Stumptown Savings' Archive - Deals, Guides & News

Nov 6, 2025

Help Us Feed Seniors + Portland Grocery Deals Through Nov. 11

This week, we're sharing an opportunity to volunteer with Meals on Wheels People to help feed seniors during this critical time. Plus, find all the best deals on groceries from around Portland, including $0.99/lb. grapes, BOGO Foster Farms chicken, and more.

Bryan M. Vance

Nov 5, 2025

As Federal Support Falters, Portland-Area Grocers Pitch In to Help Avert Hunger Crisis

With SNAP benefits in jeopardy, Portland-area families face an uncertain fall. See how local and national grocers like Market of Choice, Fubonn, and Albertsons are stepping in with direct cash aid, strategic partnerships, and creative programs to fight a growing food crisis.

Bryan M. Vance

Nov 5, 2025

Your Portland Thanksgiving Playbook: A Guide to a Stress-Free Feast

Your complete guide to ordering a delicious, stress-free Thanksgiving dinner in Portland, from full supermarket meals and local farm turkeys to the city's best pies.

Bryan M. Vance

Nov 4, 2025

Defying Courts, Trump Vows No SNAP Payments Until Government Reopens

President Donald Trump on Tuesday contradicted a pledge his administration made in court, declaring on social media that food assistance for 42 million Americans would be withheld until the government reopens.

Oregon Capital Chronicle, Jacob Fischler

Nov 4, 2025

Trump Administration To Partially Pay November SNAP Benefits, Though Benefits Could Take Months To Arrive

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will pay about half of November benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, though benefits could take months to flow to recipients, the department said Monday in a brief to a federal court in Rhode Island.

Oregon Capital Chronicle, Jacob Fischler, Shauneen Miranda

Nov 4, 2025

How a Sabin Family of 4 Manages a $250/Week Grocery Budget

With a parent who travels frequently for work and two young kids, this NE Portland family relies on themed meal nights to reduce stress and stick to their budget.

Bryan M. Vance

Nov 2, 2025

147 Members Strong — And How We’re Giving Back

A behind-the-scenes look at how Stumptown Savings is doing, and why reader support is vital to it continuing.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 31, 2025

Judges Order SNAP Funding Restored, But Portland Emergency Fund Still Needed to Bridge Gap

As the ongoing government shutdown threatens to halt November SNAP benefits, the Farmers Market Fund has created a safety net to ensure everyone can still use Double Up Food Bucks at Oregon markets, even with a zero balance.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 30, 2025

An Urgent SNAP Crisis Looms — Plus This Week's Must-Have Grocery Deals

With SNAP benefits for 750,000 Oregonians at risk, here's how we can help each other — starting with free Savers Club memberships to those in need and the best grocery deals across Portland.

Bryan M. Vance

Oct 30, 2025

From Harvest to Holidays: The Stumptown Savings Guide to November 2025 Events in Portland

Get ready for November in Portland! Our massive, curated list covers everything from Thanksgiving farmers markets and holiday cooking classes to free tree lightings and local craft fairs. Plan your month and find your next adventure right here.

Bryan M. Vance

Help Us Feed Seniors + Portland Grocery Deals Through Nov. 11

As Federal Support Falters, Portland-Area Grocers Pitch In to Help Avert Hunger Crisis

Your Portland Thanksgiving Playbook: A Guide to a Stress-Free Feast

Defying Courts, Trump Vows No SNAP Payments Until Government Reopens

Trump Administration To Partially Pay November SNAP Benefits, Though Benefits Could Take Months To Arrive

How a Sabin Family of 4 Manages a $250/Week Grocery Budget

147 Members Strong — And How We’re Giving Back

Judges Order SNAP Funding Restored, But Portland Emergency Fund Still Needed to Bridge Gap

An Urgent SNAP Crisis Looms — Plus This Week's Must-Have Grocery Deals

From Harvest to Holidays: The Stumptown Savings Guide to November 2025 Events in Portland

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