Do you want to volunteer at Union Gospel Mission? We invite you to come to the Union Gospel Mission volunteer orientation, called the Encounter. At the Volunteer Encounter you will learn about the many different volunteer opportunities available, tour the Mission and see firsthand the activities at Union Gospel Mission.
The next volunteer Encounter takes place on Tuesday, March 16 from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm. Encounter events will take place on the third Tuesday of the month throughout the year.
Interested? Contact Volunteer Coordinator, Heidi Hege at 503-274-4483 ex 513, or email Heidi at heidih@ugmportland.org
To learn more at the Encounter, check out this video!
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Thrift Store Thursday: Donate your furniture
Do you have a sofa, chair, love seat, dining table, or desk just collecting dust in your garage or basement? Did you know by donating your furniture you can support Union Gospel Mission?
Furniture is an item that the thrift store could use right now, and the revenue generated by sales at the store support the LifeChange addiction recovery community at Union Gospel Mission.
Also- your furniture can be picked up for FREE! Call the thrift store at 503-639-6488 to schedule a pick up!
Your furniture can help support the LifeChange recovery community! Visit the store at 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard.
Furniture is an item that the thrift store could use right now, and the revenue generated by sales at the store support the LifeChange addiction recovery community at Union Gospel Mission.
Also- your furniture can be picked up for FREE! Call the thrift store at 503-639-6488 to schedule a pick up!
Your furniture can help support the LifeChange recovery community! Visit the store at 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Thrift Store Thursday: Vehicles!
In addition to the great clothes, furnishings, appliances and other items you can purchase at the thrift store, occasionally donated vehicles are for sale. All proceeds from the vehicle sales support the LifeChange addiction recovery community. So, not only do you get a vehicle you are helping a really great group of people.
We have TWO great vehicles currently for sale:
First, is a 1998 Plymouth Voyager Van, clean inside and out, CD Player and 136,036 miles. Asking price is $1,500
The other car is a 1993 Toyota Corolla, with four new tires, looks great inside and out, current tags until 2011 and only 90,962 miles. Asking price is $2,000.
If you are interested in either vehicle, give Dani, our thrift store manager a call at 503-639-6488 or visit the store at 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard (across from the Tigard Cinemas)
We have TWO great vehicles currently for sale:
First, is a 1998 Plymouth Voyager Van, clean inside and out, CD Player and 136,036 miles. Asking price is $1,500
The other car is a 1993 Toyota Corolla, with four new tires, looks great inside and out, current tags until 2011 and only 90,962 miles. Asking price is $2,000.If you are interested in either vehicle, give Dani, our thrift store manager a call at 503-639-6488 or visit the store at 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard (across from the Tigard Cinemas)
Friday, January 15, 2010
New Video! LifeChange Stories: Chris Smith
Chris, age 24, shares how fast drug addiction can take over your life. Thankfully, Chris has completed four years of recovery at Union Gospel Mission's LifeChange recovery community and is preparing to graduate in March 2010.
Here is his story:
If you would like to make a donation to support LifeChange- CLICK HERE
Here is his story:
If you would like to make a donation to support LifeChange- CLICK HERE
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Thrift Store Thursday: Dollar Day Madness!
Breaking News: $1 per clothing item sale extended to Friday & Saturday!
The Union Gospel Mission Thrift Store was a hive of activity, as customers enjoyed a special "dollar day" where all clothing items were priced at a dollar each. The event also featured free Subway sandwiches and customers had the chance to meet Dani, the new store manager.
Customers look at racks and bins of $1 clothing
Guests enjoyed a six foot Subway sandwich amid the shopping
The action at the cash register was non-stop for Alvin and Dani!
Behind the scenes, LifeChange residents, like Danielle, were busy sorting and racking clothing.
To visit the thrift store, go to 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard, across from the Tigard Cinemas, or call 503-639-6488.
The Union Gospel Mission Thrift Store was a hive of activity, as customers enjoyed a special "dollar day" where all clothing items were priced at a dollar each. The event also featured free Subway sandwiches and customers had the chance to meet Dani, the new store manager.
Customers look at racks and bins of $1 clothing
Guests enjoyed a six foot Subway sandwich amid the shopping
The action at the cash register was non-stop for Alvin and Dani!
Behind the scenes, LifeChange residents, like Danielle, were busy sorting and racking clothing.To visit the thrift store, go to 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard, across from the Tigard Cinemas, or call 503-639-6488.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Thrift Store Thursday: The Next Big Thing!
Everyone- Please mark your calendars for next Thursday, January 14 to attend Union Gospel Mission's thrift store for The Next Big Thing.
We are celebrating the launch of a whole new year at the thrift store. The event features:
- All clothing items for sale for $1- That's right! All clothing $1
- Free Subway sandwich for guests
- Meet the thrift store's new Manager, Dani
So plan to join us at 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard, across from the Tigard Cinemas, on Thursday January 14 starting 10:00 am. For more information, contact the Thrift Store at 503-639-6488.
We are celebrating the launch of a whole new year at the thrift store. The event features:
- All clothing items for sale for $1- That's right! All clothing $1
- Free Subway sandwich for guests
- Meet the thrift store's new Manager, Dani
So plan to join us at 11611 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard, across from the Tigard Cinemas, on Thursday January 14 starting 10:00 am. For more information, contact the Thrift Store at 503-639-6488.
Friday, December 25, 2009
New Video: Merry Christmas!
Wishing everyone a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Many volunteers shared Christmas cheer by serving a meal at Union Gospel Mission:
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