Neighborhood Nonprofit Spotlight: Simone, Oregon Hunger

Patch talks to Oregon Hunger about the great work they're doing in the community.

Patch: Tell Patch a little about you and your organization!

Simone: I'm the Communications Manager at Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon (PHFO). We envision an Oregon where everyone is healthy and thriving, with access to affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate food.

Patch: How does your organization help to strengthen the local community?

Simone: We raise awareness about hunger, connect people to nutrition programs, and advocate for systemic changes that end hunger before it begins.

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Patch: When did you open?

Simone: 2006

Patch: What is the biggest struggle your organization faces?

Simone: Food insecurity rates! One in four kids and one in six Oregonians struggle to food on the table—because families don't make enough money to support basic needs like food.

Patch: What do you hope for the future of your nonprofit?

Simone: We hope that we can build the anti-hunger movement in Oregon, increase our impacts on disproportionately affected communities, and include the input and voices of people who have experiences with hunger. Also we hope to become the first state in the nation to end hunger!

People can get involved at oregonhunger.org/TakeAction

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