Tamara encourages others to look for resources and keep their heads up Tamara Knapper is well-known around Portland and Street Roots for her kindness and friendly disposition. She grew up in Portland, right off of Northeast Broadway Street near the Lloyd ...
1 Dec 2021 - Dylan Jefferies
Persistent and energetic Michael switches it up when selling papers When Michael Whetstone arrived in Portland some four months ago, he noticed a man selling newspapers in North Portland outside a grocery store. Michael needed money at the time, and the s ...
6 Oct 2021 - Dylan Jefferies
Joe is grateful for his customers and his regulars Joe V. puts a lot of effort into his table setup at his post outside of Safeway on Northwest Lovejoy Street and 13th Avenue. He places two solid wood TV dinner stands adjacent to each other. On one table, ...
4 Aug 2021 - Dylan Jefferies
Doug and River are moving on to Greater Good Northwest, where they will continue the work they’re passionate about Street Roots ambassadors Doug Marks and River Reese are familiar faces around the Street Roots office, both known for their warm energy and ...
14 Jul 2021 - Dylan Jefferies
Mykel, who has been selling Street Roots for five years, has experienced a spiritual shift Mykel Garner recently started meditating to help with his depression. His dog, Petey, who’s been with him for two years, has been helping, too. “(Petey’s) been my G ...
2 Jun 2021 - Dylan Jefferies