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

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

“Thank you, guys, so much, it's people like you guys who make this world a better place. Without it and I'm sure people out here would be so much worse off. Not just the medical services you provide, but the feeling of hope and compassion that you provide is so uplifting. Out here it gets really lonely and I know I start feeling like I'm invisible, so the knowledge that someone like your team has shown up specifically for me and to help, nonetheless, feels good. So, thank you, sincerely.” ~ Portland Street Medicine patient

Incentives

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

Partner(s)

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

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.