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Sisters of the Road

Last updated Jun 2026

About

Sisters of the Road is a grassroots, anti-oppression organization that centers the experiences of people who are unhoused and builds community power for systemic change, rooted in a dignity-based cafe model plus food justice work, trainings, and advocacy. NOTE: the organization is relocating from Old Town to the Lents neighborhood in SE Portland in 2026, confirm the current service address. Phone (503) 222-5694.

Services offered

Food & mealsAdvocacy

Who it's for

Currently unhousedLow-income

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