Raphael House of Portland

Raphael House of Portland Listen. Believe. Speak out. An additional 400 survivors receive non-residential advocacy services each year.

Raphael House of Portland is a multi-faceted domestic violence prevention and intervention agency dedicated to fighting the causes and effects of intimate partner violence in a variety of ways. Founded in 1977, we offer emergency shelter in a confidential location, safety planning and advocacy on a 24-hour in-house crisis line, and long-term supportive services through our Home In Hand Housing Pro

gram and Advocacy Center. Nearly 100 families are served in the emergency shelter each year, and over 5,000 callers are offered safety planning and advocacy on our crisis line. Raphael House also works to enact social change and prevent domestic violence by offering free educational workshops to thousands of teens and adults in the Portland area annually. The mission of Raphael House is to provide a foundation of hope for a life free from family violence, and we have been working in this community—offering domestic violence survivors the tools they need to build violence-free lives—for more than 45 years. Raphael House serves a diverse community of women and children escaping domestic violence, and also works to eliminate the causes of family and intimate partner violence through community education and outreach.

Join our change-making team! We’re a School-Based Prevention Site Coordinator to support our domestic, dating, and sex...
06/05/2026

Join our change-making team! We’re a School-Based Prevention Site Coordinator to support our domestic, dating, and sexual violence prevention and response work within Portland Public Schools.

This person will provide confidential, school-based advocacy to students and deliver training to teens, staff, and the school community.

It’s a full-time position that pays $26.96 - $29.46 per hour (with an additional $.50 per hour if you’re bilingual in English and Spanish), along with 100% paid health, dental, and vision insurance, 30 days of paid time-off in your 1st year, a Raphael House of Portland-provided $500/year Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and more.

This position is represented by ILWU Local 5, and we are currently bargaining our first contract.

Apply at raphaelhouse.com/employment-opportunities

TW: homicide and gun violenceOur hearts are with the Sandy community and everyone impacted by Sunday’s devastating shoot...
06/02/2026

TW: homicide and gun violence

Our hearts are with the Sandy community and everyone impacted by Sunday’s devastating shooting stemming from domestic violence.

Jenna Mary Overson, along with her mother Mary Beth Overson, and 16-year-old Kobyn McClure were killed on Sunday by Jenna’s ex partner. A police officer was also seriously injured, but is expected to survive.

Jenna is being remembered as an attentive, loving mother who was full of joy. One friend shared, “Anytime you needed anything from Jenna, she would be there for you. Jenna’s laughter, I mean, she was fun.” You can support Jenna’s 3 young sons via GoFundMe: gofund.me/ee9bd91d2

Loved ones said Kobyn, a high school freshman and family friend, was killed while protecting Jenna’s children. He’s being described as “bold, responsible, and respectful young man” who was known for his cowboy style. You can learn more about Kobyn at tinyurl.com/2wjp8sra and support his family via GoFundMe at gofund.me/76fd6d94c

AntFarm is extending their hours to 7pm tonight to support people grieving in the aftermath of this tragedy, and .I.P. Counseling will be there with support and resources.

Learn more: tinyurl.com/2s9zbkpx

If you are experiencing domestic violence, our hotline is available 24/7 at (503) 222-6222 and more resources are on our website at raphaelhouse.com/get-help/.

Happy Pride Month! We believe EVERYONE deserves to live a life free from violence and oppression.LGBTQIA2S+ domestic vio...
06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month! We believe EVERYONE deserves to live a life free from violence and oppression.

LGBTQIA2S+ domestic violence survivors too often face discrimination, harmful policies and rhetoric, and unique barriers to safety. So, we strive to be a welcoming space where everyone can thrive, be celebrated, and find others who share similar experiences.

All our services are inclusive of every gender and sexual identity!

Please follow and donate to organizations that support our local q***r community like Bradley Angle (who’s Marsha’s Folx program is one of the only domestic violence programs specifically for LGBTQIA2S+ survivors in Oregon), SMYRC, Basic Rights Oregon, Black & Beyond the Binary Collective, The Marie Equi Center, Cascade AIDS Project, Greater Portland Trans Unity, and Oregon Q***r History Collective.

Exciting opportunity – Raphael House of Portland is our next Finance Director!This position oversees our financial and...
05/29/2026

Exciting opportunity – Raphael House of Portland is our next Finance Director!

This position oversees our financial and accounting activities, and is a member of our Senior Leadership team. We’re looking for candidates with at least 5-10 years’ background in nonprofit business management and accounting, and who share our passion for building a future without abuse.

Apply now at raphaelhouse.com/employment-opportunities (or send to a friend who would be a great fit).

We proudly offer 100% paid health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance, plus generous time-off (30 days accrued in your 1st year), additional $.50/hour for bilingual Spanish/English skills, annual training stipend, retirement matching, $500 employer-provided FSA, and more!

05/27/2026

Check out this engaging conversation between our Executive Director Emmy Ritter and ! They took a deep dive into how domestic violence intersects with houselessness, addiction, and toxic masculinity, along with the importance of investing in violence prevention and ways to get involved.

Watch the full podcast via the link in our bio.

TW: This conversation includes a graphic description of animal abuse, as well as discussion of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and mass shootings.

05/26/2026

Check out this engaging conversation between our Executive Director Emmy Ritter and Portland! They took a deep dive into how domestic violence intersects with houselessness, addiction, and toxic masculinity, along with the importance of investing in violence prevention and ways to get involved.

https://youtu.be/vpS75tXbfSY?si=9g3MhqxY0Obp_OUJ

TW: This conversation includes a graphic description of animal abuse, as well as discussion of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and mass shootings.

What fun! Survivor families gathered in our Advocacy Center for a piñata-making party earlier this month.One of the many...
05/22/2026

What fun! Survivor families gathered in our Advocacy Center for a piñata-making party earlier this month.

One of the many special things about Raphael House of Portland is that domestic violence survivors can continue to access our programs for as long as they need or want. That includes delightful activities like this, that build community and connection.

We hosted a joyful Mother’s Day celebration for survivor families featuring a potluck, beautiful bouquets assembled by o...
05/15/2026

We hosted a joyful Mother’s Day celebration for survivor families featuring a potluck, beautiful bouquets assembled by one of our advocates, piñata raffle, card making station, and more!

There was even an impromptu tumbling class with some little ones that was absolutely the cutest. 💜

It’s such a special thing to facilitate celebrations like this for families who are rebuilding their lives after abuse!

Thanks to the wonderful community members who baked homemade treats and donated bouquets for survivors in our emergency ...
05/11/2026

Thanks to the wonderful community members who baked homemade treats and donated bouquets for survivors in our emergency shelter for Mother’s Day!

After people leave an abusive relationship, choosing how to mark holidays is a big part of reclaiming independence. It’s an honor to support these big milestones and to make sure everyone feels celebrated.

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the moms, mother figures, Madres de Corazón, and parents in our community – including survi...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the moms, mother figures, Madres de Corazón, and parents in our community – including survivors in our programs and our team!

We also want to honor the complexities of our individual experiences. This holiday can bring a wide range of feelings, and all of them are valid. 💜

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4110 SE Hawthorne Boulevard # 503
Portland, OR

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