Government Shutdown & SNAP Assistance

The ongoing government shutdown is impacting Oregonians. More than 20,000 federal workers in the Portland Metro area haven't received a paycheck in over a month, and 1 in 6 Oregonians have lost SNAP benefits.

If you're hurting right now, you're not alone. Here's how to get and give help.

If You're a Federal Employee Who Hasn't Been Paid

Use our Federal Employee Assistance Form to let us know about the financial challenges you're facing. It doesn't matter if you have a loan with us or not. If you're a member, we want to find solutions to ease the strain until your paychecks return. If you do have loans with us and skipping a payment would help, you can submit a request here.

If You've Been Impacted by SNAP Delays

Continue to apply for and renew benefits despite delays. Don't delay providing paperwork when requested. Once the funding is available again, payments will be backdated.

In the meantime, there's food available for you:

• Find free groceries, meals and food marketing with Oregon Food Bank's Food Finder.
• Call 211 to locate food pantries, pick-up sites, and delivery options. 
• Here's a growing list of restaurants, pantries, shelters, pet resources, and other mutual aid groups providing free or discounted food and meals.

If You're Able - Here's How You Can Help

Oregon Food Bank is filling in our community food gaps. They buy food in bulk and distribute to panties statewide, stretching every dollar further.

This is why we're hosting a fundraiser for Oregon Food Bank supporting this very cause. If you're in a position to give, we invite you to join us in donating directly to our neighbors in need.