About

For 20 years, Sprague River Bridge Connection has proudly served the communities of the Sprague River Valley in Eastern Oregon. Our mission is simple but vital: to bridge the gap between rural, isolated communities and the essential resources and services available in Klamath Falls.

In a region facing high unemployment, food insecurity, housing instability, and a growing population of seniors living on fixed incomes, our organization provides critical support to individuals and families in need. We offer emergency food boxes, fresh produce, hygiene supplies, clothing, household goods, social service referrals, and, just as importantly, compassionate human connection.

Our work is powered entirely by a dedicated team of 9 volunteers who donate their time each week to serve our neighbors. Every Tuesday, volunteers sort and organize donated food, clothing, and household items. On Wednesdays, we open our doors to distribute food boxes, clothing, and homemade baked goods to families throughout the valley. Every interaction is centered on dignity, respect, and the belief that everyone deserves to be treated with kindness.

Today, we serve between 150 and 200 families each month. In 2025, we distributed more than 79,500 pounds of food, including over 30,000 pounds of fresh produce, helping improve access to nutritious food for hundreds of rural households. As the only food pantry in the Sprague River Valley open every week, we provide a dependable source of assistance for residents who often live more than 45 miles from the nearest grocery store or essential services.

As our community continues to grow, so do the needs we witness every week. Our current 800-square-foot facility is no longer adequate to meet the increasing demand for food assistance and other basic necessities. Thanks to the generous donation of land from a community member, we are working toward constructing a new 2,000-square-foot facility that will provide expanded food storage, a client-choice pantry, additional space for clothing and household goods, and improved accessibility for clients and volunteers alike.

This vision is made possible through the unwavering support of our community. Individual donations, pledges, bake sales, rummage sales, local partnerships, and grant funding all play a vital role in sustaining our mission and making future growth possible. Together, we are building a stronger, healthier community where no one has to face hunger alone and every resident has access to nutritious food, essential resources, and a welcoming place to turn during difficult times.