Stories from the Street: NWCC Connects Pearl Neighbors to Shelter and Support

In the heart of a rainy Portland day, NWCC outreach helps connect Pearl District neighbors to shelter and support.

During a recent NWCC outreach visit, Humanitarian Team member Terrance connected with Tom, a 60-year-old neighbor living in a carefully constructed tent near the freeway. His shelter—secured with a blue tarp and a wheelchair chained outside—was a symbol of both hardship and resilience.