Resources
Protections for Immigrant Rights:
Know Your Rights
Know Your Rights Under the US Constitution - No Matter Who is President (NILC)
A know-your-rights handout in eight languages to help families prepare for a possible interaction with ICE
A Know Your Rights Toolkit by ILRC includes handouts, family preparedness plans and a train-the-trainer toolkit
Printable ILRC red cards in to distribute to community members (Spanish here)
Know-Your-Rights tutorial videos in 7 languages to help prepare individuals for encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) (Spanish here)
CLINIC Know Your Rights flyers
WeHaveRights - Creating an Emergency Plan
Noncitizen Protest Protection: 10 Things Noncitizen Protestors Need to Know
Know Your Rights and Creating Safe Spaces Resource List (NILC)
Know Your Rights with ICE: at home, in your car, from detention (IDP)
Mayan League Indigenous Languages Resources - Know Your Rights in Maya Mam
KYR Community Education Materials:
KYR / Community Education Preparedness - Curated Resources (NIPNLG)
KYR Flyer - English (NPNA)
NPNA KYR Flyer - Spanish (NPNA)
KYR Graphics - English (NPNA)
KYR Graphics - Spanish (NPNA)
Train the Trainer KYR Presentation Outline (1 Hour) - English
Train the Trainer KYR Presentation Outline (1 Hour) - Spanish
Transportation Assistance:
Discounted fare for seniors, Medicare recipients, and people with disabilities—no application needed.
Location: Portland metro area
Contact: Customer Service: 503-238-7433
Housing & Shelter Resources:
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization ( IRCO) Housing Stability Program Hotline:
Tuesday , April 29, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 9:40 AM
Hotline (503) 234-2048
Eligibility is:
Multnomah County Residents Only
Families with children under 18 years old
Families that are currently housed but at imminent risk of homelessness (eligible for two months' rent assistance only)
Must meet income guidelines of 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI)
Our program is open for all clients, but with an emphasis on SUN school families that are Asian Pacific Islanders or African Immigrants.
Clackamas County Warming & Cooling Shelter
Seasonal shelter for extreme weather conditions in Clackamas County.
Location: 2051 Kaen Rd #135, Oregon City, OR 97045
Contact: Call 211
Transition Projects - Permanent Supportive Housing
Long-term housing for people in Multnomah County experiencing chronic homelessness or living with disabilities.
Location: Multnomah County
Contact: 503-280-4700
Food Support:
Statewide food assistance with locations searchable online.
Location: Statewide
Contact: 503-282-0555
Free public food markets across Multnomah and Washington counties—no ID required.
Location: 40+ sites in Multnomah & Washington Counties
Contact: 503-226-8061
Weekly food markets providing free, culturally specific food for BIPOC communities.
Location: Portland area
Immigration & Legal Services:
Immigration Counseling Service (ICS)
Nonprofit law firm offering legal representation and education for immigrants and refugees.
Location: Portland & Hillsboro
Contact: 503-221-1689
Utility Assistance:
NAYA’s (Native American Youth & Family) Energy Assistance
Utility bill support for Native American community members in the Portland area.
Location: 5135 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland, OR 97218
Contact: 503-946-9898
Provides energy assistance to help low-income Oregonians pay their utility bills.
Location: Statewide
Contact: 971-386-2124
Employment Support:
City of Portland Job Opportunities
Job openings with a focus on equity, access, and community impact.
Location: Portland, OR
Public Benefits:
ODHS Benefits (Medical, Food, Cash, Childcare)
Apply for a variety of state benefits online, by phone, or in person.
Location: Statewide
Contact: 800-699-9075
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
Offers nutrition education, healthy food, and support for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.
Location: Statewide
Contact: 971-673-0040