Culturally Specific Resources
Many local organizations are owned by, staffed by, and have a mission to serve specific cultural groups living in the Portland Metro area:
Latinx & Hispanic Organizations and Resources
503-595-2111 | 6700 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97218 |
Programs offering education and social support services to children from birth to 8th grade. Offerings include housing developments/resident programs, SUN youth advocacy, after school program offering academic support, personal enrichment, service learning, and foster parent involvement in child schooling, and parent support groups, educational workshops and monthly home visits for parents with children aged birth to five.
503-283-6881 | 410 NE 18th Ave Portland, OR 97232
Adolescents & Communities Together (ACT): a bilingual curriculum to ensure young women and men have access to comprehensive, medically accurate information about health and sexuality.
503.988.3509 | bienestardelafamilia@multco.us
**Spanish/Latinx -- helps family with rent and utility assistance if they are currently quarantined. Offers culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate services focusing on Multnomah County's growing Latinx Community, as well as serving other diverse groups and the community at large
503-201-9865 | 2710 NE 14th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97212 | info@familiasenaccion.org
**Spanish/Latinx -- culturally specific organization to promote health for Latinos in Oregon. Our services include Community Health Work, Food Equity Advocacy, and HIV/STI's Sexual Health Education. Latinx Mental Health resources
El Programa Hispano-Catholic Charities:
503-231-4866 | 2740 SE Powell Blvd. Portland, OR 97202
Serves low-income Latino residents of metro Portland by providing emergency economic assistance, self-sufficiency activities, mental health counseling, domestic violence case management, and youth services.
Hacienda Community Development Corporation
503-595-2111 | 6700 NE Killingsworth St. Portland, OR 97218
Develops affordable housing, healthy living, and economic development to build thriving communities in support of working Latino families and others in Oregon. Includes HUD-approved housing counseling
503-988-5558 | 6736 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97218-3317
*Spanish *Latinx -- Special services for children experiencing homelessness.
503-360-0324 | 11717 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220
*Spanish *Latinx -- To request a referral to a nonprofit legal service provider or a private attorney, call our navigation team at 503-360-0324 -- Pueblo Unido PDX is a non-profit organization that provides legal service navigation, client advocacy, and financial assistance to immigrants facing detention and deportation in the Pacific Northwest (Leer en Español)
Black & African American Organizations and Resources
503-284-8000 | 2915 NE Martin Luther King Blvd, Portland, OR
Programs offered include career services, doulas, and the Together We Can Home Visiting Model which is a year-long experience for families designed to strengthen cultural identity and practices, motivate parents to attain greater economic stability and self-sufficiency, strengthen parenting and child development, create safe and healthy family environments, and promote the family’s healthy engagement in their community.
3920 N Kerby Ave. Portland OR 97227
503-249-1721
Youth Programs: Summer program, In-school program, After-school programs and enrichment, Parent Involvement (including counseling, parenting training, energy and housing assistance) Community and Family Programs: Homeless housing services, Domestic violence program/services, Short-term rental assistance, Parent Child Development Services, Parenting classes, Multnomah Stability Initiative, Energy assistance, Parent support group, Employment services, In-home safety and reunification services.
African American Health Coalition, Inc.
2800 N Vancouver Ave Ste 100, Portland, OR 97227
503-413-1850
Promotes wellness for African Americans by seeking to reconfigure health and social services to meet their needs. Specific services include nutrition seminars, diabetes support groups, substance abuse support, physical activity awareness, and health & body seminars. “Inspires and mobilizes Black parents to ensure their children achieve educational excellence.” Courses and resources for black parents.
10 N Russell St
Portland OR 97227
503-280-2600
Advocacy and Civic Engagement, Community Health Worker Program, Healthy Families, Senior Services Program, Workforce Programs, Youth Programs (Summer Employment).
Bradley Angle Healing Roots Program
5432 N. Albina Ave
Portland, OR 97217
Intake number: 503-595-9591 ext 307 or email Kenya Ifemelu, Healing Roots Coordinator, at kenyab@bradleyangle.org
Healing Roots offers survivors a safe space and access to resources that promote healing and connection. Our services include: Advocacy, One-on-One and Family Support; Healing Roots Topic-Based Support Groups that explore domestic violence, healthy relationships, and healing from trauma, while creating a safe space for Black and African-American survivors to share and learn from one another. Light meals, bus tickets, and free childcare are offered for all group sessions.
African American Alliance for Homeownership (AAAH)
825 NE 20th Ave #225, Portland, OR 97232
503-595-3517
AAAH programs offer future homebuyers advantages such as peer-to-peer support systems, providing on-going motivation and encouragement throughout the home buying process. AAAH's mission is to increase homeownership and economic stability for African Americans and other underserved individuals by improving access to homebuyer resources and education.
African Youth Community Organization
1390 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233
971-254-8916
AYCO works to empower immigrants and refugees from African and other diaspora countries. Specific services include athletics programs, mentorship, academic support, leadership training, free ESL classes, cultural bridge supports, and community healing workshops.
5329 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Portland, Oregon 97211
503-988-3387
Healthy Birth Initiative works to achieve healthy birth outcomes by improving the well-being of mothers, fathers and their children before, during and between pregnancies. Classes focus on the needs of African Americans living in Multnomah County.
411 NE 19th Ave.
Portland, OR 97232
503-289-1517
PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Portland Black Chapter promotes the health and well-being of specifically Black gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people, their families and friends through support, education, organizing and advocacy. This organization is the first African American chapter of PFLAG in the nation.
Asian American Organizations and Resources
503-872-8822 | 9035 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR 97266
A psychiatrist is available 3 times per week. Mental health counseling is available in all four languages. Asian Health & Service provides connections fort students/families with mental health counseling, school visit assessment, free lunch program for seniors Tuesday-Friday, and more community engagement activities. There is a community health department which speaks all 4 languages.
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO): Asian Family Center (AFC)
503-235-9396 | 8040 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97213
Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon (APANO)
971-340-4861 | 8188 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97206
Grants and Sponsorships available. Small business promotion. Youth programs. Reporting Hate incidents. Network of leaders, activists, and allies from Oregon’s Asian/Pacific Islander (API) communities that seeks to mobilize the social, cultural and political strengths of the many diverse API communities.
Pacific Islander & Native Hawaiian Organizations and Resources
IRCO Asian Family Center (AFC)
503-235-9396 | 8040 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97213
The Asian Family Center provides culturally specific resources in: Early Childhood; Family Engagement; Youth Academic Support; Gang Prevention & Intervention; Community; Engagement & Leadership Development; Poverty Reduction, Housing & Utilities Resources; Health Outreach & Education
Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon (APANO)
971-340-4861 | 8188 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97206
APANO focuses on the key areas of community organizing, policy advocacy, civic engagement, leadership development, community development, cultural work, Arts & Media Project; Creative Placemaking Projects; youth programs; parent organizing. Grants and Sponsorships available. Small business promotion. Youth programs. Reporting Hate incidents. Network of leaders, activists, and allies from Oregon’s Asian/Pacific Islander (API) communities that seeks to mobilize the social, cultural and political strengths of the many diverse API communities
Indigenous & Native American Organizations and Resources
Native American Youth & Family Center (NAYA)
5135 NE Columbia Blvd., Portland OR 97218
503-288-8177
Enhances the diverse strengths of Native American youth and families in partnership with the community through cultural identity and education. Programs include: College and Career Services, Community Economic Development, Community Engagement, Critical Services, Early College Academy, Elder Services, Food Pantry and Clothing Closet, Foster Care Support, Housing, Homeownership, Parent Involvement, Youth and Education
Native American Rehabilitation Association (NARA)
Residential Treatment Center 17645 NW St Helens Hwy Scappoose, OR 97231
Tate Topo 1310 SW 17th Ave Portland, OR 97201
Outpatient Treatment Center 1631 SW Columbia St Portland, OR 97201
Indian Health Clinic15 N Morris St Portland, OR 97227
Wellness Center 12360 E Burnside Portland, OR 97233
Totem Lodge 1438 SE Division Portland, OR 97202
Dental Clinic 12750 SE Stark St. Building E Portland, OR 97233
Oyate Building 1776 SW Madison Portland, OR 97205
Residential Treatment Center Phone: 503-621-1069
Tate Topo Phone: 503-231-2641
Outpatient Treatment Center Phone: 503-231-2641
Indian Health Clinic Phone: 503-230-9875
Wellness Center Phone: 971-279-4800
Totem Lodge Phone: 503-548-0346
Dental Clinic Phone: 971-347-3009
Oyate Building Phone: 503-224-1044
Native American culture and spirituality informs our work and is offered to all of our clients. We base our work on the Medicine Wheel, integrating Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Sobriety, and Culture. Programs include: Adult, child and family mental health treatment, adult and youth addictions treatment (outpatient and inpatient), Integrated Health and Dental Clinics, Community and Culture, Youth Program, Veterans, Elders.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon Native American Program
4531 SE Belmont St., Suite 201
Portland, OR 97215 | (503) 223-9483
Protection of Tribal Sovereignty and Self-Governance; Protection of Treaty Rights and Natural Resources; Economic Development; Nonprofit Organizations; Cultural and Archaeological Resource Protection; Protection of Religious Freedom; Indian Child Welfare Act Compliance; Health Care
Russian Organizations and Resources
Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s Russian Oregon Social Services
7931 NE Halsey St., Suite 304, Portland, OR 97213
503-777-3437
Programs include: English (ESL) classes, citizenship preparation classes, community orientation, agency referrals, domestic violence services, mental health counseling, breast health education, dental care and pro-bono legal consultations.
Impact NW - Brentwood Darlington Center
7211 SE 62nd ave Portland, OR 97216
503-721-6777
Provides resources such as Parent-child classes for parents and children ages 0-5, community building services.
Lutheran Community Services NW
605 SE Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. Portland, OR 97214
503-231-7480
*Russian, and other Interpreters by request -- Citizenship Program, Crime Victim Service Center, Immigration Counseling and Advocacy Program, Multicultural Counseling Services, Refugee Resettlement Program – Oregon
*Slavic communities -- Promotes advocacy, leadership and cultural awareness of the communities of Eastern and Central- European origin.
Jewish Organizations and Resources
Jewish Family and Child Services
1221 SW Yamhill, Suite 301, Portland, OR 97205
503-226-7079 | OHP/Medicare, some Private, sliding scale and discount rates
*Russian language supported specifically for the Holocaust Survivor Program
Programs offered include Holocaust survivor services, individual, couple, family and group counseling, emergency assistance referrals, disability support services (Partners for Independence and TASK) and services for immigrants and refugees. All services offered without regard to age, race, religion, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation
Immigrant & Refugee Organizations and Resources
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
10301 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97220
(503) 234-1541 Written Translation Services: translation@ircoilb.org | 971.271.6481
Spoken Interpretation Services: interpretation@ircoilb.org | 971.271.6482
Legal Services IRCO Immigration Legal Services Team, ircoils@irco.org, 503-235-9396
Offers employment and training, programs for children, youth, family, and seniors, community development, legal services, language services (written, spoken interpretation) and community rentals.
709 NE 102nd Ave. Portland, OR 97220
503-802-0082
Offers culturally specific resources in: Early Childhood, Youth Mentoring, Academic Support, Gang Prevention & Intervention, Community Engagement & Leadership Development, Poverty Reduction, Housing & Utilities Resources, Health Outreach & Education, and Elders Citizenship & Support Services
African Youth Community Organization
1390 SE 122nd Ave UE, Portland, OR 97233
971-254-8916
AYCO works to empower immigrants and refugees from African and other diaspora countries. Specific services include athletics programs, mentorship, academic support, leadership training, free ESL classes, cultural bridge supports, and community healing workshops.
2740 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
503-231-4866
Supportive services to expecting mothers, such as baby and maternity supplies, and resource assistance in planning. Counseling, including relationship counseling and parenting education. Adoption services provided at no cost. Immigration Legal Services provided as well as the Project UNICA Program, a domestic violence support program. There is also a Housing Transitions Program and the Refugee Resettlement Program.
SOAR (Sponsors Organized to Assist Refugees)
7931 NE Halsey St, Suite 314, Portland, OR 97213
503-284-3002
Comprehensive and compassionate resettlement services, case management, advocacy, immigration and asylum counseling, legal services and volunteer recruitment to help refugees build new lives in community.
OHSU Intercultural Psychiatric Clinic, Portland
2214 Lloyd Center, Portland, OR 97232
503-494-4222
OHP for Multnomah County; Private or Self Pay. "Families Interpretation/Signing by Arrangement."
LGBTQIA+ Culturally Specific Organizations and Resources
Portland’s LGBTQIA-Friendly Organizations for People Experiencing Homelessnes
This map is a resource for folks seeking safe spaces to go for medical care, food, shelter, or information. The data for the map is based on subjective experiences gleaned from surveys in December 2014. The map’s creator, Erica Williams, is a transgender student at PCC pursuing a certificate in Geographic Information Systems.
704 Main St #304, Oregon City, OR 97045
Offers drop in Canby, Astoria, 503-901-5971
Services include drop in activities, events (such as GSA Summit in winter and Alternative Prom in spring), and support to schools (specifically regarding supporting and creating LGBTQ groups in schools). Open to youth aged 14-20 in Clackamas County.
1132 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Medical Clinic: 503-535-3860 | Young Adult Support: 503-535-3800
Services include primary medical care (gender affirming hormones and surgical and other medical referrals), information and referrals for food/housing/clothing, and identity-affirming community and activities for youth aged 16-24 who are eligible through Multnomah County Homeless Youth Continuum. *Languages supported: English & Spanish*
Canby, OR
503-887-4556 clackamascountypflag@gmail.com
PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies. It is a community to support queer folx and their families.
Portland, OR | 503-232-7676 info@pflagpdx.org
PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies. It is a community to support queer folx and their families.
2236 SE Belmont Portland OR 97214
503-445-7699
HIV and STI testing free for LGBTQ+ community. Pivot is a community space dedicated to the health and wellness of gay/bi/trans and all men into men with a focus on sexual health and HIV. They offer a variety of programming that is both social and educational in nature, a drop in space (coffee, free WiFi, watch a queer film on our big flat screen TV, meet someone new), as well as STD & HIV testing.
Quest Center For Integrative Health
Multnomah County: 2901 E. Burnside Portland, OR 97214
Clackamas County: 112 Beavercreek Rd. Oregon City, OR 97045
Multnomah County Phone: 503-238-5203 | Clackamas County Phone: 503-238-5203
Mental health services and LGBTQ health services offered at multiple locations.
4115 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97217
(503) 234-7837
Provides services and programs for LGBTQ+ people, including: Mental Health and Addiction Treatment: Young People Sexual Diversity Alcoholics Anonymous, LGBTQ Narcotics Anonymous, LGBTQ Bipolar and Depression Support Alliance: (Drop-in, peer-led support for people who identify as LGBTQ+ living with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, PTSD, or related illnesses), LGBTQ+ SMART Recovery, Transgender Support Groups, Queers Paths Refuge Recovery: An addiction recovery group based in Buddhist-oriented principles. Each meeting includes 20 minutes of meditation, followed by sharing.
SMYRC (Sexual and Gender Minority Youth Center):
1220 SW Columbia, Portland OR 97201
(503) 872-9664
Drop-In Day Services: Meals, showers, laundry, respite from the streets, engagement activities, and legal counsel; Individualized Wraparound Supports: alternative high school education; GED prep; college connection; Job Training and Employment: Mentored work experience at two Ben & Jerry’s PartnerShops, screen-printing business New Avenues INK, and apparel company dfrntpigeon; On-site, population-specific housing (LGBTQ youth, youth in foster care); Drug and alcohol recovery and mental-health supports; PDX-Connect Support for youth transitioning from foster care into adulthood
Sexual & Gender Minority Youth Resource Center (SMYRC) - Culturally specific support for LGBTQ youth and Bridge 13 community education, which helps create safer spaces for queer and trans* people of all ages
Youth Opportunity Center – East Multnomah County
Outreach to and wraparound supports for youth experiencing housing instability and homelessness; programming for LGBTQ youth, youth in foster care, and youth involved in sex trafficking.
Services include professional development, community centered training and education, facilitated support groups for adult family/allies and youth aged 4-18, free chest binders, voice coaching, and screened referrals to mental health and medical providers experienced in trans care.
877-330-8860
(Hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people)
1-866-488-7386
(Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth)
Bradley Angle LGBTQ Program: Tailored services to meet the unique needs of LGBTQ survivors.
5432 N. Albina Ave
Portland, OR 97217
503-232-1528
Services include: Individual Advocacy and one-on-one support for survivors currently leaving or who have experienced or are experiencing an abusive relationship. Safety Planning, Basic Needs Assistance (access to the basics such as food, clothing, toiletries, furniture, and a phone), LGBTQ Survivor Support Groups, Healthy Relationship Skills Classes.