Operation Nightwatch Portland

10/20/2026

Tickets are on sale now for our Nightfest Fundraiser dinner November 10, featuring Portland guitar master Dr G and magic moments from The Portland Society of Magicians. Ticket link below

09/30/2026

Save the date for 2026 Nightfest fundraiser on November 10, featuring live music, entertainment, dinner, and raffle prizes. Ticket link in comments

08/19/2026

Longtime guest Connie talks about her experience at Nightwatch.

07/31/2026

07/31/2026

Why we do what we do

07/30/2026

This summer, thanks to our incredible supporters, Operation Nightwatch completed critical building improvements that will serve our guests for years to come. ❤️

But we've also experienced one of the biggest challenges in our 45-year history—a major loss of operating funding due to Multnomah County budget cuts.

Your support can help keep our doors open, meals served, and hope alive for Portland neighbors experiencing homelessness and extreme poverty.

Every gift makes a difference. Please consider donating today. Together, we can continue offering dignity, compassion, and community to those who need it most.

💙 Donate today through the link in the comments

07/15/2026

We are excited and grateful that local Starbucks employees nominated Operation Nightwatch to receive a grant from The Starbucks Foundation!

06/19/2026

Today we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the resilience, contributions, and achievements of Black Americans.
As we reflect on our nation's history, we also recognize the ongoing work of building communities rooted in equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. We join in honoring freedom, justice, and the continued pursuit of a more inclusive future.

06/15/2026

Cooling center info for Multnomah County

📣 SHARE: In addition to dozens of libraries, misting stations, community centers and other cool spaces already open in Multnomah County, two cooling centers will open from noon to 9 PM today, Monday, June 15:

📍Multnomah County East Building, 600 NE 8th St, Gresham, operated by Cultivate Initiatives

📍Bud Clark Commons, 650 NW Irving St., Portland, operated by Transition Projects

The cooling centers opening today will provide food and water. Pets are welcome.

TriMet will not turn away anyone who is traveling to and from a cooling center who is unable to pay fare between 11 AM and 10 PM today (Monday, June 15). Please tell your bus operator that you're heading to or from a cooling center.

Four Multnomah County Libraries will stay open until 8 PM tonight, Monday, June 15 — two hours longer than their usual schedule:

✅ Albina Library, 205 NE Russell St, Portland
✅ Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland
✅ East County Library, 475 NW Division St, Gresham
✅ Midland Library, 805 SE 122nd Ave, Portland

--Resources to stay cool and connected--

🗺️ Interactive Cooling Map (libraries, pools, splash pads, community centers and more) 🔗 link.multco.us/interactive-map-cool-spaces

🍽️ Meals on Wheels People Dining Centers 🔗 mowp.org/what-we-do/dining-centers Always check hours/locations before you go.

📞 Aging, Disability and Resource Connection (ADRC) Helpline (local senior center info & other resources): 503-988-3646

06/01/2026

Operation Nightwatch volunteer Cindy Brown has written a new novel that highlights the massive social issue of houselessness and that will appeal to those who enjoy twisty mysteries combined with feel-good stories that deliver a strong social message. She has graciously donated some of her sales proceeds to our organization. Thank you, Cindy for your volunteer work and your financial support!