After 22 years of being housing insecure, Elizabeth has the keys to her new place Breathlessly, Elizabeth Bodenstab shared her big news: she is on the cusp of becoming housed. She was careful with her words, almost believing that if she said them out loud ...
1 Jun 2022 - Jessica Hamilton
Robin is back in Portland selling the paper and hoping to make a difference Robin “Shaggy” Douglas has only been back in Portland for four weeks, but he’s already found community with Street Roots. “He’s added such a great, helpful presence to the office, ...
24 May 2022 - Robin Havenick
Sharon cherishes experiences and travel Mother, grandmother, Street Roots vendor, Portlander, volunteer, Oregon travel promoter – those are some of the many hats Sharon wears each day. And each is a meaningful part of her identity. “I love it here in Port ...
18 May 2022 - Jessica Hamilton
Daniel believes in radical acceptance and aims to be his best self Daniel Toole cultivates wisdom. He has been through a lot in the past few years and chooses to learn and grow from it. “What God’s put me through these past five years has been a training, ...
11 May 2022 - Emily Emanuel
Diamond aims to see every state in the country Diamond grew up in Reno, Nevada, although she has been coming and going from Portland for nearly 20 years. “Portland has Washington Park, and I genuinely love that park. I think that’s what keeps me coming ba ...
9 May 2022 - Kat Wasula
Dubbing herself the ‘Energizer Bunny,’ Mouse brings enthusiasm wherever she goes Street Roots vendor Caroll French, or “Mouse,” clad in a tie-dye t-shirt and rainbow shoes, describes herself as "the Energizer Bunny," and she’s not exaggerating. ...
4 May 2022 - Dylan Jefferies
Robert advises everyone to engage with others Street Roots vendor Robert Egan wants to bring sunshine into your life. A longtime vendor, Robert has sold the paper for over 15 years. Robert, who credits the paper with giving him stability for many years, h ...
27 Apr 2022 - Emily Emanuel
Josephine is focused on bringing her family together Longtime Street Roots vendor Josephine Allen embraces her new role as a proud grandmother and credits her family and faith for driving positive change in her life. Josephine recently returned from a bre ...
13 Apr 2022 - Jessica Hamilton
Gail enjoys making connections with her customers Gail Marcotte sparkles and shines. It’s her energy, her positive attitude, her playful spirit. Originally from Brooklyn, she has a charming accent and a conversational rhythm that pops with enthusiasm. She ...
10 Apr 2022 - Robin Havenick
Jason is focusing on finding things that bring him comfort and peace Jason Isbell recently submitted paperwork for a housing voucher program through Old Town Recovery Center. If accepted, he will begin receiving a monthly housing stipend, and he hopes to ...
7 Apr 2022 - Dylan Jefferies