Community food resources
SnowCap Community Charities
Food pantry serving individuals and families in Gresham and East Multnomah County.
Who qualifies: Multnomah County residents living east of 82nd. No income restrictions.
You will need to: If you are housed, provide proof of address dated within the last 30 days, such as a utility bill (electronic version on phone is fine). No other documents needed.
To get help:
- Come to SnowCap. Minimum to no contact is needed. One person at a time per family, please. Location and hours at
snowcap.org/services.
- A friend, family member or helping professional may pick up food on your behalf. Send a note/text with them or call/email SnowCap to give your permission, 503-674-8785 or
info@snowcap.org
Birch Community Services
Food, clothing and household items as well as financial self-sufficiency classes and one-on-one counseling for enrolled participants.
Who qualifies: Working families who are not receiving SNAP or TANF, but struggling to make ends meet.
You will need to: Apply online, meet with the financial counselor. A monthly service fee and volunteer hours are required.
To get help: Apply online at
birchcommunityservices.org or call 503-251-5431.
Meals on Wheels
Daily home-based meal deliveries.
Who qualifies: Seniors.
You will need to: The cost of each meal is $9.05. Diners over age 60 are asked to contribute what they can afford.
To get help: Visit
mowp.org to sign up or call 503-736-6325.
Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Food, nutrition resources and breastfeeding support to low-income families in Multnomah County.
Who qualifies: You may qualify for WIC assistance if you're pregnant, a new mom, or if you have a baby or young children under 5 years old. Dads, legal guardians, grandparents and foster parents can apply for WIC for their children. For more information visit the
Multnomah County WIC page.
For appointments or to apply: Call 503-988-3503 or email
wic.outreach@multco.us.
Free breakfast and lunch school meals
Who qualifies: Students K-12. Free breakfast and lunch is available at every school in Multnomah County.
You will need to: Apply
To get help: Visit
free school meals for program rules and eligibility.
Oregon Food Bank Food Finder
Find food near you. Enter your location to find free groceries, meals or fresh produce.
To get help: Visit Oregon Food Bank Food Finder.
SNAP (food stamps)
Benefits you can use to purchase food at grocery stores and farmers’ markets.
Who qualifies: Those at 200% or less of federal poverty level. Example: A family of four making $4,625 or less a month.
You will need: Proof of income for the last 30 days or a financial aid letter if you are a student.
To get help: Learn more and sign up online at
multco.us/food-assistance/snap-food-stamps-multnomah-county, call 503-320-6658 or email
SNAP@multco.us.
211
211 can help you navigate through the resources that work best for you and your family.
To get help: Call 2-1-1, email
help@211info.org or text your zip code to 898211. Information is also online at
211info.org/food.