Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon (MHAAO)

Mission

The Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon (MHAAO) is an inclusive, community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to promote self-directed recovery and wellness for all, honoring the voice of lived experience. 

As a peer-run agency, we are the communities we serve, just at a different stage in our journey. We help individuals set and meet their recovery goals, such as getting into detox, treatment, securing housing, and finding employment. We support people in being empowered to direct their own path forward to recovery, health, and healing. The path to recovery is not walked alone. Together, we grow, transform, and thrive.

Bottom Line for Portland

At MHAAO, we build trust and spark hope – at the individual and community levels – knowing that recovery and healing are possible for all.  All of us are a part of the solution.

We are currently undertaking our most ambitious effort yet: a peer-run Recovery Campus offering a safe, low-barrier space for Portlanders experiencing addiction and mental health challenges. The Recovery Campus will offer holistic recovery services and housing all in one place – addressing the highest needs we are seeing in Portland and serving some of the most marginalized members of our community. Every individual journey to recovery begins with hope and that is what we provide at MHAAO.

Quote

“This work really does save lives. My lived experiences have provided me so many tools to navigate life and I can now share those tools with others.” - MHAAO Peer Wellness Specialist

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are a women and BIPOC-led organization dedicated to advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within all of our programs. We recognize that there are disparities in our community that have been created and maintained by systems of oppression; MHAAO is committed to the ongoing work necessary to combat these barriers. Our services are culturally responsive, trauma-informed, rooted in social justice and empowerment, and offered at no charge. 

Incentives

Match the Mission: Every donation up to $1000 on November 2nd will be matched by our friend Todd DeNeffe, champion of many causes including MHAAO.

Color Your World with Gratitude: Every donor who gives $25 or more on November 14th will be entered into a drawing to receive a cut and color or equal service from Blown Away LLC. https://blownawayllc.glossgenius.com/

Glow for Good: On November 27th our friends at Pura Skincare have sponsored an exquisite facial box for one lucky donor who contributes $40 or more. https://purapdx.com/

Hat's Off to You: Every single donor 35-years-old and younger who makes a contribution on December 2nd will receive a branded MHAAO bucket hat.

Game Night Giveaway: For every $25 donation on December 10th, you'll be entered to win four premium lower bowl tickets to any regular-season Portland Winterhawks home game, courtesy of our Board Member, Ryan Austin.

Ink for Impact: On December 19th every donor who contributes $50 or more will be entered in a drawing for a tattoo with Studio West Permanent Makeup and More. https://www.studiowesttattoo.com/

Amplify your Impact: Every donation up to $1000 on December 30th will be matched by MHAAO Board President, Dave Otte.

Partner(s)

MHAAO is proud to uplift the missions of our community partners, including Quest Center for Integrative Health, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing integrative healthcare services, community, and education to all people seeking a wellness-focused approach to living. https://quest-center.org/

Blown Away LLC has been a huge support of MHAAO's mission over the years and we are grateful for their commitment to strengthening and inspiring our local community! https://blownawayllc.glossgenius.com/

Pura Skincare knows a thing or two about empowering people to feel their best and we are so grateful for their partnership in empowering the peers we serve. https://purapdx.com/

“Look and feel your Best with West” - Our partners at Studio West Permanent Makeup and More enrich and revitalize clients every day in the studio, but it doesn't stop there, thank you for giving back to our community!  https://www.studiowesttattoo.com/