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Board Members, Staff, and Volunteers

The Story

Our board members, staff, and volunteers work throughout the year to serve clients in need of food assistance throughout Hood River County and Mosier.  We'd like to share their stories - and hope you'll consider joining us as a volunteer.   If you're curious, learn more about the FISH history in the county's communities.

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Our Team

The Faces of Our Organization

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Jacqueline Carey

Executive Director

Jacqueline started with our organization as a garden volunteer. Now, as the Executive Director of FISH, she oversees a wide range of responsibilities, including food procurement, daily operations, site coordination, and community outreach. Her extensive background in the restaurant industry has brought a new level of professionalism and expertise to this role. Jacqueline was inspired to join FISH because she passionately believes in our core mission of ensuring everyone has access to food and recognizes the vital role FISH plays in our community.

Sarah Benson

Volunteer Coordinator

Sarah Benson joined FISH Food Bank as Volunteer Coordinator after retiring from the Hood River County School District, where she served for nearly 26 years. A resident of the Hood River Valley for more than five decades, Sarah brings strong community ties and a deep commitment to service.

In her role, she supports and coordinates FISH’s dedicated volunteer team—ensuring smooth operations, clear communication, and a welcoming environment for all. Known for her organizational skills and collaborative spirit, Sarah is passionate about fostering a positive volunteer experience and engaging new community members in FISH’s missio

Board Members

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Ron Cohen

Ron came to the Upper Hood River Valley in 1973 by way of Detroit, Michigan and Yosemite National Park.  He has been active in Hood River, serving on numerous non- profit boards for over 40 years.  He is excited to be a part of the Fish Food Bank team. Ron said: "Fish is an extraordinary organization that has helped so many families in our community." Ron started out working at Lost Lake and as a wilderness ranger on Mt Hood and has been a tax accountant and business consultant.  He operates Muir Woods Tree Farm

FISH Food Bank

fishfoodbankhr@gmail.com

(541) 386-3474

1130 Tucker Rd, Hood River, OR 97031, USA

 

Our Mission

The FISH Food Bank mission is to help alleviate hunger by distributing food regularly and on an emergency basis, regardless of gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation and in a friendly, instant, sympathetic, helpful, nonjudgmental and confidential manner.

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Checks can be made out to "FISH Food Bank."    Mailing Address for Donations by Check: FISH, 1767 12th Street, #147, Hood River, OR 97031  You can download this form

to include with your check.

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We are a 501(c)3 organization. All donations sent to us will be acknowledged with a receipt.

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FISH Food Bank  DEI Statement

Food is an human right and everyone deserves to have nutritious, culturally desirable food.  We affirm the worth and dignity of all people and serve our communities with respect and strive to move closer towards food security.

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©2023 by FISH Food Bank.

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