Lift Urban Portland's Monthly eNewsletter Dear Neighbor,As we look back on 2017, we are grateful to be a part of such a wonderful and generous community. Because of your support, we have been able to grow our programs and increase the amount of people we serve. Our pantry served 1,000 more neighbors than it did last year! From everyone at Lift Urban Portland, we wish you a happy and healthy new year! Sincerely, Executive Director Kat's Story of Gratitude “After everything I’ve been through, I choose to look at all the little miracles. I wake up, I am grateful for the rain, for my family, and for the food I have.” Seven years ago, Kat lost her foot, her husband, and her sense of stability. While in the hospital to have her foot surgically removed, her husband died of a heart attack. By the time she returned to their home, she was disabled, heartbroken, and feeling suicidal. Living on $210 a month, her Delivered Food Box is critical. It's vegetables to combat pre-diabetes. It’s friendly, caring volunteers who brighten her day. It’s an opportunity to help others in need. “When I cook, I make sure my neighbors are fed.” Help keep neighbors, like Kat, fed. Santa Visits Harvest ShareMeet our Newest Team Member, Madi"Lift UP's unique approach to fighting hunger through partnerships with low-income buildings is vital to maintaining health and housing for our most vulnerable neighbors " Our new Community Outreach Manager, Madi, isn't new to food access work. She spent the previous year running a food pantry and SUN site at Centennial High School, after years working with the Portland Farmers Market and Zenger Farm. She graduated from the University of Washington with a Double Major in Anthropology and Human Rights, with an emphasis on Food Systems and Policy. When not at work, you'll find Madi at the farmers market or escaping to the coast. We are excited to have Madi on board! In Need of Food Box Delivery Drivers!“Delivering Food Boxes to someone who is home-bound is personal. I get to bring a smile and fresh food to their door. I can see it lift their spirit. It certainly lifts mine!” Deliver Food Boxes using Lift UP van or personal vehicle to locations in NW and Downtown Portland. Tue, Wed, or Fri. Interested? Contact Andrea: |