Volunteers of America Oregon stands with the communities, organizations, and individuals across the country and world fighting against the systemic racism that exists within our nation. Significant social change has come in our country from peaceful demonstrations, marches, advocacy, from…
Circle of Giving presents: Volunteers of America podcast
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with longtime supporter the Spirit Mountain Community Fund to discuss the current work our Family Relief Nursery is doing in the community. Take a listen as Adam Salazar, Grants Officer, and Crystal…
Help Build Activity Packages
Our Adult Day Centers are working to brighten this difficult time for their community. With our centers closed and staff working remotely, we are looking for ways to continue to support and engage with our participants. Both the Lambert House…
Mask Making Help Needed
With the current situation of COVID-19 our programs are working to provide services to those in the community during this time. For some programs this means providing services remotely. Others, like our residential centers are still providing face-to-face care. Due…
Our tribute to Arlene Schnitzer
VOA Oregon mourns the loss of a community pillar and staunch supporter of those who have been marginalized by society VOA Oregon is saddened by the loss of Arlene Schnitzer. A loss to both her family and her community, Arlene…
Year-Old Activist Austin Perine to Help Feed Homeless
Volunteers of America Oregon Partners with 4 Year-Old Activist Austin Perine to Help Feed Homeless Men in Portland on Nov. 10 Volunteers of America Oregon Partners with 4 Year-Old Activist Austin Perine to Help Feed Homeless Men in Portland on…
Healthy Relationship Services Launch
For Immediate Release: NEW AND INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP SERVICES LAUNCHES AT TWO PORTLAND HIGH SCHOOLS Portland, Ore. May 2, 2018– The Oregon School-Based Health Alliance, Raphael House of Portland, Volunteers of America Home Free, and Portland Public…
Portland Children’s Levy
The Portland Children’s Levy was created by voters in 2002 and overwhelmingly renewed in both 2008 and 2013. In the 15 years since voters first approved the Levy over $150 million has been invested in over 50 organizations. Levy funds have annually…