Category Archives: News

Homeless and addicted: On the street or off?

In a two-part series, the Portland Tribune looks at the new Bud Clark Commons, a $47-million government-funded building that will provide housing for 130 of Portland’s most vulnerable homeless men and women.  The first article provides an overview of the project... Read More

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.) Gift Processing... Read More

Life and Death Lottery

Portland’s most vulnerable homeless men and women have a shot a free housing.  The new Bud Clark Center will house 130 people — but will it work? From the Portland Tribune: Tribune Photo: Christopher Onstott  John hasn’t had a place to live in four years.... Read More

Donate Your Car – Now In West Portland, Too!

Portland Rescue Mission Opens New Car Sales and Donations Site in Beaverton! Help us turn wheels into meals! Portland Rescue Mission’s vehicle donation and sales program provides a win for everyone involved. Donors feel great knowing that their vehicle donation helps... Read More

Against the Wall – Annual Report

New Annual Report Shows High Impact In Current Recession 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,... Read More

Trail Blazers and Airefco Help End Homelessness

Mike Reid of Portland Rescue Mission receives a check from J.K. Hussa of Airefco Thanks to the generosity of the Portland Trail Blazers and Airefco (local Bryan Heating and Cooling dealer), hurting women and children have hope! J.K. Hussa, president of Airefco, presented Portland... Read More

Birthday Party for the Homeless

Many homeless men and women watch their birthday come and go uncelebrated. But thanks to the generosity of Fred Meyer, 88.7 K-LOVE and your thoughtfulness, our homeless guests will know they’re not forgotten this year. On Wednesday, March 30th, we’ll throw a birthday... Read More

Erin and Larry Escape Homelessness – March 2011 Newsletter

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.... Read More

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

George’s Annual Christmas Gift

From KOIN Local 6 news: WATCH VIDEO ON KOIN LOCAL 6 ‘Father Christmas’ stopped his sleigh at the Portland Rescue Mission Wednesday night. A man who called himself ‘George,’ opened up his SUV and started handing out coats, blankets and food bags with... Read More