Tag Archive for: homelessness

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

It Can Happen to Anyone – Jerome’s Story

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.
Impact NW's Power of One Luncheon 2017

Impact NW Honors Tech Companies Working to Combat Homelessness

Innovative project providing short & long-term relief for the homeless to be highlighted at Power of One Luncheon event.
Four Poverty Myths - Busted

Four myths about poverty—busted

To set the record straight on what it's like to live with financial hardships, we're busting four common myths about poverty.
Anthony, a father of twin boys, found support at Impact NW's Richmond Place

A Place to Call Home: Anthony’s Story

“Impact NW was the first place that opened its doors to me as a single parent,” explained Anthony. “They’re more than a landlord—they’re your advocate, and they fight for you."
Portland's Homelessness Epidemic

Portland’s Homelessness Epidemic (Infographic)

On any given night, 1 in 165 people in Portland is homeless. But Impact NW is creating a solution through our programs and services.