Houselessness

While the complex challenges of houselessness in our community are sobering, we believe that solutions will arise as local churches, nonprofits, and community leaders work together. In 2022, the PDX Houseless Care Collaborative was established to help foster a greater network of relationships among leaders from the faith community and local organizations that serve the houseless. As we see these new connections grow, we strive to nurture a diverse community of partners who are committed to the following core values:

Collaboration: We strive to lay aside our egos, insecurities, and ideological differences in order to work together with other churches, organizations, and leaders for the greater peace and prosperity of our city.

Generosity: Although our community is facing a humanitarian crisis, we also believe that there are more than enough resources for everyone to have a safe shelter and opportunity to flourish in our city. 

Hope: In the face of overwhelming obstacles and complex needs, we do all things in hope that God has not abandoned those without housing or hope in our community. 

Honor: In an increasingly polarized & divided culture, we are committed to fostering a community where leaders honor others in the way we speak and relate. 

To discover ways that your church, nonprofit, business, or community can take action contact nicole@idcpdx.com.