Portland Fruit Tree Project Launches New Community Fridge in Tigard
The Portland Fruit Tree Project has opened a new community fruit fridge in Tigard, Oregon, in partnership with Bethlehem House of Bread. This initiative aims to provide a local avenue for residents to donate excess fresh produce, addressing food insecurity…
Portland, OR, July 23, 2026 —
The Portland Fruit Tree Project, in collaboration with Bethlehem House of Bread, has established a new community fruit fridge in Tigard, Oregon. This initiative is designed to offer a accessible method for local residents to contribute surplus fresh produce to those in need.
The new fridge aims to combat food insecurity, particularly for communities situated on the west side of the Willamette River. By providing a readily available drop-off point for excess fruit and vegetables, the project seeks to ensure that fresh, healthy food reaches individuals and families facing shortages.
Bethlehem House of Bread, a local organization, will be supporting the initiative. This partnership is expected to bolster the efforts of Bethlehem House of Bread, which serves over 800 families on a monthly basis. The availability of donated fresh produce is intended to supplement the services they already provide, enhancing the nutritional options for the families they assist.
The establishment of this community fruit fridge represents a local effort to address hunger and food waste. Residents with extra produce from their gardens or surplus purchases now have a designated location to donate, contributing to a more robust and equitable food system within the Tigard area.
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