Safety is only the beginning. At Kenton Women’s Village, one woman is discovering what becomes possible when survival is no longer the goal. When Breanna* arrived at KWV three months ago, she carried far more than a few belongings. She carried decades of fear, uncertainty and the weight of rebuilding a life after leaving an…

Summer should be a season of possibility. But for many of our neighbors, it can also bring new challenges. Rising temperatures, limited resources and the rising cost of everyday essentials mean that even something as simple as a clean T-shirt, lightweight pants or a pair of comfortable shoes can make a meaningful difference. This summer,…

Autumn Nina Gaddy believes deeply in the power of care, connection, and creating spaces where people feel supported. Through her volunteer work at Kenton Women’s Village, she has helped cultivate a pollinator garden that offers beauty, calm, and a sense of community for residents and neighbors alike. In this Voices of Hope conversation, Autumn shares…

Financial literacy is about more than numbers. Through a partnership with Financial Beginnings, Catholic Charities of Oregon is helping women at Kenton Women’s Village build confidence, set goals, and take meaningful steps toward financial stability.

Each week, our outreach team heads into Southeast Portland to connect with neighbors living outside, offering food, essential supplies, and a consistent presence of care. Even as resources tighten, this work continues because it meets immediate needs and builds the trust that can lead to something more.

Thirteen-year-old Leah Norquist set out to complete a seventh-grade service project and ended up rallying her family, church, and community to support the women of Kenton Women’s Village. In this Voices of Hope spotlight, meet Leah and her mom, Emily, whose homemade meals, bake sales, and generous hearts are already making a lasting impact.

It might surprise you to learn that one of the most requested items among people experiencing homelessness is socks. Clean, dry socks can prevent infections, reduce pain, and offer a small but powerful sense of dignity. As we prepare Care Kits for our neighbors experiencing homelessness, we’re reminded that sometimes the simplest items make the…

Stability doesn’t happen over night. Moving beyond shelter takes time, trust and consistent support. For many, it’s the difference between surviving and truly rebuilding a life.

During the holiday season, Kenton Women’s Village came alive with generosity, collaboration, and moments of connection thanks to donors, volunteers, staff, and the participants who helped make the celebration their own.

For 19 years, our Housing Transitions Program has been a steady place of safety and care for women experiencing homelessness. This reflection looks at why HTP matters, especially now, and the quiet, life-changing work that happens there every day.

We’re so excited for you to meet Allison Pantano-Rumsey. With almost 20 years in healthcare, Allison discovered that what truly energized her wasn’t the clinical work. She says it was connecting, listening, validating and walking alongside others. Her Portland State University social work degree and internship affirmed that calling, and today she brings that same…

Our Immigration Legal Services (ILS) team is strengthened by volunteers who bring decades of wisdom, compassion and legal expertise to our clients. We’re thrilled to highlight two retired attorneys whose pro bono service is helping Catholic Charities meet growing needs with dignity and care.