The need in Central Oregon is GREATER than EVER.

We cannot meet this challenge alone.

Community support — whether through food donations, monetary contributions, or volunteering time — makes a profound difference.

Your Giving is Giving Hope

Donate Food

We empower individuals through our Community Store and innovative programs, allowing them to reclaim dignity and find hope for tomorrow. By donating food, you help remove stigma and inspire hope, ensuring that everyone feels valued and cared for in their time of need.

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Donate Funds

Your contributions enable us to deliver food and compassion to those in need, ensuring that no one in Central Oregon goes hungry. Your financial support directly impacts our ability to serve families, empowering individuals and families to reimagine their futures.

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Volunteer Time

Volunteering with The Giving Plate offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a compassionate community dedicated to fighting hunger. By donating your time and energy, you help create an environment where dignity, respect, and hope flourish.

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Donate Food

Food donors are essential partners in our mission to combat hunger in Central Oregon. Every food donation brings comfort and nourishment to families. Together, we can create a community where everyone feels supported.

The following is a list of food items that are needed on a regular basis. Please ensure all donated food items are sealed in their original packaging and are within 12 months of expiration.

Thank you for your support!

- Fresh produce
- Cereal
- Snack foods
- Bakery Items
- Dairy
- USDA Meats (processed in a commercial facility)
- Condiments
- Coffee
- Eggs

- Peanut Butter
- Boxed Meals
- Dried Beans
- Pasta & Pasta Sauce
- Rice A Roni
- Rice
- Mac n' Cheese
- Mixes - Cake, Bread, Cornbread
- Canned Fruit &
- Vegetables
- Canned Meats
- Canned Beans
- Soup / Chili
- Juice boxes
- Bars
- Fruit Snacks / Fruit
- Rollups
- Cups of Mac & Cheese or Ramen
- Pudding
- Fruit Cups / Fruit Squeeze
- Individual Servings - Peanut
- Butter
- Oatmeal
- Crackers
- Individual Servings - Chips
- Microwave Popcorn
- Trail Mix
- Baby Food / Formula
- Body Soap: Bar & Liquid
- Can Openers
- Dish Soap
- Diapers
- Laundry Soap
- Toilet Paper
- Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
- Paper Towels & Napkins
- Wipes

Have food to donate?

• Have food to donate? •

We are unable to accept food donations at our Community Store.

Thank you for bringing your food donations to our Distribution Center.

We accept all food donations at our Distribution Center, located at 1212 NE 1st Street, Bend, OR 97701.
- Sunday & Monday: Closed
- Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
When donating during our open hours, please drive to the back of the building and ring the door bell if you don’t see anyone. Our staff or volunteers will meet you to accept your donation.
If you have a large donation of food, please call to schedule that with our warehouse manager at 541-797-6883 or email info@thegivingplate.org.
Want to host a food drive for The Giving Plate? Thank you for your support!
- You can pick-up and drop-off a donation barrel anytime during our open hours (please coordinate this ahead of time by contacting info@thegivingplate.org).
- We are happy to drop-off a donation barrel at your location on Tuesdays.
- We can pick-up your donation barrel on Fridays.
- Please contact our warehouse manager to coordinate your food drive: info@thegivingplate.org.