A guest post by Alexa Mason* Tears flowed as Don read the words written on his notebook over and over again. He was preparing to share about Emma, his wife of 14 years. Hunched over in his seat, with his head in his hands, it was easy to see the pain Don felt. And he…
Read MoreLiving life on the streets of Portland is tough. For thousands of men and women over the past 65 years, Portland Rescue Mission has stood as a symbol of hope in the city. And what fuels that hope? Support from this community. From generous friends like you. Thanks to your donations of food, time, prayers, clothing,…
Read MoreA volunteer team from the Sellwood New Seasons grocery store recently arrived at Shepherd’s Door – our addiction recovery facility for women and children – ready to meet new friends, learn more about what we do, and, of course – get their hands dirty. “Our group was looking for an opportunity to get out into…
Read MoreOur community center is a relationally-focused, activity-driven haven for our homeless guests to get off the street and spend time in each day. In the fall of 2013, we transformed the chapel in our Burnside Shelter into our daytime community center – loaded with activities and space for homeless men and women to engage in…
Read MoreConnect opens today! For the first time in 65 years, we’re able to offer a program to help homeless women transition from life on the streets into independent housing and employment. Watch Connect program manager Judy Turley explain the program below! Connect Program: Program has space for up to 16 women at one time 24…
Read MoreWe’re now less than one week away from launching Connect, a brand new program to help homeless women get off the streets of Portland and into housing and jobs. Watch Executive Director Eric Bauer explain the program below! Facts About Homeless Women: The fastest growing demographic of homelessness? Women and children. Services for homeless women…
Read MoreThis past weekend, three men reached major milestones in their journeys of recovery at The Harbor, our men’s addiction recovery facility. Less than 2 years ago, Dwight, Jeremy, and Ryan each struggled with addictions and broken relationships. Since coming here to Portland Rescue Mission, the men have discovered and overcome the root causes of their…
Read MoreDid you know that you can donate a vehicle to Portland Rescue Mission? It’s another great way that you can help hurting, homeless people get the help they need to get off the streets and into healthy, new lives! “Donating our car was so easy and convenient. Everything was handled very professionally and it felt…
Read MoreWe’re talking with Jonathan from Village Baptist Church in Beaverton here in the 6th episode of “Mondays at the Mission.” Members from Village Baptist have been volunteering here at the Mission for 7 years, doing everything from serving dinner to putting on church services. Thank you for your continued support, Village Baptist! Watch the video…
Read MoreThe fifth episode of “Mondays at the Mission” features Cecilia, a former resident of Shepherd’s Door that now comes back once a week to cook lunch for the staff and residents! Last week she made amazing enchiladas! Watch the video here. If you are interested in volunteering to serve homeless women, don’t hesitate – check out…
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