February 4, 2026 3:20 a.m. 

A H.O.P.E. Drug Court graduate-phase participant is giving back to the community through the Food for Hope Community Project this weekend.

A Douglas County Circuit Court release said it will take place on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in front of the Roseburg Grocery Outlet in the 700 block of Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard.

Elizabeth Weist-Gray will be onsite with a table and donation barrel, along with a list of most-needed items, inviting community members to help replenish the Fish Food Pantry, following the high-demand holiday season. All donated food and supplies will go directly to support local individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

The Fish Food Pantry has served Douglas County for decades, providing emergency food assistance to residents in need. As one of the areas’ key hunger-relief organizations, FISH supports thousands of households each year, including seniors on fixed incomes, families with children, veterans, and individuals facing temporary hardship. Demand for food assistance in Douglas County remains consistently high, particularly during the winter months.

Projects like Food for Hope help ensure that local food pantries can continue meeting community needs when shelves are often at their lowest.

The program also reflects the mission of the H.O.P.E. Drug Court, which emphasizes accountability, recovery and community engagement. By giving back through service, participants strengthen their connection to the community while supporting organizations that improve the quality of life across Douglas County.

The Douglas County H.O.P.E. Drug Court program is preparing to celebrate its 112th graduation on Tuesday, March 31st at 5:15 p.m. in the Cascade Hall Building at the fairgrounds.

For more information on the H.O.P.E. Drug Court, go to: https://www.douglascountyor.gov/851/HOPE-Drug-Court