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Welcome to Volunteers of America of Oregon

Through our 112 years of providing services to the community, the name Volunteers of America Oregon has become synonymous with compassion and care. We've earned our reputation through dedication and tireless commitment to helping individuals and families create safer, healthier, and more stable lifestyles.

For as long as we've been around, our programs have been changing lives. Some people say they can't imagine doing what we do. We say, "We can't imagine not doing it!"

What's New

Updated Wish Lists!

If you're looking for a way to recycle any unneeded items while helping those in need, click here to view VOA Oregon's programs' updated wish lists.

Lawyers "Sing and Dance" for CourtCare

The Multnomah Bar Association raised more than $110,000 during their recent annual campaign for the Multnomah CourtCare program. An estimated 700 supporters, attorneys and judges alike, either gave donations or participated in special events to raise the funds needed. Special events included attorneys singing karaoke style, the fancy footwork needed to bowl, and even a wine auction. Read more here

Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship Fund Wins Community Grant

Volunteers of America Oregon was one of only four agencies selected by students from Jesuit High School to receive a $3,250 grant to support the Al Forthan Memorial Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships to Portland public high school students and encourages them to seek solutions to the issue of addiction among the African-American community. Learn more about this unique honor.

"Caring for Our Seniors" Breakfast Raises Funds and Awareness

Seniors breakfast room photo The first-annual fundraiser breakfast benefiting the Marie Smith Center and Lambert House placed a spotlight on the growing need for Adult Day Services in our community and across the country.

Volunteers of America Oregon supporters, service providers, and members of the community gathered to learn about the unique work of the Senior Services Division.

Learn more about the event here.

Read Our Spring 2008 Newsletter

Volunteers of America Oregon's Spring 2008 Newsletter is now available. Read the latest news about how our life-changing programs are making a positive impact in the community. Download a PDF version here.

Changing Lives
Senior Services: Promoting Self-Determination

While most of the participants in our Senior Services Division are the frail and elderly, our two adult day centers are serving an increasing number of younger people with disabilities. Meet Amy Whitney, 32 years old, upbeat, uses a wheelchair and determined to walk again. Details here