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  Information on federally funded programs for single mothers in need including

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Federal Housing Programs for Single Mothers, Supplemental Assistance for Needy Persons (SNAP Benefits), and The National School Lunch Program.
Note: Federal, state and local agencies work together to help low-income single moms with ...

• Free Medical Care.
• Utility Bill Assistance for single moms.
• Grow Your Own Food.
• Unemployment Insurance.
• Prescription Help for single mothers.
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for single parents.

  Grants for Single Mothers in Oregon

Links with information on TANF, SNAP, Oregon Health Plan, WIC, employment related child care, Head Start, LIHEAP and popular grants for single mothers.

  Single Mother Guide Contact them through their website.

"This is where the state of Oregon steps in — providing a safety net to roughly 40% of poor single mother families in the Beaver State. Through different aid programs — whether food, medical care, or housing assistance, Oregon hopes to lift the financial burden off their shoulders."

  singlemothersgrants.org. Questions? Contact them through their website.

The largest directory of single mother grants that help with rent, utility bills, child care, education, medication, housing, medical bills, and mortgage, among others.   Grants published on their website are made available from a variety of sources -- state, federal, non profit organizations and educational institutions.   If you are looking for education grants, make sure that application is submitted before the deadline.

  SingleMom.com 846 Del Rey Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085  Contact through their website.

This is a link for single moms in Oregon. Dating and relationship advice, tips on how to live on a budget, how to eat and live healthy, valuable parenting advice, tips and resources on financial aid for education, scholarships, grants, loans, information on support with basic necessities, affordable housing, assistance and health care, child care, child support and legal information, and more.

  Rose Haven 627 NW 18th Avenue, Portland. 503-248-6364

A day shelter and community center serving women and children of all ages, regardless of need. We have an open door policy, and accept any woman in any condition who needs our help. Staff and volunteers form a compassionate and supportive team for women who are traumatized by homelessness, abuse, and other disruptive life challenges. Rose Haven is a safe, respectful environment where change begins. We address basic needs, and help women build confidence and sustainable lives for themselves.

  Fish Emergency Service 1335 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214   503-233-5533

May have small household goods, gently used clothing, personal care products, and even maternity or infant clothing. Some small or mid size furniture and appliances may be given out for free. Also get information and referral to other community resources, including state of Oregon and federal government resources.

  Medicare.gov Home Health Compare

Helpful resource for comparing home care operators in your area.

  Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)   Part of Medicare.gov

"With PACE, the focus is on you — you have a team of health care professionals working with you and your family to make sure you get the coordinated care you need. Your team is experienced in caring for people like you. Usually they care for a small number of people, so they really get to know you."

  Elderly Rental Assistance (ERA)

Assists very low-income seniors who are homeless or are unstably housed and at risk of becoming homeless.

  Native American Rights Fund 1506 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80302-6296   303-447-8760

Priorities: preserve tribal existence, protect tribal natural resources, promote Native American human rights, hold governments accountable to Native Americans, develop Indian law and educate the public about Indian rights, laws, and issues

  Partnership with Native Americans 16415 Addison Rd, Ste 200, Addison, TX 75001   800-416-8102

"Since 1990, PWNA has worked to help improve the quality of life for Native American Elders, families and children. Through our reservation partnerships and distribution network, we benefit 250,000 Native Americans each year. We serve Native Americans through eight programs."

  The American Indian Education Fund 16415 Addison Rd, Ste 200, Addison, TX 75001   800-416-8102

Offers scholarships, literacy programs, and school supplies to help end the cycle of poverty.

  Native American Rehabilitation Assn (NARA)   1776 SW Madison, Portland, OR 97205   503-224-1044

"The mission of NARA is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives and anyone in need."

  Iron Tribe Network 17763 SE 82nd Dr., Suite A, Gladstone, OR 97027   (503) 344-6710

"We focus on building community through programs and services for wellness and recovery including peer support, housing and family reunification for individuals and families overcoming pressures and barriers while in transition to leading a life that reflects their values."

  Veterans Benefits Administration  

Provides links to VA regional offices, an email address for contacting the regional office director and a listing of additional VA facilities located in each state

  Transition Projects   665 NW Hoyt Street, Portland, Oregon 97209   503-280-4700

"serves veterans and their families, who are experiencing homelessness or are in imminent danger of homelessness, with the goal of helping veterans find and keep safe, affordable, and permanent housing in the Portland metro area."

  U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services   1455 NW Overton Street, Suite 1, Portland, OR 97209

Apply for citizenship, petition for alien relative, extend your stay, renew your Green Card, apply for naturalization, etc.

  Catholic Charities   2740 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97202   503-231-4866

"At Catholic Charities of Oregon, we welcome all migrants and refugees as our brothers and sisters, providing resettlement and immigration legal services."

  PFLAG 1828 L St. NW Ste 660, Washington, DC 20036   202-467-8180

"With over 400 chapters and 200,000 members and supporters crossing multiple generations of families in major urban centers, small cities, and rural areas across America, PFLAG is committed to creating a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed."

  National Center for Transgender Equality 1133 19th St NW Ste 302, Washington D.C. 20036   202-642-4542

"Advocates to change policies and society to increase understanding and acceptance of transgender people. In the nation’s capital and throughout the country, NCTE works to replace disrespect, discrimination, and violence with empathy, opportunity, and justice."

  LGBT Aging Project 1340 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215   857-313-6590

The LGBT Aging Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender older adults have equal access to the life-prolonging benefits, protections, services and institutions that their heterosexual neighbors take for granted.

  Services & Advocacy for LGTB Elders (SAGE) 305 7th Ave, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10001   212-741-2247

SAGE is the country’s largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBT older people.

  GLBTQ Domestic Violence Project 1801 Nicollet Ave. S., Ste 102, Minneapolis, MN 55403   800-903-0111

"...provides free and confidential support and services for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer survivors of domestic and sexual violence."

  National Network for Youth

Links to topics like non-driver ID, state laws affecting unaccompanied youth, national support organizations, more.

  National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth

Links to scholarship funds and other resources.

  The National Center for Homeless Education

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act awareness materials and links to state and local services.

  State Laws to Support Youth Experiencing Homelessness

Regarding education rights, consent for housing and shelter services, and consent for routine medical care.

  Outside In   1132 SW 13th Avenue, Portland 503-535-3800

Provides homeless youth assistance with housing, education, employment, counseling, health care, healthy meals, recreation and art, safety off the streets.

  The Lewisburg Prison Project   115 Farley Circle Ste. 110, Lewisburg, PA 17837   570-523-1104

"We are a prisoners' rights organization assisting inmates with the conditions of their confinement since 1973."

  National Lawyers Guild   132 Nassau Street, RM 922, New York, NY 10038

Prison Law Project - Jailhouse Lawyers Handbook is a resource for prisoners who wish to file a Section 1983 lawsuit in federal court regarding poor conditions in prison and/or abuse by prison staff. It also contains limited information about legal research and the American legal system. The Handbook is downloadable and is available for free to anyone: prisoners, lawyers, families, friends, activists and others.

  National Innocence Project   40 Worth Street Ste 701, New York, NY 10013   212-364-5340

They do not accept petitions by email or phone. Mail your petition to the above address.

  Oregon Innocence Project   PO Box 5248, Portland, Oregon 97208   503-944-2270

Pro bono (free of charge) legal assistance to inmates in Oregon prisons who assert factual innocence and where there is the possibility of proving innocence. Fill out the form at the link provided and mail to the above address.

  National and Regional Employers.  This is a list I'm compiling. I'll keep adding to it as I learn more.

The list includes felon-friendly employers and staffing agencies. Exact hiring policies vary by firm, position and/or location.

  State by State Listing of Re-Entry Programs for Prisoners.

"The Lionheart Foundation is dedicated to providing social emotional learning programs to incarcerated adults, youth at risk and teen parents in order to significantly alter their life course."

  Jobs for Felons in Oregon   PO Box 5248, Portland, Oregon 97208

This is a reliable source of information on felon-friendly employers.

  SE Works   7916 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR 97206   503-972-3247

"Our objective is to to assist formerly incarcerated individuals gain and maintain long term employment utilizing a person first workforce development approach."