The Life Raft Pantry

04/13/2026

It’s coming….can’t wait to try this recipe for zucchini season!!!!

This garlic-butter zucchini takes inspiration from the savory flavors of garlic bread but swaps the bread for tender roasted zucchini.

04/11/2026

Thank you Ben Johnson for filling the room with awesome music! You made the evening extra enjoyable. We appreciate you generosity sharing your time and talents 🎵

04/11/2026

Bidding has begun and soups almost on!

04/11/2026

Here's an easy nutritious and delicious salad that's easy to make!

This cucumber chickpea salad with feta and lemon is tangy and refreshing. You can enjoy it on its own or toss it with greens for an easy lunch or dinner. Get the recipe at the link in the comments ⤵

04/11/2026

04/11/2026

Tables are set, Wine and Beer are stocked, and the Auction Items are getting ready for the bidding wars. So many stellar donations from local businesses and community members. Let's support the pantry to help our community members in need! Order tickets now or at the door.

04/10/2026

The Empty Bowls Fundraiser is almost here! Did you know your dinner ticket includes a fabulous stoneware bowl to take home!
The fun begins tomorrow evening, Tygh Valley Community Center. Doors open at 4 o'clock with live music from Ben Johnson. Dinner served at 5.
We have some great items up for auction. Here are a few...
Blackstone Grill
2 night stay Antelope Cabins
Wine tasting tours and premium wines
Windshield repair/replacement
Kids Toy Construction Tote
Hand made artisan jewelry
Local Artisan Hand Blown Glass Bowls
Gift cards to local restaurants and stores
Local favorite.. Huckleberry Pie !!

04/08/2026

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04/08/2026

Many thanks to Mt. Hood Brewing Co. for donating their delicious ciders and brews to sell at the Empty Bowls Community Dinner this Saturday. Capacity is limited, so get tickets b4 they sell out! Dinner tickets include mouth-watering soups, salads, and dessert from your favorite local chefs and bakers! Non-alcoholic beverages are also included in the ticket price. Mt Hood beers and ciders and award winning Shadowbuck Wines are $5/glass to help raise funds to stock the shelves at the Liferaft The Life Raft Pantry. Ben Johnson will entertain attendees with delightful music while they browse through the incredible auction items donated by generous businesses and community members.

Don't miss the first annual Empty Bowls dinner in south Wasco County!

04/08/2026

The Life Raft Pantry will be open 4/8 Wednesday evening from 5-7 pm and Thursday 4/9 from 11:00 to 3:00pm.

04/07/2026

Check out these Empty Bowls Fundraiser silent auction items. The beautiful and unique hand painted bowls are a Maupin "must have"! The artwork is by Michelle Rotharmel owner of Chelies Coffee Cabin. There are 4 bowls with spoons. Each bowl has it's own unique scenery depicting life on the Lower Deschutes. The Empty Bowls Fundraiser is Saturday April 11th, Tygh Valley Community Center. Doors open at 4, delicious soup, salad, and bread dinner served at 5. All proceeds benefit The Life Raft Pantry in Maupin. Get tickets by using QR code on the flyer below or tickets will be available at the door. $ 25.00 per person ( stoneware soup bowl included with dinner ticket). Beer and wine available for purchase. Hope to see you there!!!