Sexual Assault Resource Center (SARC)

Mission

Our mission is to deliver healing-centered support services to survivors of sexual violence and inspire our community to resist all forms of oppression.

Bottom Line for Portland

The Sexual Assault Resource Center (SARC) ensures that survivors in Washington County are never alone. We deliver confidential, 24/7 advocacy, emotional support, and guidance through complex medical and legal systems, as well as housing supports. Through survivor-centered services, education, and community healing initiatives such as peer-led groups, workshops, and the annual Reclaim/Reclama survivor artist magazine and live event, SARC helps survivors reclaim safety, dignity, and hope while strengthening the community’s collective response to sexual violence.

SARC's Impact In 2024:

-2,142 ongoing advocacy services, therapy, and support group services to 246 survivors;

-160 survivors were accompanied to medical exams at area hospitals;

-Our 24-Hour Support & Resource Line fielded 2,192 calls/texts/chats, assisting 1,361 unique individuals;

-Over 500 community members and professionals received outreach, education, and training on supporting survivors; and,

-2,000+ high school students participated in SARC’s healthy relationships curriculum in the Hillsboro and Beaverton School Districts.

Quote

“I was in the middle of a panic attack and didn’t know how to ground myself. But your calm voice and steady presence reached me — and helped me find mine. Thank you for being there when I needed it most.”

— A. (survivor of sexual assault)

Partner(s)

• CloudMinders IT: specializing in helping small to medium sized businesses in the Portland, Oregon Metro Area eliminate IT Service frustrations, strengthen cybersecurity, and keep their technology running smoothly.
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• Briel’s Barbecue: Pop-up barbecue.
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• Past Lives: Artists and Makers at Work.
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• Revisions band: Punks who love Del Shannon.
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• Whisper Hiss band: moody and the beat ✨🎹💋
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• Love in Hell band: 🌸Flower Localin’ Band 🌸