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Over 180 active vendors buy and resell Street Roots weekly in the Portland metropolitan area. They buy each newspaper for a quarter that they in turn sell for a dollar. Each edition of Street Roots highlights a vendor who sells the newspaper. 

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Photo of vendor Daniel Cox next to a quote by him that reads, "I found housing almost immediately after I started selling papers. Not because I was great at selling the papers, but because of the connections I made while I was at work.”

Street Roots vendor profile | Making meaningful connections

Daniel uses poetry and comedy to express himself
By
Kat Wasula
January 12, 2022
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Art Garcia holds his chihuahua Migo as they pose for a photo. Migo is wearing a sweater and Art wears a fedora. sunglasses, a striped shirt and black jacket.

In loving memory of Art Garcia (1948 - 2021)

Art was a Street Roots vendor, columnist, mentor, program manager and years-long supporter. His impact and legacy are felt throughout Street Roots.
By
Joanne Zuhl
January 12, 2022
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A photo of Street Roots vendor Marcus Ruby with a quote that reads, "“It is a great program; it has helped me move further along in my life.”

Street Roots vendor profile | Housing brings stability

Recently housed, Marcus continues to work toward his goals
By
Kat Wasula
December 29, 2021
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Photo of Street Roots vendor Bruce Wilson with a quote from him that reads, “Street Roots gives people the opportunity to do something productive for the community, to give back and get something in return.”

Street Roots vendor profile | Kind words and a smile go a long way

Bruce gets joy from making others laugh and smile
By
Robin Havenick
December 22, 2021
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photo of Street Roots vendor Mari Louden with a quote next to her that reads, "The people at Street Roots have helped me to keep going in life.”

Street Roots vendor profile | Reinventing herself and helping others

Mari has a story to tell and hopes it inspires others
By
Robin Havenick
December 15, 2021
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photo of vendor Zale L. next to a quote from him that says, "“Portland has my heart. It’s the people and attitudes of Portland. I love it here.”

Street Roots vendor profile | Connecting with customers and community

A fairly new vendor, Zale enjoys selling Street Roots and contributes poetry to the paper
By
Jessica Hamilton
December 8, 2021
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Photo of vendor Tamara Knapper next to a quote by her that reads, "always look for resources because there is help out there."

Street Roots vendor profile | Searching for resources and restoring your life

Tamara encourages others to look for resources and keep their heads up
By
Dylan Jefferies
December 1, 2021
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Photo of Street Roots vendor Dorothy with a scarf on and a quote that reads, "Thank you Street Roots, for starting this new chapter in my life."

Street Roots vendor profile | Accomplishing goals and looking ahead

Recently housed and attending college classes, Dorothy is embracing a new chapter in her life
By
Kat Wasula
November 24, 2021
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Photo of Street Roots vendor Gary Serventi with a quote next to him that says, "But I can’t stay closed in. Street Roots gives me the opportunity to get out and meet people and be productive.”

Street Roots vendor profile | Engaging with empathy

As a vendor and ambassador Gary found his sense of purpose
By
Jessica Hamilton
November 17, 2021
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Photo of street roots vendor Kerry Anderson next to a quote that reads, "It's a source of income, sure. But more importantly it's a meeting place. I have a lot of good friends here."

Street Roots vendor profile | Drawn to Street Roots through poetry

Back from Central Oregon, Kerry is writing poetry and selling papers
By
Robin Havenick
November 10, 2021

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