REACH Community Development

Mission

REACH creates opportunities for all people to thrive by developing and promoting equitable access to quality, affordable homes, supportive services, and community.

Bottom Line for Portland

This year, there were 6,297 individuals unhoused in our region. That means over 6,000 people haven't found their way to safe and stable housing or supportive services like REACH. REACH has been opening doors for more than 40 years, creating affordable housing options for thousands of families. We deliver solutions that make a difference for all of us. 

Make no mistake: Affordable housing and supportive services for staying housed are the solution to homelessness.

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You wonder, what am I doing wrong? Because I'm trying, I have a job. It’s so hard to find something that I can afford that still allows me to be with my child, because how can I be a good parent if I am away all the time, and I don't get to see my child grow in order to provide stable housing? Having a stable home has helped so much for me to feel just safe and comfortable, and connected with people.

– Alexandra, resident at REACH

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

REACH operates within the reality of a racist housing industry, both past and present. As housing and service providers, we address the harmful impacts of paternalism that exists in white-dominant culture through listening and learning from historically excluded communities. While this work is ongoing, our current efforts are focused on providing training, internal accountability and partnering with culturally specific organizations to inform housing development and resident programming. 

Incentives

All donors will receive a coupon for 20% off one purchase (up to $100) at Next Adventure! Donors will also be entered into a drawing for a $500 gift card! 

Next Adventure invests in our community to help create and foster opportunities for customers to enjoy the outdoors. 

The first 10 donors who give $50 or more will receive a $10 gift card from Pizzeria Otto. 

Pizzeria Otto is a family-friendly neighborhood joint obsessively devoted to the craft of Neapolitan pizza making. 

Partner(s)

Business Partner: Ankrom Moisan Architects 

Ankrom Moisan Architects will match up to $2,500 in Give!Guide donations to REACH Community Development.

Nonprofit Partner: White Bird

For over 25 years, White Bird has brought world-class dance performances to Portland, OR. REACH and White Bird partner through White Bird’s NEST (No Empty Seats Today) ticket equity program to support dance access to REACH residents. Learn more at whitebird.org.

Nonprofit Partner: APANO

APANO unites Asians and Pacific Islanders to build power, develop leaders, and advance equity through organizing, advocacy, community development, and cultural work. Visit APANO's Give!Guide page.