Ways to Give
Your generosity and support make home possible for hundreds of our neighbors in Portland.
Make a Donation
Your financial support addresses immediate housing needs and plays an essential role in advovacy at the system and policy level. Join us today in making an impact!
Become a Catalyst for Change
Your monthly gift can be the catalyst that fundamentally changes someone’s life. Catalyst for Change monthly donors provide JOIN with an important flexible pool of funds that allow us to innovatively support individuals as they travel their path to home.
$10
Buys Laundry Voucher
Helps a person visiting the Dayspace get a laundry voucher.
$25
Buys Monthly Bus Pass
Provides one individual with a monthly bus pass to enable employment search.
$50
Buys Weekly Groceries
Provides a household of two with groceries for a week.
$100
Pays Utility
Bill
Keeps the lights on for a month for a JOIN household.
Donate Much-Needed Items
Our Day Space welcomes donations of essential items that support our daily operations and help us provide dignified, responsive services to individuals and families navigating homelessness.
To view our most-needed items, stay updated on Day Space events and closures, or learn more about how to get involved, follow us on Instagram! @join_pdx
Donations can be dropped off M-F, from 11AM to 2PM directly through JOIN’s Day Space
Please call ahead to let us know you’re coming, so we can make sure someone’s able to assist! (971) 509-3783
No items to donate? No problem!
Check out our Amazon Wishlist
Types of Much-Needed Items
Adult-Sized Clothing
We accept used and new adult-sized clothing in all seasons. All items must be clean and freshly washed before donation to ensure they’re ready for immediate use.
- Sturdy shoes and boots
- Pants, jackets, hoodies, shirts
- New socks and new underwear (especially M, L)
- Hats, gloves, and warm layers especially in colder months
Hygiene Products
Single-use or travel-sized items are best, but we also accept full-size products!
- Toothbrushes & toothpaste
- Shampoo & conditioner
- Deodorant, razors, nail clippers
- Menstrual products, hand sanitizer, wipes
Survival Gear
Items that help folks stay safe outdoors.
- Backpacks, sleeping bags, tarps, tents
- Reusable water bottles
- Flashlights, batteries, sunscreen
- Ponchos, rain gear, emergency blankets
What We’re Unable to Accept
Due to limited on-site storage, there are a few items we’re not able to accept on an ongoing basis. While there may be times throughout the year when we specifically request these items, we typically do not accept:
- Children’s clothing, shoes, or toys
- Furniture or large household items
- Formal or dress clothing and shoes
If you have furniture or household items you'd like to donate, we recommend reaching out to our community partner: Community Warehouse
Special thanks to the Portland Diaper Bank
The Portland Diaper Bank supplies JOIN with a supply of diapers which in turn saves costs to JOIN and the households we support.
