MFS AARP Foundation Experience Corps

08/27/2026

Rest in Peace Dolly. Donate in her honor to The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. It will get more books to more kids. It's what she asked for.

08/25/2026

School is starting and our tutors are looking forward to returning to school as well. We have a few spots open in East Portland and Gresham. Let us know, if you would like to volunteer with our afterschool program.

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08/24/2026

Get ready for school!

08/20/2026

Still need a few tutors in East Portland.

We are looking for tutors at Cherry Park, Meadows and Hollydale Elementary. Would you like to help kids become great readers? Text, call or email us and join a fabulous program.

08/19/2026

Reading at home is a great way to help your kid continue to learn and grow outside of school.

08/17/2026

Get ready for school with Metropolitan Family Service

🎒 THIS WEEK!!! Back to School, In the Hood – 4th Annual Event!

MFS Community Schools and Centennial School District are teaming up once again to get students ready for a great school year.

📅 Date & Time: Thursday, August 20 | 1–4 PM
📍 Location: Victory Outreach Portland, 16022 SE Stark Street, Portland

Join us for:

Free school supplies

Family resources & program info

Fun activities for all ages

Free food for students & families

This free community event is open to all Centennial School District students and families.

Want to help stock backpacks? Scan the QR code on the flyer to donate and support local students!

Thanks to our partners: Portland Parks & Recreation and Centennial School District. And our sponsor, Unitus Community Credit Union.

08/14/2026

Did you see the eclipse?

08/14/2026

What books did you read to your kids?

Does your family have a favorite read-aloud book?

08/07/2026

If you need some supplies and resources to get ready for schools this is a great event!

MFS and Centennial SUN Programs present

🎒 4TH ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL IN THE HOOD

A free Event for the Community

📅 Date & Time: Tuesday, August 20 | 1–4 PM
📍 Location: Victory Outreach Portland, 16022 SE Stark Street, Portland

Join us for:

Free school supplies

Family resources & program Info

Fun activities for all ages

Free food for students & families

Want to support Local Students?

We have an Amazon Wishlist:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2FY5U4KOCWJN8/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

To donate to MFS:
https://www.mfspdx.org/donate

Thanks to our partners and sponsors:
Centennial School District
Multnomah County, Oregon

Aztec on Broadway
Oliver Middle School
Centennial High School
Michael Holton Basketball Academy
For the Love of Shears