Brendan Jamieson Joins the NWCC Outreach Team Serving Portland's Pearl District
A trusted new face focused on NWCC’s Humanitarian efforts.
The Northwest Community Conservancy (NWCC) is proud to welcome Brendan Jamieson to its growing Outreach Team. Over the past month, Brendan has been on the streets of Portland's Pearl District, with a focus on weekend mornings and evenings—the hours when community needs often peak and resources are hardest to find.
How the City of Portland Camera Registry Helped Resolve a Recent Pearl District Incident
Learn how the City of Portland Camera Registry helped resolve a recent incident near the Pearl District Safeway. Learn how to register your security camera and how it can help keep our neighborhood safe.
Be Aware: Exterior Outlets Can Attract Unintended Use
To help prevent unauthorized trespassing and loitering, property owners are encouraged to secure exterior electrical outlets by installing locking covers or turning off power when not in use. For more information or specific property safety recommendations, please contact Chase at chase@nwccpdx.org.
Stories from the Streets: Helping Lucas Find His Way Home
A Simple Connection That Changed Everything
NWCC Humanitarian team member Terrance met Lucas, 33, from Marion, North Carolina, during his outreach in downtown Portland. Lucas shared that he’d been stuck in Portland for the past four months, unsure how to find his way home.
Stories from the Street: A Ride Toward Safety
With support from NWCC’s Terrance and Radio Cab, Jesse and Caitlin find shelter together.
On a warm Portland day, NWCC’s outreach made a powerful difference for Jesse and Caitlin.
Terrance, of NWCC’s Humanitarian Team, met the couple during a street outreach visit, offering water, clean clothing, and—most importantly—a pathway to shelter.
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.
Empowering Safer Streets: Inside the Community Safety Training with PPB
Crisis response, de-escalation, and community readiness come together in new quarterly trainings.
NWCC’s Executive Director, Chase McPherson, and Terrance Dodson of the Humanitarian Team attended a Community Safety Training session hosted by the Portland Police Bureau’s Behavioral Health Unit. This valuable session covered essential topics, including crisis intervention strategies, situational awareness, de-escalation principles, and how to effectively interact with emergency services.
Gratitude in Action
Gratitude in Action
A message from our Executive Director, Chase McPherson
Northwest Community Conservancy (NWCC) Announces Chase McPherson as New Executive Director
The Northwest Community Conservancy (NWCC) is thrilled to announce Chase McPherson's appointment as its first Executive Director, effective September 1, 2024.