Message from the Principal: Resources for Families

Rebecca Morris

Food

All school districts are still offering breakfast and lunch to any kids 1-18 at participating locations: www.kgw.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/food-meals-schools-portland-closed-coronavirus/283-f54b65f9-eeb8-4854-b7a9-f0fc9d61aab2

You can use SNAP benefits to have groceries delivered from Amazon and Walmart (though a delivery fee will be charged): pamplinmedia.com/pt/9-news/455303-371419-oregonians-can-now-order-groceries-online-with-food-stamps

Restaurants offering free lunches for kids while supplies last:

  • Laughing Planet (all locations) is providing free kid’s meals to kids who qualify for reduced lunch.
  • Lionheart Coffee Co. (Beaverton) is offering brown bag lunches at both Beaverton locations for anyone who needs them.
  • Pita Pit (Oregon City) is offering lunch to local students in need.
  • Hog Wild BBQ (Clackamas) is offering free meals to kids who receive free lunches at their schools.
  • PDX Sliders is offering free kid’s meals to any child who needs one. Just let them know “school is out.”
  • Stella Taco (3060 SE Division St.) Just ask for a “school lunch.”
  • Sugar Street Bakery & Bistro (1430 SE Water Ave.) is offering free brown bag lunches for children and families in need.
  • Bless Your Heart Burgers (5410 NE 33rd Ave.) Order a free kid’s hot lunch! Learn more at www.byhpdx.com/freelunch.
  • Koi Fusion is offering free kids meals for kids under 12.

Hunger Fighters food pantry in Lake Oswego is open 1-3pm every Saturday: www.hungerfightersoregon.org

Gleaner Programs:

NE Portland Birch Community Services: www.birchcommunityservices.org

Find Food: www.oregonfoodbank.org/find-help/find-food/

Food Boxes & Hot Meals: www.portlandoregon.gov/gatewaycenter/article/304568

Apply for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program): oregonhunger.org/apply-for-snap/

Childcare

The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) is expanding childcare benefits to support families during the COVID-19 outbreak: oregonearlylearning.com/oregon-expands-child-care-benefits-to-support-families-and-providers-during-spread-of-covid-19/

Technology

Most companies are waiving late fees and suspending data usage limits due to COVID-19. Check out your specific company for more information: www.cnet.com/news/carriers-are-suspending-internet-data-caps-during-coronavirus/

Utilities

Local companies will suspend shutoffs due to late payments or if you are unable to pay. Please contact your utility company to discuss options.

Homeowner Assistance

Oregon Homeowner Support is a new website that lists HUD-approved counseling agencies. NEDCO is the designated agency for Clackamas County homeowners (not affiliated with NWFS). Their services are geared toward homeowners who are struggling to make their mortgage payments or who are already in default and at risk of foreclosure. These services are provided at NO CHARGE to the homeowner. Despite the mortgage and real estate crisis in our state, there are programs and help available: www.oregonhomeownersupport.gov

Unemployment

Educational Opportunities