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ODHS Facebook Announcement
11/7/2025
"November SNAP Benefits have been sent out in Oregon!"
From ODHS:
“November SNAP benefits are here in Oregon! The federal government remains shut down, but ODHS was able to issue full November SNAP benefits with federal approval. We know how important these benefits are, so we worked quickly to begin issuing benefits last night. Everyone should have full November SNAP benefits on their EBT cards this morning, Nov. 7, 2025 – even if you normally receive SNAP later in the month.”
Before shopping, check your EBT card balance to make sure their benefits have been issued. There are several ways to check your balance:
- Call ebtEDGE customer service toll-free at 888-997-4447
- Visit https://ebtEDGE.com
- Use the ebtEDGE mobile app
ODHS does not recommend any other EBT management websites or apps.
ODHS Facebook Announcement
11/3/2025
"Federal judges ruled that the Federal Administration must at least partially fund SNAP during the federal government shutdown."
What you need to know:
- November SNAP benefits have not been issued yet. The federal government has not released the funds to the states yet.
- You may not get your full November benefits right away. The Federal Administration is only partially funding November SNAP benefits for now. ODHS hope’s that they will still be able to issue full November SNAP benefits when the federal government shutdown ends, but we will need direct federal approval.
- SNAP benefits have never been paused before. Some states and vendors, including Oregon and our EBT vendor, don’t currently have systems that can send partial benefits. ODHS is already working on updates so they can send the partial benefits when we get them.
- Watch out for scams! We heard that, since the court rulings on Friday, some people have been seeing text, email, and social media posts telling them to click a link to get their SNAP benefits. Do NOT do this. It is a scam. Only trust information about your benefits from official ODHS sources.Learn more about protecting yourself from benefits theft: www.oregon.gov/odhs/benefits/Pages/protect.aspx
Governor Tina Kotek Presss Release
10/29/2025
Governor Tina Kotek Announces Three Key State Actions:
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Food Emergency Declaration:
The Governor has declared a food emergency to ensure the state can use all available resources to keep food flowing. The ODHS Office of Resilience and Emergency Management (OREM) will lead the agency response in coordination with Oregon Emergency Management (OEM).
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$5 Million in Emergency Food Funding:
ODHS will release $5 million to support Oregon’s network of food banks. This will help food banks purchase and distribute food and sustain local operations.
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Statewide Call to Action:
The Governor is encouraging all in Oregon to come together by donating to their local food pantry, community food bank, or Oregon Food Bank, contributing to “Blue Bag” food collection bins at grocery stores, and volunteering in their communities.
Read the Governor’s Press Release:
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS)
ODHS Resources
ODHS Food Resource Hub:
Visit the ODHS food resource hub to find free food markets, food banks, meal programs and more near you:
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Spanish:
Follow the ODHS on Facebook for the latest updates: @ORHumanServices
Oregon Food Bank
Food Finder:
Find free groceries, meals, or places to double your SNAP EBT benefits near you.
Give Food:
Below are links to support Oregon Food Bank:
Fina all the ways go give here:
oregonfoodbank.org/get-involved/give
Need help this Thanksgiving?
211info is open on Thanksgiving!
- Visit 211info.org, enter your zip code, and search for either “Thanksgiving meals” or “Thanksgiving baskets” to find programs near you.
- Or call 211, text your zip to 898211, or email help@211info.org to speak to someone directly.
211info provides information and referrals to more than 1,500 food resources across Oregon and Southwest Washington, including food pantries, farmers markets, community gardens, fresh food distribution, and summer food programs for youth.
For more information, visit:
Constituent Services
How to Contact Your Legislators
If you are unable to contact federal staff to resolve your issue, or the agency has suspended certain
services, you can let your federal lawmakers know the impact on your life.
One responsibility of members of Congress is to address constituent concerns with
federal agencies.
Here is a list of the constituent services websites and phone numbers for Oregon’s congressional delegation:
Farmers Market Fund
Emergency Double Up Food Bucks
Double Up Oregon
The Farmers Market Fund is offering Emergency Double Up Food Bucks – a temporary local food assistance program available to anyone with an EBT card.
EBT card holders can get up to $20 to spend on local produce at participating Double Up farmers markets and farm stands – even if they do not currently have a remaining balance on their EBT cards.
This program will run from November 1st through November 30th OR until all Oregon SNAP recipients’ funds have been distributed for November, whichever comes first.
Learn more at:
Bridgetown Bites Blog Post: Free Food During Shutdown
"SNAP Meals: Where To Eat, No Questions Asked, During the Suspension of SNAP"
50 Restaurants Giving Food
Bridgetown Bites has put together a list of 50 restaurants from 84 locations in the Portland Metro area, where people can access meals. Read the blog post and see the list here:
Or view the map here:
KATU-2 ABC Article
Updated: 11/3/2025
"LIST: Local businesses offering free food to people losing SNAP benefits"
KATU has also put together a list of businesses where people losing benefits an get free food. Read the article here:
Salem Reporter
10/29/2025
"How to help people or get food in Salem as SNAP benefits are delayed"
Central Oregon Daily News
11/3/2025
"Several local efforts in place to help people affected by SNAP pause"
Central Oregon Daily News also shared a video on how to register a business offering free food in Deschutes County at 211info.org.
Note: Businesses offering free food in other counties can also register on the 211info website.
Food for Lane County
Food for Lane County has a local “food finder.” See the link below: