Blanchet House & Farm
@blanchethouse.bsky.social
A free cafe and transitional shelter in Portland with an addiction recovery farm in Carlton. Open Mon-Sat. Volunteers needed. BlanchetHouse.org
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Since 1952, Blanchet House has been offering free meals, clothes, transitional housing, and community to Portlanders.
Today 11/25, at the end of every hour, we're giving away a signed copy of our new children’s book, Toby’s Farm Adventure. A $10 gift to Give!Guide enters you to win. PLUS! Our friends at Sonder Northwest will match gifts up to $2,500. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
November 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Today 11/25, at the end of every hour, we're giving away a signed copy of our new children’s book, Toby’s Farm Adventure. A $10 gift to Give!Guide enters you to win. PLUS! Our friends at Sonder Northwest will match gifts up to $2,500. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
A crowd gathered before sunrise this morning, and a steady line of guests waited for a simple breakfast. Support staff told us it was a tough morning, with nonstop requests for help. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, our volunteers met every moment with patience and heart, and we’re grateful for them.
November 25, 2025 at 2:50 AM
A crowd gathered before sunrise this morning, and a steady line of guests waited for a simple breakfast. Support staff told us it was a tough morning, with nonstop requests for help. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, our volunteers met every moment with patience and heart, and we’re grateful for them.
Want to help from home this Thanksgiving? We have a few ideas for you. https://blanchethouse.org/where-to-find-free-thanksgiving-day-meals-and-volunteer-opportunities/
November 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Want to help from home this Thanksgiving? We have a few ideas for you. https://blanchethouse.org/where-to-find-free-thanksgiving-day-meals-and-volunteer-opportunities/
Peace! We gave out 1,000 sack lunches in under one hour today! Thank you to everyone who made and donated them. The Portland Trailblazers staff made 500 of them!
November 23, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Peace! We gave out 1,000 sack lunches in under one hour today! Thank you to everyone who made and donated them. The Portland Trailblazers staff made 500 of them!
Some people don’t realize how hard it is to get housing once you’re homeless. Our staff tried to help a man apply for a tiny home. The waitlist was open for only five hours before it filled! It shouldn’t be this hard for someone to find a place to live.
November 22, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Some people don’t realize how hard it is to get housing once you’re homeless. Our staff tried to help a man apply for a tiny home. The waitlist was open for only five hours before it filled! It shouldn’t be this hard for someone to find a place to live.
We got a voicemail from a guest we haven't seen in a while. This is a message for our supporters as well!
"I used to get meals from you guys. I wanted to update you. I’m off the street, I’m working now. You’ve seen me at my worst, and I want to thank you for everything you’ve done for me. "
"I used to get meals from you guys. I wanted to update you. I’m off the street, I’m working now. You’ve seen me at my worst, and I want to thank you for everything you’ve done for me. "
November 21, 2025 at 6:15 PM
We got a voicemail from a guest we haven't seen in a while. This is a message for our supporters as well!
"I used to get meals from you guys. I wanted to update you. I’m off the street, I’m working now. You’ve seen me at my worst, and I want to thank you for everything you’ve done for me. "
"I used to get meals from you guys. I wanted to update you. I’m off the street, I’m working now. You’ve seen me at my worst, and I want to thank you for everything you’ve done for me. "
Fresh, jarred goods from Blanchet Farm are available to the public in limited quantities. Made with veggies and fruit grown on the farm, you can choose apple pie filling, apple butter, or pickled veggies. Purchases support our rural recovery program. Shop at shopblanchet.com/collections/farm-goods.
November 20, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Fresh, jarred goods from Blanchet Farm are available to the public in limited quantities. Made with veggies and fruit grown on the farm, you can choose apple pie filling, apple butter, or pickled veggies. Purchases support our rural recovery program. Shop at shopblanchet.com/collections/farm-goods.
TODAY 11/19. The folks at John's Marketplace bottle shop are giving away six $100 gift cards to Give!Guide donors! PLUS: One person will win a Mineral Springs Ranch Experience from Soter Vineyards. Donate $10 and you’ll be entered to win https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
November 20, 2025 at 1:01 AM
TODAY 11/19. The folks at John's Marketplace bottle shop are giving away six $100 gift cards to Give!Guide donors! PLUS: One person will win a Mineral Springs Ranch Experience from Soter Vineyards. Donate $10 and you’ll be entered to win https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
The first 25 donors who give $25 or more to Blanchet House via Give!Guide today (11/19) will get 5.5 ounces of award-winning honey from Blanchet Farm's beekeeping program! Your donation encourages our guests.Thank you. Donate at https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
November 19, 2025 at 3:35 PM
The first 25 donors who give $25 or more to Blanchet House via Give!Guide today (11/19) will get 5.5 ounces of award-winning honey from Blanchet Farm's beekeeping program! Your donation encourages our guests.Thank you. Donate at https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
Judy donated 100 scarves she crocheted using yarn donated by friends and from the now closed JoAnn’s. Her sister joined her to help deliver them. We’ll be handing the scarves out on Thanksgiving Eve to guests visiting our free cafe. Thank you, Judy, for this beautiful act of care.
November 19, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Judy donated 100 scarves she crocheted using yarn donated by friends and from the now closed JoAnn’s. Her sister joined her to help deliver them. We’ll be handing the scarves out on Thanksgiving Eve to guests visiting our free cafe. Thank you, Judy, for this beautiful act of care.
Nachos for lunch today thanks to a huge tortilla chip donation from Oregon Convention Center! Chef Antoine made beef and bean chili and cheese sauce.
November 18, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Nachos for lunch today thanks to a huge tortilla chip donation from Oregon Convention Center! Chef Antoine made beef and bean chili and cheese sauce.
Our coat rack is empty of large sizes, which are most needed. If you can donate, bring new or gently used adult coats to Blanchet House Mon-Sat, 8-10:30am or 1:30-4pm. Thank you for helping people facing hardship. You can also shop and ship to Blanchet House 310 NW Glisan St. Portland, OR 97209
November 18, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Our coat rack is empty of large sizes, which are most needed. If you can donate, bring new or gently used adult coats to Blanchet House Mon-Sat, 8-10:30am or 1:30-4pm. Thank you for helping people facing hardship. You can also shop and ship to Blanchet House 310 NW Glisan St. Portland, OR 97209
Today, 15 men in our transitional housing program received haircuts from volunteers with The Barbers. Our program offers a place to live so men can focus on recovery, employment, and rebuilding their lives. Small acts of care help people feel confident. We’re grateful to the volunteers.
November 17, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Today, 15 men in our transitional housing program received haircuts from volunteers with The Barbers. Our program offers a place to live so men can focus on recovery, employment, and rebuilding their lives. Small acts of care help people feel confident. We’re grateful to the volunteers.
Once a month outside Blanchet House, you might see Paul Susi at a pop-up table. Using his money, he helps people apply for birth certificates and replacement IDs. On Thurs, he wrote checks for 58 people!
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November 15, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Once a month outside Blanchet House, you might see Paul Susi at a pop-up table. Using his money, he helps people apply for birth certificates and replacement IDs. On Thurs, he wrote checks for 58 people!
paulsusi.wordpress.com/pdx-id-assistance/
paulsusi.wordpress.com/pdx-id-assistance/
Update on Our Women’s Shelter: Bathrooms are under construction, the exterior is painted, and local Girl Scouts brightened the fence with yarn hearts. We’re aiming for a late January 2026 opening and look forward to welcoming women into this much-needed refuge.
November 14, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Update on Our Women’s Shelter: Bathrooms are under construction, the exterior is painted, and local Girl Scouts brightened the fence with yarn hearts. We’re aiming for a late January 2026 opening and look forward to welcoming women into this much-needed refuge.
You have until 11:59pm (11/13) to enter to win a stay at Headlands Resort & Spa in Pacific City! Every $10 donation to Blanchet House via Give!Guide is an entry. Prize includes a two-night stay and $200 to Meridian restaurant. Donate at https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
November 14, 2025 at 2:59 AM
You have until 11:59pm (11/13) to enter to win a stay at Headlands Resort & Spa in Pacific City! Every $10 donation to Blanchet House via Give!Guide is an entry. Prize includes a two-night stay and $200 to Meridian restaurant. Donate at https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
Incredible veterinarians with the Oregon Humane Society volunteered their time to serve 145 pets in the lot across from Blanchet House. Thank you, Lan Su Chinese Garden. Support the next clinic at the link in the comments. The next clinic will be in 2026. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits
November 13, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Incredible veterinarians with the Oregon Humane Society volunteered their time to serve 145 pets in the lot across from Blanchet House. Thank you, Lan Su Chinese Garden. Support the next clinic at the link in the comments. The next clinic will be in 2026. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits
Today we’re giving away 24 bars of Blanchet Farm’s honey and lemon soap to Give!Guide donors. The first 2 people who give $20 each hour from 7am-7pm will receive a bar. Your gift encourages the men at the farm and strengthens programs. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
November 13, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Today we’re giving away 24 bars of Blanchet Farm’s honey and lemon soap to Give!Guide donors. The first 2 people who give $20 each hour from 7am-7pm will receive a bar. Your gift encourages the men at the farm and strengthens programs. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
Waiting outside in line for a free meal isn’t “easy.” People don’t go to a food bank because it’s easier than working. Instead of criticizing those seeking help, let’s lift them up. We don’t know what someone is struggling with, so why assume the worst about them? Thank you for your kindness.
November 12, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Waiting outside in line for a free meal isn’t “easy.” People don’t go to a food bank because it’s easier than working. Instead of criticizing those seeking help, let’s lift them up. We don’t know what someone is struggling with, so why assume the worst about them? Thank you for your kindness.
Well, we're back to normal, if normal means hundreds of people needing our hot meals every day. The good news is that we’re able to offer second helpings again—a lifeline for those who rely on one meal a day or take food to go. Please help us by donating to our fundraiser at link in comments.
November 11, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Well, we're back to normal, if normal means hundreds of people needing our hot meals every day. The good news is that we’re able to offer second helpings again—a lifeline for those who rely on one meal a day or take food to go. Please help us by donating to our fundraiser at link in comments.
We want to give a little something back for Give!Guide donors today. Donate $10 to enter to win a $500 gift card from Portland Nursery. PLUS! The first 25 donors to give $20 get tickets to use at any ChatterPDX concert. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
November 11, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We want to give a little something back for Give!Guide donors today. Donate $10 to enter to win a $500 gift card from Portland Nursery. PLUS! The first 25 donors to give $20 get tickets to use at any ChatterPDX concert. https://giveguide.org/nonprofits/blanchet-house-of-hospitality
Free vet clinic Tues, Nov. 11, from 11-1:30 across from Blanchet House at 310 NW Glisan. Veterinarians with the Oregon Humane Society will offer vaccines (including rabies), flea and tick, food, and supplies. First come, first served. Thanks, Lan Su Chinese Garden, for the use of your parking lot!
November 10, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Free vet clinic Tues, Nov. 11, from 11-1:30 across from Blanchet House at 310 NW Glisan. Veterinarians with the Oregon Humane Society will offer vaccines (including rabies), flea and tick, food, and supplies. First come, first served. Thanks, Lan Su Chinese Garden, for the use of your parking lot!
We gave out 1,100 sack lunches on Saturday in addition to serving hot meals!! Every lunch was made and donated by supporters from their homes, many decorated with fun drawings and words of encouragement. Sign up to make lunches on our website.
November 9, 2025 at 6:42 PM
We gave out 1,100 sack lunches on Saturday in addition to serving hot meals!! Every lunch was made and donated by supporters from their homes, many decorated with fun drawings and words of encouragement. Sign up to make lunches on our website.
We had it all tonight at BH! Pizza slices, sack lunches to take with you, and Halloween candy to boot! Many guests came in a good mood, and those who entered hungry or sad left full of food and perhaps smiling after a fun interaction near the exit treats. Thanks to everyone for your support.
November 9, 2025 at 2:48 AM
We had it all tonight at BH! Pizza slices, sack lunches to take with you, and Halloween candy to boot! Many guests came in a good mood, and those who entered hungry or sad left full of food and perhaps smiling after a fun interaction near the exit treats. Thanks to everyone for your support.
Tonight we were able to offer seconds! SNAP benefits were released by the governor, and the difference was immediate. But this relief won’t last. Next year, access to SNAP will be harder, and more people will turn to Blanchet House for food. Thank you for your support now and in the months ahead.
November 8, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Tonight we were able to offer seconds! SNAP benefits were released by the governor, and the difference was immediate. But this relief won’t last. Next year, access to SNAP will be harder, and more people will turn to Blanchet House for food. Thank you for your support now and in the months ahead.