DONATE ONLINE to FOOD For Lane County EUGENE, Ore. – Food insecurity and hunger remain a challenge for many people in Western Oregon. You can help our neighbors in need… Read more »
Fans bring canned food to Ducks Spring Game to benefit FOOD For Lane County
EUGENE, Ore. — Saturday was Duck Day at Autzen Stadium. Admission to the Oregon Ducks Spring Game was one can of non-perishable food that goes to FOOD for Lane County. “It’s… Read more »
‘Our chance to create something new’: How local Latinos flexed for their most vulnerable
Two years into the coronavirus pandemic, ways to support Lane County Latinos, mostly created by Latinos, are in place to address health and wellness disparities highlighted by the virus’ onslaught…. Read more »
Youth Farmer 2022 Applications Open!
The Youth Farm offers its participants: Educational activities, field trips, and guest speakers on gardening, nutrition, financial planning, and career development Training in customer service, leadership, and team work Access… Read more »
Ducks put in reps and soak up the sun ahead of Oregon Spring Game
EUGENE, Ore. – The Ducks hit the practice field Wednesday under sunny skies in preparation for the annual Oregon Spring Game at Autzen Stadium. The game is set for 1 p.m…. Read more »
Hoodoo offers free lift tickets Thursday 4/7 with food donation
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Hoodoo Ski Area will offer free lift tickets from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Thursday for guests who donate a minimum of four non-perishable food items. Food donations go… Read more »
Nourishing the community and inspiring others to give
Editor’s note: Duck of the Week is a section in Around the O Workplace that highlights UO employees and their work, and to help build community by learning more about our coworkers…. Read more »
Need swells; pandemic pressures food pantries
Hunger pangs in the county are increasing as food prices skyrocket, further straining residents already financially burdened by the pandemic. “The need is greater than ever to get food into… Read more »
January 2022: Internships available at the Youth Farm!
FOOD For Lane County’s Youth Farm is a 6-acre urban educational farm where we work with community to increase food security and offer skill-building opportunities to people of all ages…. Read more »
New meal kit program benefits Lane County residents with food insecurity
A new pilot program at Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center in Springfield gives low-income families meal kits and info on healthy eating and access to food assistance. Dr. Serena Black… Read more »