Looking for help with rent, clothing or fun in the Hillsboro or Beaverton areas? We received a request from a mother of three from the Beaverton and Hillsboro areas a few days ago… and this is what we’ve found.
Rent Assistance
Community Action
Washington County residents can receive help with emergency rent, heating and electricity costs. To receive help with rent, you’ll need to have an eviction notice. Please be aware that these funds are extremely limited and income restrictions apply.
While you’re checking out Community Action, be sure to check out their free weatherization services and energy assistance programs! These services can help you save money on your electric bill by improving energy efficiency. Click here to learn more about their helpful programs!
Community Connect
As a coordinator for over a dozen housing programs, Community Connect should be one of the first resources you call for help when you live in Hillsboro, Beaverton or other cities in Washington County. If you call (503) 640-3263, a helpful and caring coordinator will help you connect with the services that will best help you in your unique situation.
Department of Human Services
You can apply for TANF and other cash programs through DHS. These funds can be used for food, clothing, housing, utilities and more.
St. Vincent de Paul
Over 2,000 families per year receive assistance with food, furniture, utilities and rent through the Hillsboro St. Vincent de Paul. For assistance with rent, please visit the Parish Hall on the first working day of each month at 12:30pm. The Parish is located at 442 SE 3rd Ave in Hillsboro.
Clothing
Family Resource Center
Please visit the Hillsboro FRC for food boxes, clothes, family classes and other information and referrals. The FRC is located at 440 SE Oak Street in Hillsobor, behind the David Hill School. The entrance is on Walnut Street. It is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 1:30pm and 6:30pm.
Hillsboro Seventh Day Adventist Church
In addition to distributing food boxes on Thursday nights, the Seventh Day Adventist Church also operates a clothes closet. You can receive free clothing in any size at this location. The Church is located at 367 NE Grant St in Hillsboro. The food bank is available between 6:30pm and 8pm on most Thursdays.
Sunshine Pantry
Struggling individuals and families who reside in Oregon and southwest Washington can receive assistance from Sunshine Pantry. You may visit the Sunshine Pantry once per week (or more often if homeless).
In addition to food and gently used clothing, they also offer:
- Paper products
- Hygiene items
- Toiletries
- Household products
- Baby products
- Toys
- School supplies
- Seasonal items
The Sunshine Pantry is located at 10895 SW 5th St in Beaverton. It is open between 11am and 2pm on weekdays (Monday thru Friday) or by special request. You can contact the Pantry online here.
Recreation
Go to the library! In addition to offering free activities for kids and families, the Washington County Cooperative Library Services also offer a Cultural Pass to Adventure. The passes can be checked out for free but must be returned by midnight or a $10 per day late fee will apply. For details, please click here.
This pass provides free admission to certain venues, including:
- Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum
- Gilbert House Children’s Museum
- Lan Su Chinese Garden
- The ORegon Garden
- Pittock Mansion
- Portland Japanese Garden
- Rice NW Museum of Rocks and Minerals
- Washington County Museum
Check local calendars for free local events! In the Hillsboro and Beaverton areas, you can rely on event calendars provided by PDX Parent and Red Tricycle.
