Urgent call to support Douglas County’s Emergency Food Network
Written by Press Release on October 29, 2025
Roseburg, Ore., — As food insecurity reaches critical levels, the United Community Action Network (UCAN) is calling on residents, businesses, and community partners across Douglas County to take action. With rising demand and uncertainty surrounding federal SNAP (food stamp) benefits, UCAN’s regional Food Bank network is working to ensure no one in our community goes hungry.
Ways to Support the UCAN Food Bank:
1. Donate Today: Financial contributions, whether one-time or recurring, make the biggest difference. UCAN can purchase food at subsidized rates through the USDA and Feeding America. Every $10 donated helps UCAN provide up to 30 meals across Douglas County. Visit www.ucancap.org and click “Donate Today.”
2. Support Local Food Drives
The following are hosting food drives in November:
-Banner Bank: Now through October 31
-Rogue Credit Union: All of November
-KVAL’s Take A Bite Out Of Hunger (TABOOH) Food Drive: November 18 at Roseburg Bi-Mart
3. Host a Food or Fund Drive
Hosting a drive through your workplace, school, or faith community is a powerful way to help. UCAN provides food collection barrels and a toolkit to guide you through the process. To learn more or get started, contact Valerie Gordon, Food Bank Program Manager, at Valerie.Gordon@ucancap.org or call (541) 492-3518.
Read the full press release here: https://www.ucancap.org/urgent-call-to-support-douglas…/
