Why don’t homeless people just get a job? Steven Samra writes eight significant obstacles homeless people face: 1. Phone access 2. Valid address 3. Decent clothes 4. Transportation 5. Meals 6. Hygiene 7. Personal limitations 8. Background issues Read more of Steven’s article on the Change.org website.
Read MoreFrom Daniel, a staff member of Portland Rescue Mission: TJ looks like any Californian college student, with a goatee and a clear complexion. He doesn’t fit the homeless man stereotype, but TJ has been homeless for months. He carries his life’s possessions around in a large pack — a gift from a homeless friend. TJ…
Read MoreInterested in volunteering? Join us for our upcoming Partnership Overview: Saturday, April 4th 9:30- 11:00 AM Burnside Shelter (111 W. Burnside, Portland) Discover our approach to ending homelessness by healing its root causes Learn more about the emergency services and long-term recovery programs we provide Hear stories from the men and women we serve about how their…
Read MoreAfter 7 years living in a car, could Byron hope for a normal life? Byron’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Byron from pdxmission on Vimeo. Homeless doesn’t have to mean hopeless. Your support offers total life recovery to men and women who truly want a way out. Donate online at www.PortlandRescueMission.org. Or call 503-MISSION (647-7466)
Read MorePortland Rescue Mission was honored this week for providing quality restrooms for homeless men, women and children — the only 24/7 restroom access in the Old Town area of Portland. For people on the street, having access to a restroom beyond normal business hours is essential. Our Burnside Shelter 24-hour public restrooms were recently renovated thanks…
Read MoreRon is just a barber. But to homeless men and women and Portland, he’s a friend and hero. http://www.katu.com/news/specialreports/40459332.html Ron received help when he couldn’t give anything in return. For the last 28 years, he’s been paying that gift forward. What if we followed his example? WHAT YOU CAN DO: Get involved in the life…
Read MoreKnow someone who sells on Ebay? Spread the word about how they can help homeless men, women and children by donating a portion of their Ebay proceeds. Receive a tax deduction for all donations Display an Ebay “Giving Works” ribbon on your profile Highlight the growing needs of homeless men, women and children Feel great…
Read MoreInterested in volunteering? Join us for our upcoming Partnership Overview: Thursday, March 19th 7:00-8:30 PM Shepherd’s Door (13207 NE Halsey, Portland) Discover our approach to ending homelessness by healing its root causes Learn more about the emergency services and long-term recovery programs we provide Hear stories from the men and women we serve about how…
Read MoreTwo Portland high school students decided to do things differently. As part of their studies at Southridge High School, Matt and Grant needed to complete a senior project. Most students write an extensive research paper. But these Beaverton seniors came up with a better idea. “We wanted to get real-world experience and benefit the community,”…
Read MoreAmber’s young son noticed a line of homeless men outside of Portland Rescue Mission. How should she answer his questions about homelessness? . . . we were stopped at a light just a few feet away from the long line winding around the outside of the Portland Rescue Mission Men’s Shelter on West Burnside. Just…
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