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ReFIT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Oregon, providing no-cost home modifications for our physically & financially challenged neighbors in need.

ReFIT is a 100% volunteer operated, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Portland, Oregon. Since 1997, our lovely team of directors, contractors, and volunteers have donated their time and resources to help local families with mobility issues regain their confidence and independence. Our holistic, no-cost home modification services include wheelchair ramps, accessible bathrooms, grab bars, wider doorways, and more. Whether you are looking to donate a one-time or recurring contribution, volunteer your time as an individual, group, or contractor, or attend our fun in-person and virtual charity events, your support will make homes safer and lives easier for the physically and financially challenged community. Get involved today.

10/08/2026

💚 $21,185.75 FOR REFIT! 💚

We are incredibly grateful Elliott, Powell, Baden & Baker Inc EPB&B Insurance, the Baker Family Foundation, and everyone who sponsored, attended, donated, and bid at this year’s EPB&B Industry Open House!

Together, this incredible event raised more than $40,000 for two small, grassroots nonprofits — ReFIT and Boxes of Love — with an amazing $21,185.75 coming directly to ReFIT! 🎉

A very special thank you to Marc Baker and the entire EPB&B team. For 19 years, they have used this event to shine a light on small, local nonprofits, bringing their industry and community together to provide meaningful support to organizations doing hands-on work right here at home. That kind of sustained generosity is truly remarkable. 💚

For ReFIT, this gift means more ramps, railings, grab bars, and other accessibility modifications that help older adults and people with disabilities stay safe, independent, and at home in the communities they love.

Marc, the Baker Family Foundation, and the entire EPB&B team — thank you for choosing ReFIT this year and for 19 years of showing up for grassroots organizations in our community. Your generosity makes a tangible difference in the lives of the people we serve. 💚🔨

And congratulations to our fellow beneficiary, The Boxes of Love Project 🎁 We were honored to share this special day with you.

https://epbb.com/epbb-industry-open-house-brings-our-community-together-and-raises-over-40000-for-two-local-non-profits/

10/05/2026

🔨 HAMMER IT HOME! 🔨

Join us for a fun evening celebrating the incredible people, partners, and community that help make ReFIT’s work possible! 💚

🏆 2026 Hammer It Home Awards
📅 Thursday, October 22 | 5:00–6:30 PM
🥂 Free bites & drinks • Awards • Great company
📍 NW Natural | Downtown Portland

Come celebrate the people who go above and beyond to help create safer, more accessible homes and greater independence for people with disabilities. Together, we’re building more than accessible spaces—we’re building possibilities. 💚

We’d love to celebrate with you! Be sure to RSVP:
👉 https://evite.me/smyWSKF7zn

09/17/2026

Did you know ReFIT has an Amazon Wish List?

From grab bars and safety supplies to tools and project materials, every item helps us provide no-cost home modifications that allow neighbors with disabilities to live more safely and independently in the homes they love.

Whether you purchase any item, your gift goes directly to the work we do every day, and it's one of the easiest ways to support ReFIT.

💙 Check out our Amazon Wish List here:
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/4R73M38KOS95?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_3QS133DK7F6PMBRZ9CBS

Every item purchased is one less thing we have to fund, allowing more of every donated dollar to go toward changing lives.

Thank you for helping us build safer homes and stronger communities.

09/14/2026

🛠️ Meet the People Behind ReFIT: Jeff Jones

Behind ReFIT are incredible people who give their time, talents, and expertise to help create greater independence for others. Jeff Jones is one of those people.

Jeff’s connection to ReFIT began through his 45 years of involvement with the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) and his friendship with Bill Markt. Bill’s son’s experience of becoming a wheelchair user helped inspire the beginnings of ReFIT, and when ReFIT was formalized as a nonprofit, Jeff joined the organization as a committee member, bringing his experience in the remodeling industry and a heart for giving back.

For Jeff, giving back has always been important. He recognizes the opportunities he has been fortunate enough to receive throughout his life and feels a responsibility to help create opportunities for others.

Over the years, Jeff has helped with numerous ReFIT projects, and he’s experienced countless moments of gratitude along the way. Seeing recipients gain access to parts of their homes and lives that they haven’t been able to access for some time has made a lasting impact on him.

One of the most meaningful parts of being involved with ReFIT has been watching fellow team members experience that same joy—seeing firsthand how making a profound change in someone’s life can affect everyone involved.

His time with ReFIT has also given Jeff a greater appreciation for the simple freedoms many of us take for granted, like being able to leave the house and go for a walk.

Looking ahead, Jeff hopes ReFIT continues to attract great people and great opportunities so we can help even more individuals in need. He’s especially looking forward to having more time to give to ReFIT when he retires.

And his advice to anyone considering volunteering or donating?
“Just Do It! The experience will be more than you might expect.”

Jeff has seen firsthand that it doesn’t always take much to make a huge difference in another person’s life. Sometimes, it simply takes someone willing to show up, lend a hand, and be part of the change.

💚 We’re incredibly grateful for Jeff’s years of service, expertise, and commitment to ReFIT. Thank you, Jeff, for continuing to show up and help make independence possible for our neighbors.

🔨 By day: Senior Project Manager at Olson & Jones Construction
🚴 Favorite hobby: Cycling

09/08/2026

Sometimes, a ramp or a railing is more than a home modification—it’s a way back home.

💚 For Molly’s family, ReFIT’s work helped her mom move more safely and gave her dad the ability to return home from the nursing home and spend meaningful time with the people he loves.

This project was made possible with the helping hands of Portland YouthBuilders, whose students gained valuable hands-on trade experience while helping create a safer, more accessible home for Susan and family.

Molly’s message is one we hope others hear: Don’t let pride keep you from asking for help. Put your safety above your shame. That’s what ReFIT is here for.🔨

08/17/2026

We're incredibly grateful to the Wilsonville High School student grantmakers in the Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation's Schnitzer Cares Student Grantmaking Program for awarding ReFIT a $3,000 grant to support our mission of providing no-cost home modifications for neighbors with disabilities.

Earlier this spring, our Executive Director had the opportunity to share ReFIT's work with these thoughtful students as they learned about local nonprofits and took on the real responsibility of deciding where grant funding could make the greatest impact. We were honored that they chose ReFIT.

This grant represents more than funding—it reflects the compassion, leadership, and generosity of the next generation of changemakers.

Pictured are ReFIT Board President Russ Weitz and Treasurer Steve Harrop accepting the award on behalf of ReFIT. Thank you to the students of Wilsonville High School and the Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation for investing in stronger, safer, and more accessible communities. 💙

08/04/2026

Meet the People Behind ReFIT: Linda Nilsen

💚 Behind every accessible home is a community of people who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live safely, independently, and with dignity. Today, we're honored to introduce Linda Nilsen of Health Insurance Advocates (https://healthinsuranceadvocacy.com/), one of ReFIT's dedicated Community Builders & Hammer it Home Award Winners.

📣 Linda's support of ReFIT goes far beyond a donation. As a longtime nonprofit executive and healthcare advocate, she understands what it takes to build a strong organization that can serve people well. Through Health Insurance Advocates' generous monthly Community Builder support, she helps provide the stable foundation that allows ReFIT to confidently carry out our mission every day.

🤝 Linda also shares her expertise in countless other ways—guiding our Board through strategic planning, supporting our events, connecting people with resources, and offering to help ReFIT homeowners navigate the often-confusing Medicare and health insurance system when they need it most.

🔨 She's passionate about helping ReFIT continue to grow, expand our services, and bring back larger accessibility projects—like bathroom remodels—that can truly transform daily life for homeowners.

✨ When she's not supporting ReFIT, Linda describes herself as a healthcare advocate cleverly disguised as a health insurance agent. After more than 30 years in community health and nonprofit leadership, she continues helping people understand their coverage and access the care they deserve. Outside of work, you'll likely find her enjoying walks and w**e tasting with friends.

🌱 Linda believes that supporting ReFIT—whether through volunteering, giving, or simply sharing our mission—is an investment in both your neighbors and your community.

💚 Thank you, Linda, for believing in ReFIT from every angle—for your generosity, your wisdom, your advocacy, and your unwavering commitment to helping people live safely and independently at home.

07/31/2026

💙 What a day. What a team. 💚

A heartfelt thank you to Michelle Maryatt and the incredible crew from Budget Blinds Central Portland for spending the day volunteering alongside ReFIT to help two homeowners remain safe, independent, and connected to the homes they love.

Michelle is a friend and champion of ReFIT, and her leadership continues to inspire a culture of service that extends far beyond the workplace. We're so grateful for the way she leads by example—and for the amazing team that showed up with her.

Together, we stained and painted two newly built wheelchair ramps with a durable non-slip finish, improved Stephen's doorway threshold, refreshed Pam's yard, and tackled a variety of projects that will make everyday life just a little easier.

🏡 Stephen, 80, has called his home, home for nearly over 50 years. As he prepares to use a mobility scooter, safe access means he can continue living independently.

🏡 Pam lives with MS and relies on a mobility scooter. A more accessible home means more freedom to care for her family and enjoy special moments with her children and grandchildren.

What stood out most wasn't just everything the Budget Blinds team accomplished—it was the heart they brought. Employees from different areas of the company worked side by side with smiles, encouragement, and genuine care for the homeowners they were serving.These projects may seem simple, but they create lasting change. Accessibility is about so much more than ramps and railings—it's about freedom, dignity, and neighbors showing up for neighbors.

Thank you, Michelle, and everyone at Budget Blinds of Portland, for your partnership, your generosity, and your unwavering commitment to making homes safer and lives easier. We are so grateful to have you as part of the ReFIT family. 💚 🔨 💙

07/27/2026

☀️ You're Invited to ReFIT's Annual Picnic! 🧺💚

Community is at the heart of everything we do, and we'd love to celebrate with you!

Whether you're a homeowner, volunteer, contractor, community partner, donor, friend, or simply curious about ReFIT, join us for an afternoon of great food, meaningful connections, and fun. Together, we'll celebrate the people who make accessibility and independence possible throughout our community.

📅 Wednesday, August 19
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Sellwood Park – Picnic Area I
🥪 Free sack lunch provided by NW Natural

Come meet the ReFIT community, learn more about our mission, connect with others who are passionate about accessibility, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the park. Everyone is welcome and we can't wait to see you there!

💚 Come one, come all!

07/20/2026

"At 84, I've learned that aging isn't just about getting older—it's about figuring out how to keep doing the everyday things that let you stay independent." — Donald

For Donald, independence isn't about going everywhere; it's about being able to safely get to the places that matter most. Living alone at 84, something as simple as a secure railing on his front porch has given him the confidence to get in and out of his home safely, drive to his regular stops, and continue living life on his own terms.

When our team first met Donald, we didn't just look at his house, we took the time to understand how he lives. Together, we identified the changes that would have the greatest impact on his safety and independence.

This project was made possible through our incredible partnership with Portland YouthBuilders , whose students worked alongside ReFIT to build the accessible ramp, walkway, and porch improvements that now provide Donald with safer access to his home. Their craftsmanship, dedication, and heart for serving our community are helping make independence possible—one home at a time.

As Donald shared with us:
"Organizations like ReFIT can't solve every problem, but they can solve the ones that make the biggest difference—especially when it comes to safety. They take the time to understand your needs, and they treat you with respect."

Stories like Donald's remind us that accessibility isn't just about ramps and railings...it's about preserving dignity, confidence, and the ability to remain in the home you've built your life around.

Thank you, Donald, for trusting ReFIT with your home, and thank you to Portland YouthBuilders for helping make this project a reality. Together, we're building safer homes, stronger communities, and brighter futures.

💚 🔨 One project at a time. One life at a time.

Address

PO Box 916
Lake Oswego, OR
97034

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+1 503-698-8382

Website

https://refitportland.org/

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