Twenty-five years ago, a seed was planted that has blossomed into one of the most important resources for thousands of our vulnerable neighbors in Portland. In 1997, Sr. Cathie Boerboom and her team spent months surveying women experiencing homelessness, hearing from them what they wanted and needed most. To their surprise, the resounding answers were relational rather than material. While void of so much, these women craved love, trust, and safety above all else. Their collective voice became the foundation for Rose Haven, and it continues to define our work today.
Rose Haven was the first of its kind 25 years ago, as the only agency serving women and children during the daytime hours. Today we remain the sole agency in Portland serving this population, addressing their need for safety, resources, and community connection.
The demand for our services has grown exponentially year after year. As our agency celebrates its silver anniversary, we hold everlasting gratitude for our founders, who could not have realized how significant Rose Haven would be in 2022. We are committed to continuing their legacy based on their original values, with Compassion, Individual Worth, Reconciliation, and Love in Action at the heart of our work.
Rose Haven is the only day shelter and community center specifically serving women, children, and gender-diverse people in Portland. As night shelters are at capacity, our low-barrier drop-in model bridges the gaps in services. For many, we are the first step in asking for help and starting to heal. More about current services here.
Guest Service Hours
See our guest calendar for all services, activities, and events.
Donation Drop Off Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 1 – 4pm
DONATE AND SUPPORT OUR WORK
OPB Journalist Alex Zielinski writes about Portland’s daytime…
OPB Journalist Alex Zielinski writes about Portland’s daytime…
Endorse the Nonprofit Modernization Act – SB 606
With less than…
CHOCOLAT-E is supporting Rose Haven this Mother’s…
“Home for the Haven” is a $3 million campaign centered around our new facility, enabling Rose Haven to build its dream home, bring guests back indoors, reestablish programs, and increase capacity to welcome and serve more community members.
Are you a social service provider or mutual aid organization serving the Oregon community? We’d love to partner with you! Join us for our Community Partner Open House on Thursday, June 8th at 5:30-7pm to learn more and raise a glass with us!
Please join us in our new home for the haven to share a beverage, snack and connect with other social service providers.
It takes a village to care for our most vulnerable community members and we’re more impactful when we work together.
Come for a visit and say hi to Rose Haven’s advocacy and mental health support teams!
Join us at McMenamins Rams Head for Friends & Family Night on Tuesday, July 18th from 5pm-10pm. Half of all sales will benefit Rose Haven! Come enjoy a beer and burger while supporting a great cause!
Rose Haven has many events, programs, and other opportunities throughout the year for both the general public and guests. We invite you to join our mailing list. Simply complete the aside form.
Naturally, Rose Haven does not share form or other similar information with any outside sources. For more information regarding privacy, please visit Rose Haven’s Privacy Policy page.
Get our latest news, events and other updates!