Oregon Lawyers Against Hunger: A Legacy of Community Support and Action
Oregon Lawyers Against Hunger: A Legacy of Community Support and Action
Since 1997, Oregon Lawyers Against Hunger (OLAH) has raised over $3.5 million to support hunger relief efforts through the Oregon Food Bank Network. This effort to end hunger is powered by the generosity of Oregon’s legal community and a shared belief that no one should be hungry.
Every fall, the legal community unites to raise awareness about hunger and its impact through an annual virtual fundraiser. Law firms across Oregon create online donation pages, match employee gifts, provide grant funding and dedicate volunteer hours. Through this partnership, OLAH has consistently raised significant funds and mobilized a strong network of legal professionals to advance food justice.
"As President of Oregon Lawyers Against Hunger, I see firsthand how vital donations are for Oregon Food Bank. These funds allow them to provide culturally specific and essential foods that truly meet the needs of our communities. Every contribution helps ensure that we are not just distributing food, but also building community. Your support makes a meaningful impact." — Makenzie Kaiser, Bullivant Houser, Oregon Lawyers Against Hunger President
The OLAH Board is entirely volunteer-run and made up of dedicated lawyers committed to ending hunger and addressing its root causes. Oregon Food Bank appreciates OLAH's tremendous work in raising awareness about hunger and offering ways for the legal community to get involved and make a difference.
This year, OLAH is more determined than ever to address the rising need in Oregon. Last year, there were 1.9 million visits to food assistance sites through the Oregon Food Bank Network — a 14% increase from the previous year. We are seeing record numbers of visits. Please donate today to support this campaign and help families across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Want to get involved or learn more?
Special thanks to OLAH’s 2024 Board of Directors for working year-round to engage their communities. We appreciate your support!
Bethany Bacci | Stoel Rives
Brad Daniels | Stoel Rives
Makenzie Kaiser | Bullivant Houser Makenzie Kaiser
Melissa Kenney | Providence Health Plan
Jackie Mitchson (Emeritus Member) | Bullivant Houser
Jillian Pollock | Buckley Law
Paul Raney | Kell, Alterman & Runstein
Ryan O’Hallaren | Lane Powell
Matt Larson | Hathaway Larson
Justin Leonard | Leonard Law Group
Robert Meyer | Meyer Employment Law
Bill Miner | Davis Wright Tremaine
Hal Scoggins | Farleigh Wada Witt
Emily Teplin Fox | Oregon Law Center
Varro Clarke | Bullivant Houser
Oregon Food Bank is grateful for the support of OLAH’s 2024 law firms and individuals who raised over $94,000 to help end hunger!
Last year's top 10 fundraising law firms:
Stoel Rives LLP
Oregon Mediators
Farleigh Wada Witt
McEwen Gisvold LLP
Lane Powell
Paternoster Farnell & Grein LLP
Klarquist
Melissa's Team
Jackson Lewis
Bullivant Houser
