On this page, you’ll find resources for food, housing, health, social services and other relief.
Need support with housing or employment? Please see our additional information for housing assistance (including rent assistance) and workforce placements.
Historic Parkrose is committed to increasing social equity, economic opportunity, and safety in Portland’s Parkrose district. We make change happen by fostering collaboration between our diverse neighbors, local businesses, and property owners.
Contact Historic Parkrose’s general line at 503-964-7807 to reach our services. For volunteering, donations, and sponsorship opportunities, please contact us online.
For housing resources, or for more resources if you’re housing-insecure, please see our housing assistance page.
Parkrose Food and Health Resource List
For Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)
BIPOC Crisis Line
linesforlife.org/racial-equity-support-line/
Lines for Life launched a Crisis Line for Racial Equity Support answered by BIPOC counselors. Call: (503) 575-3764. Available M-F from 8:30 AM – 5 PM.
Black and Brown Community Organizer, Bretto Jackson
Who? The Black and Brown community in Portland, mostly adults
What? Not for crisis situations, for mentorship and resource navigation
Bretto provides food box deliveries, job navigation, and mentorship for those formerly imprisoned. He also works on cultural awareness, clean energy, and mental health awareness with Portland organizations.
Contact info: Email Bretto Jackson at bretto@rosewoodinitiative.org
Division Midway Alliance
Who? Residents and business owners along outer SE Division Street from 117th to 148th Avenues
Where? 11721 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97266
What? Offers programs focusing on social resiliency and economic prosperity such as Cultural Liaison Support Program and Community Business Service Program.
Contact info:
- Arabic: Mohammad@divisionmidway.org
- English: Elizabeth@divisionmidway.org
- Spanish: Lorena@divisionmidway.org
- Pacific Islanders: Lute@divisionmidway.org
- Bhutanese: Prabinasunuwar9@gmail.com
For Immigrant & Refugee Communities
Lutheran Community Services NW
Who? Culturally specific groups include Eastern European group, Slavic community, Bhutanese group, Arabic group.
Where? 605 SÉ Cesar Estrada Chavez Blvd, Portland, OR 97214
What? Behavioral health and Refugee Community Services. They also provide a high school support group for refugee immigrants. They have funding to support those without medical insurance.
Contact: Alisa Kajikawa, Community Outreach Supervisor Refugee Services 971-666-3268/ akajikawa@lcsnw.org
EECRC (Ethiopian and Eritrean Cultural and Resource Center)
Who? For Ethiopian and Eritrean immigrant and refugee families and youth
Where? 1515 SE 122nd Ave # 1441H Portland OR 97233
What? Youth mentorship and assistance for community members who tested positive and either isolated or quarantined.
Contact: etercrc@gmail.com/ 503 496 8133
Unite Oregon
Who? Immigrants, Refugees, People of Color living in Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington County or Rogue Valley.
Where? 1390 SE 122nd Ave Portland, Oregon 97233/ Main Phone: (503) 287-4117
What? Statewide Community Advocacy, Organizing and Support for Housing, COVID-Relief, Economic Planning, and Social Services.,
For COVID-19 Relief: Email Vania Lucio-Mancilla, Multnomah County Organizer at vania@uniteoregon.org or call (503) 462-9602
Contact: (503) 828-9736 or https://www.uniteoregon.org/contact
For LGBTQIA2S+
Quest Center for Integrative Health
Who? Support low income, LGBTQIA2S+ people and those living and dying with chronic illness (esp HIV)
What? Services (e.g. mental health, addiction, yoga, peer groups) along with health providers and telehealth.
Where? 2901 E. Burnside Portland, Oregon 97214
Contact info: Email Director of Behavioral Health Danielle Deer danielle@quest-center.org or call (503) 238-5203
Q Center
Who? Transgender communities, LGBTQ Veterans, youth, seniors
What? Our support and activity groups are community-based and peer-led
Where? 4115 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97217
Contact info: Email Program Coordinator Levi Moon: levi@pdxqcenter.org or call (503) 234-7837
Unhoused or Housing Insecure
Parkrose School District Gateway Program
Who? Youth in the Parkrose School District
What? From assistance with academic fees to school clothes and supplies, this program offers support for students.
Contact info: Email Homeless Liaison Gabriella Francolla at francgab@parkrose.k12.or.us
Multnomah County School-Based Health Centers
multco.us/school/student-health-centers-locations-and-hours
Visit their website for current locations and hours.
Who? Any youth in grades K-12 who live or go to school in Multnomah County can come to our clinics. You don’t need to attend the school where the center is located.
What? Student Health Centers at Parkrose, David Douglas and Roosevelt high schools are open Fall 2020 for in-person health services, mental health counseling, and phone and video appointments.
Contact info: for the Parkrose site – 503-988-3392
For Those Experiencing Food Insecurity
Neighborhood House
Who? People experiencing food insecurity and receiving food assistance (income verification not required).
What? Food deliveries in bulk or to individuals. Food includes rice, beans, cooking oil, meat, canned meat, canned veggies, fresh produce when available, cooking staples, and can get culturally responsive food.
How? Send number, name, dietary restrictions and/or culturally specific needs.
Contact info: Community Liaison, Jonathan Mathews at jmathews@nhpdx.org
Sunshine Division
Who? Portland residents in need of food and clothing
What? Food box home deliveries or pick up at food pantry
Pantry Locations:
- 687 N. Thompson St. Portland, OR 97227 | Phone # (503) 823-2102
- 12436 SE Stark St. Portland, OR 97233 | Phone # (971) 255-0834
Contact info: Email office@htcrelay.com
C3 Church Food Pantry
Who? Portland residents in need of food
What? Food boxes for pick up
Where? 6120 NE 57th Ave, Portland, OR, 97218 (This is a ministry of C3 Church NE Portland and located directly across from church offices and worship center at 5740 NE Portland Highway.)
Drive through and pick up pre-packed boxes of food every Tuesday and Saturday from 12pm-1pm.
Crossroads Food Bank
crossroadsfoodbank.wordpress.com
Who? Portland residents in need of food
What? Food boxes for pick up
Where? Open for in-store shopping every Thursdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm and Saturdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Crossroads Church, at 2505 NE 102nd Ave. Masks will be required indoors.
Portland Adventist Community Services (PACS)
Who? Portland residents in need of food, medical care, clothing
What? Provide food, low-cost dental care, and low-cost clothing/household items to individuals and families
Where? 11020 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97220
Contact info: Phone: (503) 252-8500
