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Corvallis Food Project Nets 10,000 Pounds of Donations in Student-Led Drive

by Tonya McPhearson
June 4, 2025
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Corvallis Food Project Nets 10,000 Pounds of Donations in Student-Led Drive
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CORVALLIS, Ore. – A student-run initiative at Oregon State University has made a significant impact in the fight against hunger, collecting 10,000 pounds of food for local pantries and the university’s food bank during its most recent drive.

The Corvallis Food Project, launched two years ago by OSU students, coordinates food collection efforts each academic term. Inspired by the Medford Food Project in Southern Oregon, where founder Shahar Miles first volunteered as a high school student, the Corvallis group has quickly gained momentum.

“Based on the success of the Medford Food Project and other similar programs, I anticipate us reaching 20,000 or even 30,000 pounds in the coming years, depending on how well we scale,” said Miles, the organization’s former director.

The nonprofit’s mission is to combat food insecurity within the Corvallis community, with a focus on consistent, neighborhood-based giving. Volunteers collect non-perishable food donations from residents on designated dates, making it easy for the community to contribute on a regular basis.

Miles, who now serves in an advisory role, said the project holds personal meaning. “I grew up experiencing food insecurity first-hand,” she said. “I benefited from meal assistance programs and knew I wanted to pay that forward. When I came to Corvallis, I saw an opportunity to adopt the Medford model and build something meaningful with my friends.”

Operating as a student club under Oregon State University, the Corvallis Food Project continues to grow, both in size and in community impact. Organizers hope to expand their reach and increase donations in upcoming terms.

More information, including how to volunteer or donate, can be found on the group’s social media channels.

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