Other Resources
Families who receive SNAP may still struggle with getting enough food on their plates and some families are not eligible for SNAP, but still need help with food. Check out our Food Assistance page or connect with 211 for help navigating other food and other general resources. To connect with 211, Dial 2-1-1, text your zip code to 898211, email help@211info.org or visit 211info.org.
Families and Individuals who receive SNAP may also be eligible to receive additional benefits just because they are SNAP-recipients. Here are just some of those benefits:
Use your SNAP benefits at local farmers markets and CSAs and stretch your SNAP benefits through the Double Up Farm Bucks Program.
Use your SNAP to buy food-producing seeds and edible plant starters at selected SNAP retailers
Qualify for the Free or Reduced Lunch Program at K-12 schools.
Receive nutrition education and food vouchers from Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program if you are pregnant, a new mom, or if you are caring for a baby or child under 5 years old.
Qualify for the Low-Income Fare Program from Tri-Met for discounts on single ride, daily, and monthly fares.
Receive a free cell phone and service or a discount on phone or broadband bill through the Oregon Telephone Assistance Program.
Internet Essentials from Comcast brings affordable, high-speed Internet to your home.
Buy $5 tickets to watch plays, music, theater, dance shows, and other entertainment for the entire family through the Arts for All and Zoo for All programs.
Access SNAP Training and Employment Programs (STEP), which provides support for SNAP-recipients to access training and education programs for better employment opportunities. Talk to your local DHS branch for more information.
College students may be eligible to postpone paying back student loans while receiving SNAP benefits. For more information, talk to your school financial aid department.
- The Pongo Fund provides quality pet food and veterinary care for family pets.