Portland Street Medicine

Mission

We offer our houseless neighbors accessible whole-person care to improve and support health, and to bridge the gap between people and systems. 

Bottom Line for Portland

Every week, PSM brings free, low-barrier healthcare, human connection, health education, and peer support to Portland’s unhoused community - meeting folks on sidewalks, under bridges, wherever care is needed. Every visit restores dignity, prevents crises, and reminds Portland’s unhoused neighbors they are seen and valued. Because all our care is free, donations and grants make this radical work possible - your support turns compassion into action.  

Last year, we cared for 550 neighbors, completed over 2,300 visits, and made more than 3,000 connections through healthcare, survival supplies, and support. Our peers and volunteers also trained hundreds of neighbors in safe wound care and essential health skills. 

Quote

“PSM street care teams are doing things differently. We go directly to folks, see the humanity where others don't, and provide the care our neighbors need most. As someone with lived experience, I really appreciate us giving that back.” ~ Katrina Malachowski, Peer advocate and CHE Outreach Coordinator

Incentives

These incentives with local businesses make giving just that much sweeter. 

On 11/11, the first ten donors to donate $50 or more will receive a $40 gift card to the Daily Café at the tram.

On 11/13, the first donor to donate $100 or more will receive a Personal Stylist Appointment at Garnish Apparel and $100 store credit. The first donor to donate $125 or more will receive a Private Shopping Party at Garnish Apparel for themselves and friends along with a $100 store credit.

On 11/19, the first twenty donors to give $30 or more will get a $25 gift certificate to Cheese & Crack Snack Shop.

On 11/25, the first ten people to donate $100 or more will receive a 5-class card ($75 value) to The People's Yoga.

On 11/29, Worker's Tap is donating 10% of all sales. Grab a drink and support small-business Saturday!

On 12/02, the first donor to donate more than $200 will win a $150 gift card to Chart House.

On 12/17, the first donor to donate $75 or more will receive a $50 gift card from P's & Q's Market.

On 12/27, the first donor to donate more than $50 will win a gift certificate to Broadway Books.

On 12/28, the first donor to donate more than $150 will win a $100 gift certificate to Revival Drum Shop.

On 12/29, the first donor to donate $200 or more will receive a free tune up worth $200 (parts not included) from Cyclepath.

On 12/30, the first donor to donate $150 or more will receive a personalized tour of Fellini's Accidental Circus by the artist and creator Ken Zell.

Dates coming soon!

Anatomy Tattoo- flash/promo day

Partner(s)

Community Partner spotlight! PSM wants to highlight the power of community and relationships by partnering with two of our favorite organizations: 

Hygiene4All- From soap to dignity, Hygiene4All is all about giving neighbors the essentials to feel human and seen.

HereTogether- HereTogether turns compassion into change, helping communities create safe, supportive spaces for everyone.

Huge gratitude to these local businesses who are donating time, resources, and support to PSM to help us care for Portland’s unhoused neighbors. They're awesome local spots, run by rad people! Check out the incentives (above) to see more.

Daily Café at the Tram: A beloved café in Portland's South Waterfront, known for its scratch-made food and locally roasted coffee

Garnish Apparel: Offering fashion-forward, limited-edition women's clothing and accessories designed and made in Portland, Garnish Apparel champions local craftsmanship and style.

Cheese & Crack Snack Shop: From its roots as a food cart to its current brick-and-mortar location, this spot delights with cheese snack boxes, soft serve, sundaes, drinks, and plushies. 

The People's Yoga: Providing accessible yoga classes since 2008, The People's Yoga is an inclusive, welcoming community for yoga beyond barriers.

P's & Q's Market: A neighborhood gem in Woodlawn, P's & Q's Market serves up inventive dishes and boasts a spacious outdoor patio, perfect for enjoying fresh, seasonal fare.

Broadway Books: An independent bookstore since 1992, Broadway Books is committed to bringing great books to readers and supporting local authors in Portland.

Revival Drum Shop: Celebrating the drum and drummers since 2009, Revival Drum Shop offers a selection of new and vintage acoustic drum kits, percussion, and accessories.

Snappy’s: Your go-to spot on SE Ankeny for fresh, loaded sandwiches that hit the spot every time.

Anatomy Tattoo: A welcoming, female-owned tattoo shop on NE Broadway that nails custom ink every time.

Rad Magic Subs: 100% vegan and 100% delicious — Rad Magic Subs keeps Portland’s sandwich game strong.

Workers Tap: Worker-owned café and beer bar in a cozy 1904 Victorian house, featuring 20 rotating taps of local craft beer and cider, plus a full coffee menu.