The Numbers Tell a Story of Growing Hardship in Our Community
- Development
- 3 days ago
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Our food box distribution has grown 110% over three years — a direct reflection of rising grocery and housing costs forcing more Lane County families to choose between paying rent and putting food on the table.
17,980 individuals sought help at our Community Service Centers this year. They include people experiencing chronic homelessness, but also:
Working families struggling to keep up with inflation
Seniors living on fixed incomes
Students facing food insecurity for the first time
Previously stable households navigating their first financial crisis
Case Management: The Path to Stability
Our 2,279 case management services this year represent thousands of individual stories of progress:
Personalized action plans for self-sufficiency
Employment readiness support
Financial literacy education
Connection to additional community resources
The Growing Challenge
Rising demand for our services reflects several trends across Lane County:
Housing costs outpacing wage growth
Inflation straining basic necessities
A shrinking supply of affordable housing
A growing senior population on fixed incomes
The lasting impact of economic instability
Love In Action
Despite these challenges, we see hope every day:
A single mother securing stable employment through our job readiness program
A veteran experiencing homelessness finding permanent housing
A family avoiding eviction through case management support
A neighbor rebuilding financial stability after a personal crisis
Looking Forward: Our Commitment to Change
As these challenges grow, CCS remains committed to:
Expanding our food box program to meet rising demand
Strengthening partnerships with local organizations
Developing innovative solutions for housing stability
Enhancing case management services
Advocating for systemic change to address poverty
You're One of the People Holding Lane County Together
The scale of this need calls for a community-wide response — and that's exactly what you are: someone who shows up.
Immediate needs:
Food donations, especially protein-rich foods
Warm clothing and blankets
Personal hygiene items
Financial gifts to stock our shelves and fund case management support
Raise your voice:
Share our story with your network
Support affordable housing initiatives
Help build community awareness
Engage in local policy conversations
You believe no one in this community should have to face hard times alone. Every gift of time, resources, or advocacy carries forward our 75-year legacy of service. As Lane County faces growing challenges, you're part of the reason CCS can keep living out our mission — loving our neighbor and helping families move from crisis to stability.
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