Erin was nearly 8 months pregnant — and homeless. She knew her daughters could be taken from her and would do anything to keep that from happening. Larry sat coughing on a cold, wet sidewalk. Bronchitis and fever weakened his body. He needed food, rest — and hope. Today, both Erin and Larry are a…
Read MoreErin was nearly 8 months pregnant — and homeless. She knew her daughters could be taken from her and would do anything to keep that from happening. Erin’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Thanks to friends like you, Erin found Shepherd’s Door, the women and children’s ministry center of Portland Rescue Mission. Today, she’s a…
Read MoreGet the Mp3 Player Widget widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox! Not seeing a widget? (More info) This February, your “Unmentionable” gift of socks or underwear can make a difference in the lives of homeless families in the Portland area. Stop by any participating Fred Meyer store* this now through the 20th for…
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 Ministry Part-Time Night Manager Next Step Men’s House / Case Manager Manager…
Read MoreFrom Mashable.com: It’s one thing to feel bad for homeless people; it’s another to be forced into their shoes. Advertising agency McKinney has teamed up with Urban Ministries of Durham (UMD), a non-profit based in North Carolina, to create SPENT, an online game that guides users through what it feels like to be homeless. Here’s…
Read MoreA new report released by the National Alliance to End Homelessness gives insight into the current state of homelessness in America. View interactive maps, including:– Family Homelessness by State – Chronic Homelessness by State – Total Homelessness by State
Read More“Music expresses what I feel inside.” Richard’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Richard is a songwriter. His songs tell the truth about where he’s come from — pain and addiction. But thanks to the support of friends like you, Richard’s songs have an uplifting message, too. Donate online at www.PortlandRescueMission.org or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).
Read MoreGet the Mp3 Player Widget widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox! Not seeing a widget? (More info) This February, your “Unmentionable” gift of socks or underwear can make a difference in the lives of homeless families in the Portland area. Stop by any participating Fred Meyer store* this February 1st through the…
Read MoreFrom L to R: Wrench Raiders volunteer Jacob Martinez, Larry Carver, Wrench Raiders founder C.J. Speelman.(Photos © J. Maus) From BikePortland.org: CJ Speelman has been working with the homeless for about six years. For him, bikes are merely a way to build community and relationships. “I was looking for what I could give folks besides…
Read MoreTed Williams, a homeless man with a “golden voice”, has been in the news a great deal lately. (If you’re unfamiliar with Ted’s story, watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWG6zNf4xY0 Last week, our own Jan Marshall was a guest on the KOIN Studio 6 talk show to discuss Ted Williams and the difficulty in overcoming addiction. Jan’s interview…
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