Resources

Protections for Immigrant Rights:

Know Your Rights

KYR Community Education Materials:

Transportation Assistance:

TriMet Honored Citizen Fare

  • 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:

Oregon Food Bank

  • Statewide food assistance with locations searchable online.

  • Location: Statewide

  • Contact: 503-282-0555

Urban Gleaners Food Markets

  • Free public food markets across Multnomah and Washington counties—no ID required.

  • Location: 40+ sites in Multnomah & Washington Counties

  • Contact: 503-226-8061


Equitable Giving Circle 

  • 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

Oregon Energy Fund

  • 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