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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Name our new electric van! We received PGE’s Drive Change Fund award, made possible by the Oregon DEQ’s Clean Fuels Program, to fund a new van and charging station. Artist Wokeface is designing it. Submit your name idea for a chance to win a Blanchet House T-shirt at tinyurl.com/5x3tt5et

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Gordon collected blankets from his neighbors at Creekside Village for us to give to guests experiencing homelessness. Nights are getting cooler, and rain is on the way, so we're stocking up. Drop off gently used items M-Sa, 8-10:30am or 1:30-4pm. You can also shop our wishlist a.co/06wo6jux.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

At our women’s shelter, Darby Smith shows up for people going through some of the hardest moments of their lives. Her calm, kind demeanor feels like warm sunshine on a chilly day. Leading a shelter is taxing work, and we’re so grateful she keeps showing up for guests and coworkers.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

We’re hiring a Director of Programs to lead services across Blanchet House, Blanchet Farm, and Bethanie’s Room. This role oversees residential, meal, and shelter programs, supports staff, and ensures services are safe, effective, and rooted in dignity. BlanchetHouse.org/jobs.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Don is at the exit with 800 sack lunches available to anyone who would like one. Thank you to the incredibly generous people who make and donate lunches. They are so appreciated by our guests.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Yesterday, a mom with two kids came to Blanchet House for help. We don’t offer a bill-payment program, but our peer support staff listened and connected her to Rose Haven’s monthly financial clinic. So many people need just a little help, but they’re navigating a confusing and very limited system.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

At the end of the month, our line grows longer as money runs out. Our staff announces that we'll need to cut off the line. Guests who have already eaten step aside and wave others forward. People still show care for one another even though they are all struggling.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

These brand-new “old” shoes went from sitting in a warehouse to helping people in need. Thanks to supporter Bella for rescuing hundreds of pairs of shoes from going to a landfill. Our guests at Blanchet House and Bethanie’s Room are so grateful.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

16 of the men staying with us at Blanchet House in downtown Portland got haircuts thanks to the awesome volunteers from The Barbers.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

This morning, we were able to serve 393 pancake breakfasts that both human and four-legged guests enjoyed. Thank you to our donors and staff for making this special breakfast possible.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A guest who has been joining us for meals while staying at a nearby shelter asked our staff for a bus ticket to get to a job interview. This morning, they came back to breakfast with great news: they got the job. Your support makes this success possible. Thank you.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

On Monday, Blanchet House served 1,478 meals to people who waited in a long line for a simple plate of food. September is Hunger Action Month, and the need is impossible to ignore. People are losing SNAP benefits while food costs keep rising. We need your help. tinyurl.com/e9nufp2m

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We're hiring for a Facilities Manager. Starting Wage: $33.50 per hour; Full-time, non-exempt, overtime-eligible; On-site position; may require evening or weekend responsibilities. Apply at careers@blanchethouse.org. See the full job description at BlanchetHouse.org/jobs.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We usually welcome 2-3 cats and 2-4 dogs per night at our women’s shelter. Bethanie’s Room, is one of only a few places that allow pets to sleep with their human. It’s definitely extra work to keep supplies and litter available. You can help by donating at blanchethouse.org/portland-wom...

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Sack lunch giveaway from 11:30-12:30 today (Saturday) at Blanchet House. All are welcome! Stop in. No questions asked.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

A busy dinner! 455 plates served with the line picking up about halfway into the hour long service. There were fewer individual requests for peer support or material needs compared to lunch. Let’s hope everyone has a safe night. Thank you for your continued support and well-wishes.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Our women’s shelter needs your help. Bethanie’s Room is at capacity most nights, and more than 1,000 shelter beds are being lost as city and county-run shelters close. A $60 gift provides a woman with a night’s sleep, clothes, and support as she finds solutions. Please give at bit.ly/4c4bD3c

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Jon and Sean became friends after meeting at a Bible study for people in recovery. Recently, they sat with artist Eva Wrzesinski to have their portraits drawn for At Our Table, a project featuring 20 people who dine in the Blanchet House café. What’s something you wish people understood about you?

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Shoutout to the amazing volunteers from Fortis Construction for serving 460 plates! Fortis also generously sponsors our programs.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Levi handmade 42 leather belts for people experiencing homelessness. These incredibly useful gifts will be given out to Blanchet House guests. Levi thoughtfully made them in varying sizes. This began as an Eagle Scout project and he’s continued with the help of his father, Linden. Good luck at OSU!

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Alex and K.J. met over dinner at Blanchet House one year ago. This week, they sat for artist Eva Wrzesinski, who drew their portrait for At Our Table, a project funded by a Regional Art Council (RACC) grant. We asked what they were hoping for. Alex said, “Help with a permanent place to live."

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We had a successful graduation at Blanchet Farm! After regaining sobriety, Mitch reached another major milestone when he secured an apartment. Friends helped him move, with furniture from MacHub. You can support our farm, which is solely funded by donations, by giving at BlanchetHouse.org/donate.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

488 plates served at lunch and 387at breakfast today! It was bustling, with steady lines, and lots of requests for clothing, supplies, and support. Our staff and volunteers hustled to help everyone. A busy Labor Day and a reminder of how many people rely on Blanchet House.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

This week, the city updated us on plans to close a 200-bed shelter down the street from Bethanie’s Room. Our shelter is at capacity most nights, with limited options for guests to move into housing. As more shelter beds disappear, we’re left asking where will people go?

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

This week, the city updated us on plans to close a 200-bed shelter down the street from Bethanie’s Room. Our women’s shelter is at capacity most nights, with limited options for guests to move into longer-term housing. As more shelter beds disappear, we’re left asking where will people go?

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Our friend James was excited to receive a Blanchet House shirt. He's a daily breakfast guest who shared with our peer staff member, Duke, "The highlight of my day is saying hi to you every morning." We serve breakfast Mon-Sat from 6:30-7:30 a.m. Guests can expect donuts, oatmeal, an egg, and fruit.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Applications to become a Blanchet House Student Ambassador are due Sept. 18. This opportunity is open to high school juniors and seniors. Learn more at blanchethouse.org/student-ambassado….

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Do we really need to know why someone is hungry before we feed them? Of course, we want to know their story and understand how we might help. But no one should have to prove their need, share a diagnosis, or explain an addiction before they can eat. They are hungry. We have food. We serve them.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Breakfast and sack lunches are needed for women staying at our shelter, Bethanie's Room. Can you help? Homemade treats are always welcome! Drop-Off: 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 6-7 a.m. at 1015 NW 17th Ave. Sign up for food delivery bit.ly/4i5vG5M

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Our café hosts art-making days, where we provide art supplies to our diners and invite them to create. This year, several of our guests, like Cheryl, have artwork featured in Blanchet House's On the Ledge online art show. Today is the last day to shop the gallery at bhontheledge.com/2026.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

ONE DAY LEFT! Buy prints from more than 25 artists supporting Blanchet House. Xenia: Friendship by Portland illustrator Kevin McGovern is inspired by the belief that everyone deserves a safe place to rest at the end of a long journey. View the entire online gallery at bhontheledge.com/2026.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Our Hood to Coast relay team is running for Blanchet House and our guests! They are 91% to their fundraising goal. Cheer them on by donating at bit.ly/4y1JToV.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

What should we name our Hood to Coast team mascot? Runners take off from Mt. Hood’s Timberline Lodge Friday at 6 a.m. with heading to the Oregon coast. The team of 12 is running for Blanchet House’s guests. You can support the team by donating at bit.ly/4y1JToV

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Our Hood to Coast running team served 619 plates of spaghetti tonight. Cheer them by supporting their fundraiser at givebutter.com/hood-to-coast-2026-x…

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Match your donation! We would like to install two water bottle refill stations in our cafe. A generous donor will match every donation up to $10,000! Please help by donating at bit.ly/4xmhSZz.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

One Day, One Story: A 74-year-old man came to Blanchet House asking where to stay. He seemed to have cognitive challenges. Our team spent five hours helping him connect with a case manager. That’s where we left off. He was in good hands. It was a hopeful ending.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Shoutout to the Portland Pickles 🥒 food and bev manager, Bill, who donated a HUGE amount of goods like chips, pasta, chicken tenders, fries, hot dogs, gloves, plastic wrap and more. Go, team!

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Emmett, an Eagle Scout, is building a labyrinth at Blanchet Farm to be used as a meditative tool for the men staying there. He held a fundraiser for the materials and built the labyrinth over three days with help from Barb Beck, friends, family, and residents of the farm.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

A group of sewers turned salvaged fabric into handmade tote bags filled with hygiene essentials for staying at our women's shelter. Read how the Salvage Stitchers are using their creativity to care for our community. blanchethouse.org/portland-sewing-g…

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

A woman came to Blanchet struggling to get around because of an injury. We didn’t have a suitable walking aid, so we reached out to our friends at CHAT. They came through with a wheeled walker! CHAT is a program of Portland Fire & Rescue that responds to low-acuity medical needs.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

High school students can make a difference! Applications are now open for Blanchet House’s Student Ambassador Program. Apply by Sept. 18. blanchethouse.org/student-ambassado…

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Now seven years into recovery, Lucia is committed to helping others facing addiction and homelessness, including volunteering in our clothing closet. Through her business, Root to Bloom, she donates 10% of every sale to nonprofits. blanchethouse.org/why-sponsor-a-hoo…

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Team Blanchet is hitting the road for Hood to Coast this year! Our new Executive Director, Steve Cook, shares why we’re taking on the nearly 200-mile relay and what it means for our community in his latest blog post. blanchethouse.org/running-hood-to-c…

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

“Know what it means to LIVE... Not just be ALIVE...” is a painting by our meal guest Cheryl. Eliza loved the piece so much that she bought the original, which is featured in our On the Ledge Art Show. Throughout August, you can shop artwork. Proceeds support Blanchet House. BHOntheLedge.com

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Welcome, Nicole Diaz. She brings more than 10 years of experience and a passion for building relationships to her new role as the Shelter Operations Manager at Bethanie’s Room. “I'm here to help,” she shared. “That's all I'm trying to do, because I feel like we don't have enough love.”

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

These cuties spent summer vacation making hygiene care kits for people experiencing homelessness in Portland. Blanchet House staff will hand them out to our guests.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The Portland Hostel is collecting refundable cans and bottles for Blanchet House this month using coded Oregon BottleDrop Blue Bags! Did you know that they also have a delicious full-menu cafe? Yum. Stop by the hostel for lunch or pick up a blue bag from Blanchet House to collect your own cans.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Is every meal going to be Instagram-worthy? Nope. But it is FREE, nutritious, prepared with love, and served with dignity. THANK YOU to everyone who makes our cafe possible.

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Our friend Mariah, aka Jordan, has artwork featured in Blanchet House’s On the Ledge online art show! The original has sold, but you can purchase a greeting card featuring the piece. Every purchase supports Blanchet House, our cafe, and women’s shelter. Link in bio or BHontheledge.com/2026

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Blanchet House & Farm @blanchethouse.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

20 pizzas delivered to us for pizza night! Thank you to our new donor. We also collected slices from local pizzerias. 425 plates served. No time for seconds.

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