New Avenues for Youth Transitional Housing (The Moxie and Butterfly House)

Housing resource · Multnomah County

Last verified Oct 2026

About

New Avenues for Youth runs transitional housing for young people experiencing homelessness. The Moxie has 24 beds with staff on site around the clock, and Butterfly House is independent housing with mentorship for young people 18 to 25 involved in the sex trades. You start by emailing the housing team, and staff follow up about what is open. Waits and openings are not posted.

Eligibility

Youth and young adults experiencing homelessness. The Moxie is for ages 18 to 24 who are screened into the youth system. Butterfly House is for ages 18 to 25 involved in the sex trades.

Serves

Multnomah County

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