Jonathan found himself on the streets of Portland, going from one shelter to the next in search of food and support. Jonathan’s Story of Hope on YouTube “I thought, ‘I can’t do this anymore. I’m tired. I’ve lost everything. I’ve hit the bottom.’” Exhausted and desperate, Jonathan came to Portland Rescue Mission to get…
Read MoreJust out of jail, Jessica had endured a series of events that left her completely hopeless. Jessica’s Story of Hope on YouTube In 2007, Jessica lost custody of her two older sons. Soon after, she gave up her baby boy for adoption. Her motherhood had been taken away, and she was completely lost. “I…
Read MoreLooking for a job? Join our team of passionate staff as we work to provide emergency care and long-term recovery for homeless men, women and children in the Portland, Oregon area. We’re currently hiring for the following positions. (See full descriptions here.) Men’s Night Ministry Team Member Manager of Shepherd’s Door Children’s Center Infants Head Teacher Information…
Read MoreOur latest Annual Report shows continued efficiency and significant impact in the lives of hurting people. Since 1949, Portland Rescue Mission has been feeding and caring for hurting, hungry people. In recent decades, we’ve expanded our ministry to help men, women and children through addiction recovery, job training, education, emotional healing and spiritual renewal. The recession continued…
Read MoreThanks to all who sent cards and helped make our Birthday Party for the Homeless a special event on Thursday, March 8th! Our guests had a wonderful time and were celebrated. In addition to a hot meal, each person received a gift bag that included socks, gloves, toothbrush, toothpaste, nail clippers, granola bars and fruit,…
Read MoreContrary to the stereotype, the vast majority of men and women experiencing homelessness don’t resort to panhandling. An article by the MinnPost compared statistics of homelessness in Portland, Hartford, Nashville and Charlotte. Volunteers for the Vulnerability Index Survey reach out to people on the street and ask them 45 questions about health status, institutional history…
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Read MoreLast week, generous donations of clothing and blankets arrived at Portland Rescue Mission — just in time. We received 1,250 heavy-duty blankets just one day before temperatures fell and snow covered much of Portland. The specialty blankets are water-proof outside, quilted fleece inside, extremely durable, and fold up into a backpack — ideal features for…
Read MoreAt just 13 years old, Steven ran away from home to live on his own in Los Angeles. But the streets of Hollywood are no place for a kid. Steven’s Story of Hope on YouTube Desperate for money, Steven got caught up in the sex industry. Drugs and alcohol consumed him. “I slept on…
Read MoreEarlier this week, two homeless men were shot at as they slept on the streets of Portland. One man was only grazed while the other is in critical condition. Daniel Roby, Outreach Chaplain for Portland Rescue Mission, talked with KGW news in this news video: This tragic shooting highlights the need for safe shelter and…
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