11/01/2025
Dinner-in-a-Bag: Update
Since Oct 29 at 10:00 PM, we’ve put out 60 free “Dinner-in-a-Bag” meals. Each bag includes a printed recipe and all the shelf-stable ingredients for a main and a simple side/dessert. Bags are set out by the Market’s front door, 24/7. Please take what you need and leave the rest so others can find one. We’ll keep stocking them as long as funds allow, each bag costs under $10 to assemble.
A lot of you have asked how you can help—thank you. Here’s the info:
Ways to give (Union Market “Dinner In A Bag” account):
• In store: Apply cash, check, or card to “Dinner In A Bag” account.
• By mail: P.O. Box 886, Union, OR 97883 (memo: Dinner In A Bag).
• By phone: 541-562-5424 during business hours for a card payment.
• Venmo:
(note: standard card/Venmo processing fees apply)
Thanks to several very generous donors, we’ve already raised over $1,000. It’s making a real difference.
Others lending a hand:
• LeBebe Cakes (La Grande): Nov 2–8 — Free take-home meals for La Grande-area residents impacted by the SNAP shutdown (show Oregon EBT; one per day; recipient must be present, will continue until benefits are restored or funds run out). Donations welcome; base cost about $5/meal.
• Jimmy B’s BBQ (La Grande): Quietly feeding anyone who’s hungry and can’t pay. Message them or stop by; “pay it forward” donations accepted.
Know of another local effort helping others get a meal? Share details in the comments (who it serves, days/times, location) and we’ll help spread the word.
Thank you for supporting your neighbors, kindness matters💕
Times are heavy. The number of people stepping up has been a reminder that we’re not alone in this. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or in crisis, please reach out by call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org for free, confidential help 24/7. For food, housing, and local assistance, dial 211 or visit 211info.org.