Somali Oregon Service Center

01/02/2026

We would like to respectfully address the false information being shared about the Somali Oregon Service Center.

We are a small, community-based organization that is not fully funded and is largely run by volunteers. We do not have paid staff, and our work is carried out by community members who give their time and energy to serve others.

If anyone has questions or concerns, we welcome facts-based conversations and are always open to providing accurate information. However, spreading false claims or misinformation harms community trust and does not help anyone.

We invite you to reach out to us directly if you would like the facts. Let’s keep our discussions honest, respectful, and grounded in truth.

12/08/2025

10/31/2025

Come and get your tree. Plant a tree and leave legecy

🌲We have officially given away over 3,000 trees! 🌲
Sign up to get yours today, before they’re all gone!
portland.gov/freeyardtrees

10/31/2025

It's not too late to sign up for FREE trees. We still have many FREE trees looking for their forever homes. Join us at the last pickup event this Saturday or sign up for free delivery. Register today: Portland.gov/freeyardtrees

08/30/2025

🌍✨ Cultural Connection & Empowerment Night ✨🌍

Join us as we celebrate diversity and foster unity with music, dance, and inspiring speakers. Let’s come together and embrace the beautiful tapestry of our community culture! 🎶💃🏾

🎤 Special Guest: Legendary Singer Abdulkadir Hussein Mayow Buunis
🎤 Anwar Abdulkadir Ali (KANU)
🎧 DJ Smokie Dan

📅 Date: August 30, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton, 1000 NE Multnomah St, Portland, OR 97232

🤝 In partnership with:
African Community Development Center | Somali Oregon Services | Somali Cultural Center | Southwest Somali Community | CAIRO

Don’t miss this night of culture, empowerment, and community! 💚✨

08/26/2025

🌍 Portland Global Music Party! 🎶🌍

Join us for an afternoon of music, fun, and community!
📚✨ Free school supplies and backpacks will be distributed!

📅 Saturday, Sept 6
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Gateway Discovery Park (NE 108th Ave & Halsey St, Portland)

Bring your family and friends to celebrate with us! 🎉

Hosted by Somali Oregon Service Center in partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation and community partners.

08/22/2025

🌍✨ SOUL 2 SOUL African & African American Summit ✨🌍
Hosted by Somali Oregon Service Center in partnership with Bridge-Pamoja

📅 Friday, August 22
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 PCC Cascade, 705 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97221

This year, the Somali community will be the focus of our cultural dialogue! 🗣️
There are approximately 12,000 Somalians living in Oregon, and we are proud to highlight their stories, culture, and contributions.

💡 Join us to:
✔ Celebrate Afro-Futurism in the spirit of Ubuntu
✔ Engage in powerful conversations & cultural discussions
✔ Enjoy cultural food & music
✔ Hear inspiring speakers
✔ Foster unity, empowerment & connection across our communities

🔗 Register today: [Insert registration link]

08/15/2025

🌳 Tree Selection Event – August 24, 2025 🌱

If you registered for the Free Yard Trees Giveaway Program, this is your day to choose your tree! 🌿

📅 Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025
📍 Location: Somali Oregon Service Center
1511 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Come early for the best selection! If you need delivery, we can arrange that after you choose your tree. Let’s grow a greener Portland together! 🌍💚

07/22/2025

🌳 Somali Oregon Service Center Celebrates World Forestry Day! 🌍
In proud partnership with Portland Parks & Recreation’s Urban Forestry, we were honored to participate in the first-ever World Forestry Day held at the World Forestry Center!

Our team shared flyers promoting our Free Yard Trees Giveaway Program — an exciting opportunity for community members to green their spaces and grow a healthier Portland.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and showed interest in building a more sustainable and beautiful community through trees! 🌱💚

07/22/2025

🧵 Sewing Class in Progress! ✂️
Our sewing class is underway, and participants are learning valuable skills while building community. Stay tuned for more updates and beautiful creations!

07/19/2025

🎉 Exciting News from Somali Oregon Service Center! 🎉
Starting today, we’re launching a 3-month Sewing Course for 15 amazing immigrant and refugee women! 🧵✨

This program is made possible through our partnership with Women-Sew Global Foundation , the City of Portland, and EPP—working together to empower women with new skills, confidence, and community.

We’re proud to support women as they sew their way toward opportunity and independence. 💪❤️