Tag Archive for: homelessness
![Jerome Smith and his children (left to right): Benjamin, Judah, Levi, Joseph, and Jasmine](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/4_edit-e1518726175282-495x400.png)
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](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/pool_2017.png)
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](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/PovertyMythsBusted-1-495x400.png)
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](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/AnthonysStory.png)
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](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/homelessness_epidemic-495x400.png)
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.