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.