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Lori's Fabulous Roast Turkey

We want you to have the chance to taste how good the meals you provide really are! So here is a recipe for Lori’s Fabulous Roast Turkey.

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Austin’s Story

For most of his life, there were not many Thanksgivings that Austin had a lot to be thankful for. “The pain in my life started real early on,” he says. From the time he was a child, Austin was pretty much on his own.

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Winter Clothing Drive

On Saturday, November 9th from 10am – 12pm we're partnering with 99.5 The WOLF to collect winter gear for those experiencing homelessness and in need.

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Jesika's Journey from Despair to Hope

Jesika's story is one of resilience. Homeless for years and battling addiction, she found herself pregnant and alone under a bridge in Portland. Hope arrived with Kristi, a UGM Outreach Worker, who offered unwavering support and kindness unlike anything Jesika had ever known.

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Ana's Journey of Transformation

Our Search + Rescue team works to connect with those experiencing homelessness, offering support and a path forward. Today, we share a story that beautifully illustrates the lasting impact they can have. Ana Lopez found herself facing homelessness in Portland from 2017-2019. Lost and battling addiction, she and her partner encountered our Search and Rescue team in Delta Park. The team offered not just a helping hand, but genuine care and understanding.

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From Riverbank to Residence

Johnny and his wife Melissa have a young son who has autism. One of their biggest goals is to keep life as stable as possible for him. For years, they lived in the same apartment. However, a rent hike shattered their stable life, forcing them to vacate their apartment. Despite having two incomes, finding a new home they could afford proved impossible, leaving them to live by the river in their truck.

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