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Summer Internship Opportunities

Portland Rescue Mission has openings for our internship program this summer! Join our crew of dedicated staff and volunteers giving hope to men, women and children suffering from homelessness, addiction, hunger and abuse. Internships are available in the following areas: Outreach... Read More

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4 Men Celebrate New Life

Four men recently graduated from our New Life Recovery Ministry. Dale, Kevin, Steven and Jonathan have spent the last 12-18 months addressing the root causes behind their addiction and homelessness. Thanks to friends like you, these men experienced counseling, life skills training... Read More

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POLL: Emergency Food Assistance…

Test your knowledge about homelessness. How have requests for emergency food assistance in Portland changed? Answer in the embedded poll below, or at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KTJZNDG. Did the answer surprise you? Talk about it in the comments of this blog post. Create... Read More

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Stay In Touch Through Social Media

Just a few of the many ways you can stay in touch with the latest news and inspiring stories from Portland Rescue Mission: Like Us On Facebook     Follow Us On Twitter     Subscribe To Blog Email / RSS     Subscribe To YouTube Channel    ... Read More

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Ann and Jonathan – April 2012 “Rescue Portland” Newsletter

It almost always starts with hitting rock bottom, then another hurting person turns to the Mission for a hot meal. Especially during Easter – just days away. Our emergency shelter ministry is full. Daily meal counts continue to grow (up 17% this year alone!). And we have... Read More

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Ann’s Story of Hope

“Mom, I don’t want to live with you. I don’t feel safe anymore.” Ann’s Story of Hope on YouTube   Traumatic events throughout Ann’s life left her hardened and angry. She’d lost so much — and now she was losing her daughter.... Read More

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Jonathan’s Story of Hope

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... Read More

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Jessica Askwith’s Story of Hope

Just 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... Read More

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Employment Opportunities at Portland Rescue Mission

Looking 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... Read More

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A Mission of Hope: New Annual Report Released

Our 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... Read More