Dear Neighbor,

One of the great things about the Adopt a Building program is the opportunity to connect neighbors in the community with each other. The team at Lease Crutcher Lewis was eager to provide services to a low-income apartment building in their community and Fairfield Apartments is a short two block walk from the LCL office. The LCL volunteer team completed their first delivery at Fairfield last week, beginning a lasting relationship with residents and providing support to their neighbors in need.

The Adopt a Building program is not only about providing food, but also reassurance that we are all part of the same community and we take care of each other.

With gratitude,

Executive Director

Lift Urban Portland Food Drives!

‘Tis the giving season and hosting a Food Drive is a great way to contribute and support the community. We have quite a few in progress right now. Shout-outs to the businesses and organizations collecting food for our neighbors!

Cathedral School
Coldwell Banker
Forest Park Conservancy
HomeStreet Bank
Honeyman Hardware Lofts
Konica Minolta
NW Pump and Equipment
SELCO Community Credit Union
Skylab Architecture
WebMD Health Services

We are always in need of food items that are difficult to keep stocked in Preston’s Pantry and our warehouse.

   - Low sodium foods (under 140 mg)
   - Low or no sugar added foods
   - Pantry staples (rice, grains, beans)
   - Canned tuna
   - Nut butters
   - Condiments, seasonings, and baking supplies

Interested in hosting a Food Drive for Lift Urban Portland?
Call 503-221-1224 or click here to learn more.

Preston's Pantry Thanksgiving Hours

Lift UP Program Manager Andrea Celeste Macias and Preston's Pantry volunteers

Just a friendly reminder Preston's Pantry will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.

We will be open regular hours the rest of the week:
Tuesday November 21 - 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Wednesday November 22 - closed
​Friday November 23 - 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Community Christmas Dinner

Nikki Director, Santa, and Lift UP
Executive Director Erin Goldwater

Congregation Beth Israel is hosting the annual Community Christmas Dinner on December 25 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, located in Goodman Hall in the Schnitzer Community Center. A warm meal will be provided along with hats, scarves, and other goodies. We are currently collecting donations of new hats and scarves. If you like to knit, this is a great opportunity to try out some new techniques for a great cause. Handmade items are very much appreciated!

More information can be found here.