For more than 42 years William Temple House has served Portland’s working poor families and individuals and today offers people in need a hand up by providing mental health counseling, emergency social services, and pastoral care. William Temple House is dedicated to restoring hope and renewing strength in individuals and families in a welcoming and respectful atmosphere.

Your donations of nonperishable food
needed to combat shortages of staples

Food shortages have hit William Temple House just as they are hitting agencies across the country that distribute food to those in need.

Your donation of nonperishable food will replenish our
low supply of staples such as rice.

Our shelves are especially low on staples such as:

• Rice
• Beans
• Pasta
• Canned stew, chili and soups
• Canned fruit
• Peanut butter
• Juice
• Nuts

Donations may be dropped off at William Temple House in northwest Portland Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 8 pm and Friday from 9 am to noon. A donation receipt will be provided.

For more information about making a donation of food to William Temple House, please call 503.226.3021 ext. 235 or email info@williamtemple.org.

William Temple House is experiencing increased demand for food from families who are trying to weather increases in fuel, utility and housing costs, medical expenses not covered by insurance and decreases in work hours.

At the same time, William Temple House is feeling the affects of a nationwide decline in food available to food pantries and social service agencies. Reductions in government subsidies for corn and other grains grown for food and a new emphasis on growing corn for biofuels have decreased the supply of these important staples. Higher fuel costs have substantially increased food transportation expenses and also contribute to the shortages. In addition, as food processors develop more efficient inventory and delivery systems there is less excess food to distribute to those in need.

Agency to focus on mission,
sell Mackenzie House

After carefully weighing the alternatives, the Board of Directors of William Temple House has unanimously decided to sell the agency’s Northwest Hoyt Street headquarters property.

The Board on June 22, 2007 authorized the sale of the Mackenzie House and Abbott Hall. Board members believe that the decision allows William Temple House to fulfill its primary mission of serving the community with counseling and social services and protects the financial stability of the agency.

Click here to learn more about the Board’s decision and anticipated relocation of William Temple House.

Volunteer Opportunities

William Temple House offers volunteer opportunities to those committed to serving others with respect and dignity. Whether you’re a student, an individual seeking experience, or a retired professional who wants to remain active, your talents and passions can help serve the working poor in the Greater Portland area.

Click here for information about volunteer opportunities with William Temple House.

Employment Opportunites

Click here for information about current employment opportunities at William Temple House.