacific Foods donates 320 tons of products to Oregon Food Bank, Valentine s Day to honor senior citizens
Pacific Foods donates 35 truckloads of soup to Oregon Food Bank
In an effort to respond to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and an earlier response to help out those affected by the devastating Oregon wildfires, Tualatin-based Pacific Foods has donated 35 truckloads of soup and broth to the Oregon Food Bank.
The donation of the 320 tons of products, which began last October, is equivalent to 533,300 meals, according to company officials.
Pacific Foods, which specializes in organic, shelf-stable products, has had a 20 year relationship with Oregon Food Bank, donating more than 9.2 million pounds of food over that time.
UNION COUNTY — The fight against an increasing food insecurity problem in Union County is set to gain some momentum thanks to a FEAST grant from the Oregon Food Bank.
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Get Inside: 9 Things to Do While You’re Stuck At Home At the end of last year, Third Angle music began releasing “soundwalks” compositions by Portland musicians designed to be listened to while exploring specific parts of the city. Amenta Abioto. (Thomas Teal) Listen: Soundwalk by Amenta Abioto At the end of last year, Third Angle music began releasing soundwalks compositions by Portland musicians designed to be listened to while exploring specific parts of the city. Sonically, the series is all over the map, from serene piano and bubbling synths, to soundscapes and interviews recorded at Mt. Tabor Park. But so far, every piece has been supremely meditative. The newest edition is by Amenta Abioto, whose layered electronic music always sounds gorgeous, and is meant to be played while walking around N
Wells Fargo donates $50,000 to Oregon Food Bank
The donation will provide 150,000 meals for Oregon families.
Posted: Dec 23, 2020 7:07 AM
Updated: Dec 23, 2020 7:11 AM
Posted By: Chiann Nobrega
PORTLAND, Ore. To help fight hunger this holiday season, Wells Fargo is donating $50,000 to the Oregon Food Bank.
This money allows the food bank to secure and distribute enough food for 150,000 meals for families experiencing food insecurity in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Oregon State University estimates that nearly one in four Oregonians are food insecure.
“Our community is currently experiencing rates of hunger that haven’t been seen in a century,” shared Susannah Morgan, Oregon Food Bank CEO. “At Oregon Food Bank, we believe no one should have to choose between putting food on the table and paying for housing, for example.
6 things to do this week: White Album Xmas, Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ Pink Martini New Year’s Eve
Updated Dec 23, 2020;
This holiday season will feature events different from the traditional staples we’re used to. But that doesn’t mean they won’t be any less uplifting, fun, or just distracting during a time when most of us will remain “home for the holidays.”
An aerial view of Oaks Amusement Park, in Portland, on April 20, 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. Oregonian file photo.Brooke Herbert/The Oregonian/OregonLive
Oaks Park Cinnamon Bear Show
The Cinnamon Bear has been a beloved holiday tradition in the Portland area for more than 80 years. During this unusual holiday season Oaks Park will host a live, drive-in performance that can be seen from the warmth and safety of your own vehicle. PDX Parent says the show offers a way to get a “little bit of that Christmas magic back.” Holiday songs, adventures and more for young kids.