Louie, a 77-year-old tribal elder from the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe in Washington’s lush Olympic Peninsula, is deeply connected to his heritage. Despite growing up away from the tribal area, he maintained his connection to his heritage through his S’Klallam father and regular tribal engagements. The tribe supported him in getting his bachelor’s degree at The…
At Chemeketa Community College, an old semi truck’s transformation embodies more than just the repurposing of materials. It symbolizes a pathway to empowerment and opportunity for students who navigate both food insecurity and academic pressures. This truck, donated by Marion Polk Food Share after serving in food distribution for years, now plays a crucial role…
At Iskam MәkhMәk-Haws food pantry in Grand Ronde, food fills plates and also fuels community spirit. Here, Alyssa, a former day-care operator turned community advocate, found a fresh start amid major life challenges. Originally from Hermiston, Eastern Oregon’s largest city, Alyssa and her family faced a severe economic downturn when their day-care business closed overnight…
