Home Forward’s new apartment community in NE PDX, chaku kumtuks haws, is still accepting applications! The new apartment community is built for people balancing work, school* and life. Apartments include studios up to 3-bedrooms. Rents are typically lower than other housing. 1/3

Indigenous Peoples’ Month is an opportunity to celebrate the invaluable contributions of Indigenous peoples. Their knowledge and leadership have shaped everything from environmentalism and medicine to community building, education, and the very land we live on. (1/4)

WAITLIST LOTTERY RESULTS ANNOUNCED: Home Forward is now contacting people who applied for the Housing Choice Voucher waitlist and/or a Property-based waitlist. The notice will say if your household was randomly selected for one or more waitlists. How we're contacting you: (1/2)

Thank you to Portland General Electric for collaborating with Home Forward's Community Services Team to host a launch event last week to celebrate the newly installed EV chargers at New Columbia and Tamarack Apartments! (1/3)

If you are a resident or participant of Home Forward, we invite you to apply to the Board of Commissioners. The Board of Commissioners is an opportunity to provide input and approval of strategic decisions that impact the overall direction and governance of Home Forward.

Earlier this month, we had the honor of connecting with @councilortkl.bsky.social at New Columbia and Tamarack Apartments alongside Urban Forestry. Outdoor spaces and communities filled with lush greenery play an essential role in creating healthy neighborhoods. (1/2)

How does Home Forward support residents in being prepared for emergencies? As the largest provider of affordable housing in the state, Home Forward has extensive knowledge and in-house expertise in responding to emergencies, along with dozens of policies and procedures. (1/4)

Being a good neighbor is at the core of creating safe and livable communities. A great neighbor can be many things, and at Home Forward, it means creating a number of offerings to ensure our residents can build community: (1/3)

We are so thrilled to have our CEO representing Home Forward residents, Oregonians, and millions of residents across the country! Her new role as NAHRO Board of Governors SVP gives Oregon a seat at the national table, which is so necessary at this time. Congrats, Ivory!

🏆 Celebrating Leadership and Excellence in Affordable Housing 🏆 Our CEO Ivory Mathews was sworn in as Senior Vice President of NAHRO’s Board of Governors—the national organization representing 26,000+ affordable housing professionals serving 8 million families across the U.S. 1/3

Waitlist Update: Home Forward is pleased to share that we will begin emailing and mailing notices (via the U.S. Postal Service) to every household that applied for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) and/or a Property-based waitlist toward the end of October. 1/5

What does National Recovery Month mean to you? National Recovery Month is an opportunity to strengthen Home Forward’s commitment to supporting recovery and well-being. We provide ongoing substance use disorders training and education to our staff through our partnership with (1/5)

Grab the September edition of The Portland Observer because our brand new T. Joyce Phillips (formerly Dekum Court) affordable housing community is on the front page! Thank you, The Portland Observer, for taking the time to feature this community reinvestment effort that will serve 187 families...1/2

📢 Sneak peek! Today, Home Forward, Metro, OHCS, the City Of Portland, HUD and friends/family of “Ms. Joyce” celebrated the grand (re)opening of T. Joyce Phillips (formerly Dekum Court). Ms. Joyce was a long-time Albina Head Start educator at Dekum Court. Her daughter, Teresa:

⏰Deadline Alert: Final Day to Submit Comments is August 31! If you haven’t shared your thoughts yet now’s the time to make your voice heard. Home Forward's 2026 Moving to Work Plan is now available for public comment & your feedback is critical to ensuring the Plan meets the needs of the community

🎉 Yesterday we celebrated the grand opening of the chaku kumtuks haws apartments in Northeast Portland! This project was made possible through an innovative partnership between Home Forward, Portland Community College, and the Native American Youth and Family Center.

As New Columbia turns 20, we’re celebrating not just the spaces we share, but the resources that help residents thrive, like the New Columbia Learning Center. www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEL9...

As we continue celebrating 20 years of New Columbia, we're highlighting the spaces that bring the community together. Bless Soccer Field is more than just a place to play. Located in the heart of the neighborhood, the field was built in 2001 and serves nearly 1,200 kids from 22 different countries,

Columbia Villa, now known as New Columbia, has a long history in Portland, originally established in 1942 as housing for World War II workers and later converted into low-income housing.

🎉 Congrats to the newest K-Ching graduates! 🎉 For decades the K-Ching Program offered young people in New Columbia meaningful summer work experience & this year was no different! In late July, the latest group of participants completed the program, taking with them valuable skills & new friendships

📢 We want to hear from you! Home Forward is shaping the future of housing through the 2026 Moving to Work (MTW) Plan, and your voice matters. Follow the link to view the 2026 MTW plan and submit your comments by August 31.

Home Forward works to ensure everyone can thrive in our communities. That includes creating built spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and designed to meet the diverse needs of all residents. Join us in celebrating Disability Pride Month and support a better future for everybody and every body.

Great story from KGW on why Portland Housing Bureau, @oregonmetro.gov and Home Forward's efforts to convert market-rate apartments, like Home Forward's Goose Hollow Lofts, to affordable housing is a win for our community. www.kgw.com/article/news...

Let’s honor the four recipients of the 2025 Steve Rudman Scholarship: Makayla Carney, Sidi Gedi, Omari Ladd, and Eleem Reta! These outstanding individuals were recognized for their dedication to giving back to their communities and advancing their education.

Congratulations to Nicole Clark and Eva Maria Vega, both proud graduates of the GOALS program! The GOALS program empowers individuals to achieve their dreams, whether that’s saving for school, paying down debt, securing a new job, buying a home, or starting a business.

Stay Safe During Summer Heat & Power Outages Portland summers are getting hotter, and heat waves can strain the power grid, sometimes causing outages. Stay prepared to stay safe.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Shannon Olive, a passionate advocate, community leader, and member of Home Forward’s Board of Commissioners. Please join us in honoring Shannon’s legacy. www.homeforward.org/in-memoriam-...

The Daily Journal of Commerce recently recognized Colas Construction for their outstanding work on the Hazel Ying Lee Apartments, developed in partnership with Home Forward, as part of its celebration of the best construction projects in the Pacific Northwest.

☀️🛝🏊 Summer is a great time for families to access Portland Parks and Recreation (PP&R) centers. Access to community centers helps residents find resources and services available at low or no cost. Home Forward works with PP&R to ensure that its residents are connected to these services.

Home Forward recently celebrated the grand opening of Tistilal Village, a Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) redevelopment that includes 58 affordable housing units. Originally built in the 1970s, the apartment community was redeveloped to meet modern affordable housing standards.

1/2 Pride is a time to uplift the powerful impact of the LGBTQ+ community and to recognize the continued barriers to housing, safety, and a sense of belonging. Just one example: At The Kathleen Saadat Apartments, located at the corner of SW Harvey Milk Street and SW 11th Ave.

Home Forward is lucky to have a committed Board of Commissioners to provide strategic guidance and oversight. Today, we're highlighting our two newest commissioners, Breann Preston and Shannon Olive!

Home Forward announced today with @portlandgov.bsky.social's Portland Housing Bureau and @oregonmetro.gov that we are converting Goose Hollow Lofts, which were previously market-rate apartments, into affordable housing! Read more about the acquisition here: www.homeforward.org/home-forward...

Applications are open! Submit your application before June 6 at 4pm to Home Forward’s newest apartment community on NE Killingworth and 42nd Ave. This community is open to anyone who meets income and eligibility criteria. What You’ll Find at PCC Killingsworth:

Home Forward wants to make sure that families impacted by foster care have access to affordable housing. That’s why we’ve teamed up with partners across the country to provide resources to families, including Housing Choice Vouchers (HCVs).

Incredible opportunity!

Hazel Ying Lee Apartments is leasing affordable studio apartments and offering 6 weeks FREE rent for new tenants! 📍 3000 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97202 🏠 Rent is $950/month

Home Forward’s newest apartment community, developed with NAYA on land donated by PCC, is opening on NE Killingsworth and 42nd! Mark your calendar! THE WAITLIST OPENS June 2-6. It’s first come, first served, so save the date! Learn more homeforward.org/pcckillingsworth

Home Forward provides more than just housing to make sure residents thrive. From mental health support to essential services, our Resident Services Coordinators are here to connect every resident with the resources they need to feel safe, stable, and supported.

Home Forward is again providing high-quality AC units at no cost to residents of Home Forward and Housing Choice Voucher participants. How you request one depends on where you live: If you live in the CITY OF PORTLAND: Call 3-1-1 to apply by phone, or

Home Forward’s Jimmy Rattanasouk joined Our Just Future, APANO, Metro, the City of Portland, OHCS and dozens other funders and partners today to celebrate the Legion Commons groundbreaking! The space honors this AAPI cultural hub + our commitment to community-focused housing.

Affordable Housing with 6 Weeks FREE Rent for qualifying new tenants! Hazel Ying Lee Apartments is leasing studio apartments and offering 6 weeks FREE rent for new tenants! 📍 3000 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97202 🏠 Rent is $950/month

If your application for rent assistance or housing is selected from the waitlist and you complete the process, Home Forward is required to share some of your information with the federal government. Check out this graphic to see what information is shared and with which departments.

We are grateful to the many partners who helped spread the word about this important opportunity. While we know there are not enough resources, we will continue to advocate for what our county needs—always. These programs strengthen families and support people in staying housed. #HousingJustice

TODAY, April 21, is the last day to apply for Home Forward's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist and 13 Home Forward apartment community waitlists. You must submit your application no later than 11:59 p.m. today. Don't wait until the last minute! Apply at homeforward.org/waitlists.

Home Forward is accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher waitlist and 13 Home Forward apartment communities until 4/21 at 11:59 p.m. (PT). Anyone can apply, but eligibility is checked if selected for a waitlist. Learn more at www.homeforward.org/waitlists.

📣 Did you know the Home Forward waitlist application is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese and Somali? Please spread the word with these messages below! (1/5)

There’s one more application assistance event at Midland Library today from 1-3pm!

Waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher program and 13 Home Forward apartment communities are open until April 21 at 11:59 p.m. But which program is right for you? Here's a quick guide. Apply today! Go to homeforward.org/waitlists to learn more.

📣 NOW OPEN! Applications for Home Forward's waitlists are open! Apply before April 21 at 11:59 p.m. to have your name entered into a lottery for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist and waitlists for 13 Home Forward apartment communities. Learn more: homeforward.org/waitlists