Jerome Smith and his children (left to right): Benjamin, Judah, Levi, Joseph, and Jasmine

Working to achieve stability while experiencing homelessness can often feel like a full-time job. Meet one Impact NW client whose persistence and determination helped him succeed. Continue Reading It Can Happen to Anyone – Jerome’s Story

Impact NW Senior Services - Tai Chi

Aging adults thrive when they are able to remain in their own homes, surrounded by a community of friends and family. We’re excited to announce that a generous $15,000 grant from Kaiser Permanente will allow us to continue to help Portland’s aging population thrive. Continue Reading Grant from Kaiser Permanente Helps Seniors Thrive

Impact NW's Power of One Luncheon 2017

Innovative project providing short & long-term relief for the homeless to be highlighted at Power of One Luncheon event. Continue Reading Impact NW Honors Tech Companies Working to Combat Homelessness

Your Impact this holiday season

Our community helped us raise over $80,000 and thousands of gifts and warm clothing items for people in need this holiday season. Thank you for supporting Impact NW! Continue Reading Your Impact this Holiday Season (2017 Holiday Recap)

Thank you, AWS Elemental!

We know that getting kids interested in science matters—and we’re grateful that local tech company AWS Elemental thinks so, too! Their consistent support helps bring fun, interactive science classes to hundreds of kids in the Portland area. Continue Reading AWS Elemental continues to support AKA Science

Impact NW's Favorite Moments of 2017

As 2017 comes to an end, we feel it’s important to reflect on how far we’ve come in our work to inspire hope and empower independence. We’re happy to share some of our favorite moments of 2017 as we look forward to another fantastic year. Continue Reading Impact NW’s 2017: Our Favorite Moments

Elderly woman at home

The small Impact NW Senior GAP team that supports hundreds of older adults play a vital role in our community, keeping our aging, vulnerable populations safe. Continue Reading Meet the team that cares for our community’s vulnerable elders

Pathways to Manufacturing Students

Early childhood education can open the door to success for kids in poverty. And when we invest in our children, society rises up alongside them. Continue Reading “The Opportunities are Endless”

Early Childhood Inequality

Early childhood education can open the door to success for kids in poverty. And when we invest in our children, society rises up alongside them. Continue Reading Early Childhood Inequality (Infographic)