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YWCA of Greater Portland

Last updated Jun 2026

About

YWCA of Greater Portland works at the intersection of gender-based violence and homelessness, providing survivors with transitional housing (five democratically-run houses), case management, counseling, and a free, confidential 24/7 crisis line for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. It also runs senior services, youth programs, and is one of Oregon's largest providers of social-justice education, including a 40-hour DV advocate training. Phone (503) 294-7400.

Communities centered

Youth

Services offered

Housing helpEmergency shelterCase managementMental healthCrisis supportAdvocacy

Who it's for

Youth under 18Adults 18+SeniorsCurrently unhoused
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