Northwest Family Services

Mission

Northwest Family Services supports family stability, child well-being, and victims of crime by addressing the social determinants of health. 

Bottom Line for Portland

At NWFS, we do more than meet needs—we empower people. Last year, over 20,000 neighbors turned to us for support with basic needs, behavioral health, housing stability, health navigation, and youth empowerment.

This year, we’re focused on protecting our Children of Incarcerated Parents and Youth Prevention programs, which have experienced funding cuts. With your help, we can ensure young people in our community continue to have access to mentorship, guidance, and the resources to grow and succeed. Every $10 helps keep these programs alive.

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"NWFS' Children of Incarcerated Parents (CIP) program was a huge help in my life. It was my chance to have a guaranteed meal and time away from home." - CIP mentee

Incentives

In loving memory of Sean Michael Dooney Sr., the first $5,000 in donations will be matched by Sheri Dooney, CEO of Leonard Adams Insurance.  

The first 50 people to donate will receive a Sweet Treat coupon from our partners at Great American Video and Espresso.

Partner(s)

We are so grateful for our generous, locally owned community partners - thank you! 

Great American Video and Espresso fuels the staff at the NWFS main office with their delicious coffee and has generously donated $150 in Sweet Treat coupons for our donors.

Across the street from the NWFS main office is The Smoking Jay, a mouthwatering BBQ joint that is the last word in Milwaukie for burnt ends, brisket, and barbeque.

Nonprofit Partners

CASA for Children strives to improve outcomes for children in foster care by recruiting, training, and supporting community volunteers to advocate for the best interests of children who have experienced abuse and neglect. 

Cat Adoption Team’s mission is to save the lives of homeless cats and to work with our community to provide feline expertise and quality programs and services for people and cats.

Oregon Tradeswomen helps transform lives by building community and economic independence through empowerment, training, career education, advocacy, and leadership development in the skilled trades.

Rose Haven is a low-barrier agency that exists to provide day shelter, resources, emotional support, and community connections to women, children, and marginalized genders experiencing homelessness and poverty.