How families are offering hope for houseless students By Silvia Smart On Aug. 1, 2025, my husband Jeff and I welcomed high school student Ariella into our home through Ecumenical … Continue reading Opening Homes and Hearts
Second Home Garden Party
Join us for a Second Home Garden Party on Thursday, June 25, 5 to 6:30 p.m., at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in West Linn! Mix and mingle with Second Home staff, … Continue reading Second Home Garden Party
A Chance to Thrive
Growing up, my life didn’t follow the path many would consider typical. My mother struggled with addiction, so my grandmother stepped in to raise me. Despite her best efforts, there … Continue reading A Chance to Thrive
Rooted in Community: A fundraiser for Second Home
Join us for a fun-filled evening celebrating Second Home! This event is family-friendly in every way and will include dinner, an ice cream truck, yard games and raffle for one … Continue reading Rooted in Community: A fundraiser for Second Home
Second Home Celebration
There’s no place like Second Home! Join us in a fun-filled fundraising celebration for Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s Second Home, a community-wide commitment to provide safe and stable homes for … Continue reading Second Home Celebration
Second Home Breakfast
No cost to attend; donations will be gratefully accepted. All contributions go towards sustaining the Gresham-Barlow Second Home program. If you can’t attend, please consider making a secure online donation … Continue reading Second Home Breakfast
Coming Home: Second Home Celebration Gala
What does “home” mean to you? Join us in a fun-filled, informal, pizza- and love-fueled fundraising celebration for Beaverton Second Home, a community-wide commitment to provide safe and stable homes … Continue reading Coming Home: Second Home Celebration Gala