July 1, 2019 10:00 a.m.
More wineries have joined the Pouring Generosity campaign from the Umpqua Valley Wine Growers Association to help the food bank program of the United Community Action Network.
An update from UCAN said the goal of the two-month campaign in July and August is to raise $15,000 to help support the Douglas County Emergency Food System. While some wineries are donating tasting fees, others are donating a certain amount of money for every bottle of wine, or every case of wine purchased. Some of the wineries are donating a portion of the proceeds from special events being held.
Sarah McGregor, UCAN Food Bank Manager said she appreciates the campaign. McGregor said if the goal is reached, nearly 10,000 meals will be able to be provided for people in need. As part of the Oregon Food Bank statewide network, UCAN has more buying power when it comes to food. For every $1 contributed, UCAN can purchase 3 meals or roughly 4 to 5 pounds of food.
A list of the participating wineries and how they are helping is posted with this story at www.541radio.com
| Abacela Winery | Donating 100% of tasting fees |
| Becker Vineyards | Donating $5 for every case of wine purchased |
| Brandborg Vineyard & Winery | Donating 100% of tasting fees |
| Bradley Vineyards | Donating $1 for every bottle purchased |
| Foon Estate Winery | Donating $1 for every bottle purchased |
| Freed Estate Winery | Donating all tips & raffle ticket sales |
| Hillcrest Winery | Donating $1 for every bottle of 2015 Right Bank purchased |
| Joseph/Jane Winery | Donating $1 for every bottle purchased |
| MarshAnne Landing Winery | Donating a portion of ticket sales to their five summer concerts |
| Melrose Vineyards | Donating $5 from every wine fligh purchased |
| Paul O’Brien | Donating $5 from every case special purchased |
| Trella Vineyards | Doanting proceeds from Wednesday Trivia Nights |
| Triple Oak Vineyard | Donating 50¢ for every bottle purchased |
Other participating wineries include Delfino Vineyards and Reustle – Prayer Rock Vineyards & Winery.