Nourishing Young Minds in Southern Oregon

Research shows that having a healthy, balanced diet improves brain capacity. The danger of not having enough nutrition and the effects of food sufficiency can lead to malnourishment and poor academic performance. In Jackson County:
The Rogue Powerpack Program began in 2011, serving just 25 kids in Jackson County. We are proud  the Rogue Powerpack has grown exponentially over the last decade, and now is officially the ACCESS Rogue Powerpack. This program wouldn't be the success it is today, without the partnership that began with Rotary Clubs in Southern Oregon. 

The ACCESS Rogue Powerpack Program provides bags of nutritious, child-friendly food to elementary school children who are receiving free breakfast or lunch at school during the week, but may lack adequate food at home over the weekend. Bags are filled every Friday to ensure they do not go hungry while away from school.

The Powerpack Program provides food for more than 650 Jackson County students in Medford, Phoenix-Talent, Eagle Point, Shady Cove, Butte Falls, Central Point, and Ashland.

Jackson County Numbers

61%
of students are
eligible for free or reduced school meals

52%

of students rely on school for lunch

22%

of students rely on school for breakfast

17.5%

​​of children are food insecure

*2021 report based on 2019 data by Oregon Hunger Task Force

Volunteer for ACCESS Rogue Powerpack

Volunteers are still vital to the success of the program. Follow the link below to sign up to volunteer today!