The world around us has changed a lot in the last few weeks. The Pride Northwest staff is working from home for the time being and we hope all of our volunteers are able to take care of yourselves during these difficult times. You may be looking for ways you can help during this time of need. Below are some resources folks can donate or volunteer with.
City of Portland and Multnomah County:
A collaborative volunteer and donations management unit has been established between the City of Portland and Multnomah County, Oregon to coordinate COVID-19-related donations and volunteers. Offers of assistance can be communicated through the Volunteer and Donations Unit by emailing esf15.volunteerdonations@multco.us
Agencies are seeking specific equipment, which should be unused and in good condition.
Latex free gloves (in sealed box only)
Procedural masks
Surgical masks
N95 respirators and N95 filters
Other respirators (P100's, PAPR's, and PAPR supplies / parts)
Face shields
Splash shields
Gowns
Hand sanitizer
Disinfecting wipes
Donations are accepted at:
Portland Fire & Rescue
Noon to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
Fire Marshal Office, 1300 SE Gideon St., Portland
Multnomah County
Multnomah Building
501 SE Hawthorne, Portland
(Loading dock on 6th St.)
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Yeon Building
1620 SE 190th Ave.
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
(See instructions on the drop box located outside of the building.)
Oregon Food Bank
Sign up for individual volunteer shifts if you are under the age of 60 and don’t face higher risks for COVID-19. We need all hands on deck as we adjust our food distribution efforts to meet the complex realities of social distancing.
Meals on Wheels People
Our caring volunteers dedicate several hours every week to bringing food and comfort to older adults in their community. Together we’ve done a lot. But there’s always more to do.
Our House/Esther's Pantry
Looking for donations of:
tuna fish, coffee, cereal, canned corn, canned fruit (other than peach and pear), soups, canned entrees (ravioli, spaghetti, chili), pasta, baking mix (cake, cookie, pancake), sugar.
Non food items they are in need of include personal care items:
(shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, body wash), toilet paper, pet food (cat and dog).
Donations can be dropped off at Our House, 2727 SE Alder st., during regular business hours or at Esther's Pantry, 10202 SE 32nd Ave, Suites 601 & 502, Milwaukie, OR 97222 (see hours below)
Monday 1:00 - 4:00; Tuesday 2:00 - 5:00; Thursday 2:00 - 5:00
Rose Haven
Due to the lack of volunteers amidst the COVID-19 precautions, Rose Haven is lacking the woman power to sort through our in-kind donations and only able to accept the following supplies until further notice:
Luggage
Tents
Tarps
Sleeping bags
Backpacks
Blankets
Hand Sanitizer
Hand Warmers
Gloves
Coats
Rain Ponchos
New unopened hygiene products
Shelf Stable Foods
Rose Haven accepts in-kind donations on Monday through Friday between 9am-12pm, or by appointment only. Please call 503-248-6364 x303 or email info@rosehaven.org if you have questions.