On June 9th at Brax Laundry - Molalla, we gathered once again with neighbors for a steady and meaningful evening of community, connection, and care. A total of 37 neighbors were served, with 7 small, 11 medium, and 19 large loads completed throughout the day. As always, the rhythm of the evening was shaped not just by the hum of machines but by the people who showed up to support one another. The amazing and talented Pam joined us on behalf of Grace Lutheran Church in Molalla

We had a wonderful afternoon at Brax Laundry in Estacada on 6/10, where we had the opportunity to serve 22 neighbors and help complete 25 loads of laundry. Together, we washed 5 small, 11 medium, and 9 large loads, ensuring everyone had access to clean clothes and a little less stress in their week. We were grateful to have the amazing Brigham's incredible wife, Debra, join us to help serve a delicious lunch of BBQ pork sandwiches and cookies. The kindness didn't stop there!!

Our monthly visit to Milwaukie Laundry on June 8th was a wonderful reminder of the impact a caring community can have. Together, we served 19 neighbors and helped complete 49 loads of laundry, including 10 small, 28 medium, and 11 large loads. Our heartfelt thanks go to the amazing Deborah and her wonderful husband, Michael, for providing a delicious dinner of Thai chicken curry with rice, along with cookies and chips. Sharing a warm meal creates opportunities for connection,

In this latest episode of the "Trash Extravaganza Tales" on June 3rd, we revisited a site that we first attempted to clean up on a rainy, soggy day back in January. After already canceling twice due to flooding, we were determined to tackle the mess. We made a huge dent in the landscape during that first effort, but it quickly became clear that the flooding had made it impossible to fully complete the job. But we didn't forget! That day, with the help of our incredible trash

Brax Laundry - Oregon City on June 3rd was another meaningful day of connection, support, and community care. We had the opportunity to serve 36 neighbors, helping wash 5 small, 35 medium, and 9 large loads of laundry throughout the evening. Guests to the laundromat also enjoyed a delicious meal featuring Asian chicken coleslaw salad, rice crispy treats, and bags of chips, offering both nourishment and a chance to slow down and connect with one another. These shared meals con

Brax Laundry - Molalla on June 2nd was a wonderful day of community connection and support! We served 50 neighbors and helped wash 10 small, 16 medium, and 26 large loads of laundry throughout the day. Our amazing Nash kept everyone well-fed with a delicious pasta salad, and we also enjoyed chips and doughnuts together. A special thank you to the fabulous Deb for volunteering her time and energy to help make the day run smoothly. We were also super excited to welcome the awes

Our Welches Laundromat event on June 3rd was a wonderful day of community, connection, and lots of laundry. We served 16 neighbors and helped complete 24 loads of laundry, ensuring families and individuals had access to clean clothing and linens. A special thank you to the amazing Mackenzie for preparing a delicious meal of vegetable beef soup, fresh rolls, and salad, with churro bites as a sweet treat to round out lunch. The homemade meal was enjoyed by all and added an extr

Our Cedars Laundromat event in Sandy was a wonderful day of connection, support, and service. We had the privilege of serving 22 community members while helping wash 34 loads of laundry, including 6 small loads, 22 medium loads, and 6 large loads. Guests enjoyed a hearty meal of spaghetti and meatballs, along with cookies and chips, creating an opportunity for connections while essential laundry needs were met. In addition to laundry services, we were able to distribute extra

Our May 27th laundry event at Brax Laundry in Estacada was another wonderful day of serving our community. We had the opportunity to assist 25 neighbors with washing and drying 26 loads of laundry, including 4 small loads, 7 medium loads, and 15 large loads. A huge thank you to the amazing folks from the Estacada LDS Church for providing a delicious lunch of pulled pork, macaroni salad, and brownies. They also brought to-go lunches to distribute, ensuring participants had som

Our May 26th free laundry event at Brax Laundry - Molalla was a wonderful day of laundry, connection, and community support. We served 45 neighbors and helped complete a whopping 51 loads of laundry, ensuring our neighbors had access to clean clothes and a welcoming place to gather. It was also Pizza Day at Brax Laundry, which is always a favorite! Neighbors and volunteers enjoyed sharing a meal together while building relationships and strengthening community connections. We

Brax Laundry - Oregon City was filled with sunshine, community, and lots of support on the afternoon of May 27th. Throughout the day, we served 38 neighbors and helped wash and dry 8 small, 18 medium, and 15 large loads of laundry. We were blessed by the generous volunteers from the Oregon City Church of the Nazarene, who provided a delicious lunch of Alfredo pasta, salad, and brownies. Their kindness helped make the day extra special for everyone who attended! With support f

Brax Laundry - Molalla on May 19th was a wonderful day of kindness, yummy food, library books, and community connection! We served 48 people and helped wash 13 small loads, 17 medium loads, and 24 large loads of laundry throughout the day. Our amazing super volunteer, Deb, made chili and hot dogs, and also brought cookies for dessert. We supplied buns, condiments, and fresh fruit to complete the meal. We were also joined for part of the day by the lovely Sarah, and the amazin

What a night at Brax Laundry - Oregon City last week on May 20th! We served 35 neighbors throughout the evening, helping with 6 small loads, 25 medium loads, and 17 large loads of laundry while the parking lot transformed into a full-on carnival celebration!! The atmosphere was full of joy, laughter, and community connection thanks to an incredible team effort from phenomenal volunteers with BNI Oregon Trail Business Builders - Oregon City, OR, Partners for a Hunger-Free Oreg

May 13th at Brax Laundry was another strong day of community support, good food, and meaningful connection. We served 24 neighbors and completed 27 loads of laundry, including 4 small, 15 medium, and 8 large loads. Lunch was generously provided by the amazing duo, Brigham and Debrah, who brought taco soup, bread pudding, and fruit for everyone to enjoy. Yum!! The amazing folks from the Estacada LDS church also contributed by providing to-go lunches for guests to take with the

Our free laundry event at Brax Laundry - Oregon City on Wednesday, May 13th, was packed with great energy, full bellies, and lots of smiling faces! We served 45 neighbors throughout the day and helped with a whopping 64 loads of laundry, including 18 small, 28 medium, and 18 large loads. Lunch kept things fun and simple with a fan favorite, Costco pizza, Double Stuf Oreos, and refreshing cold water. We were joined by so many wonderful volunteers, including the amazing Terra,

Cedars Laundromat in Sandy last week (5/14) was full of good food, great community partnership, and meaningful connection. We served 34 neighbors and completed 44 loads of laundry throughout the day, including 7 small, 25 medium, and 12 large loads of laundry washed and dried. Lunch was a hit with delicious chili and cheese, tortilla chips, cookies, and even some surprise pizza. Huge thanks to Heather and Colleen Pattiani, from a fantastic church group who blessed everyone wi

Milwaukie Laundry on May 11th was a cozy afternoon filled with warm food, practical support, and caring community. We served 19 neighbors during the afternoon and helped complete 33 loads of laundry, including 8 small, 17 medium, and 8 large loads. Everyone enjoyed a comforting meal of minestrone soup, garlic bread, and cookies while spending time together and connecting with volunteers. We were also able to hand out several hygiene kits to help meet everyday needs. A special

Brax Laundry - Molalla on May 12th was filled with good conversation, helpful resources, and a little music to brighten the day. We helped 37 neighbors wash and dry a ton of laundry, including 5 small loads, 10 medium loads, and 21 large loads. A huge thank you to the amazing Jess and Pam from Grace Lutheran Church for joining us and providing lunch for everyone. Pam also brought her autoharp, which added a special touch to the afternoon and created such a warm atmosphere in

Cedars Laundromat in Sandy last week (5/7) was a sweet and simple afternoon of connection, good food, and a little unexpected fun. We served 24 neighbors through the ministry of laundry, including 3 small loads, 16 medium loads, and 8 large loads of laundry. Lunch was chicken fried rice with fruit salad, which made for a fresh and filling meal while everyone gathered together. One of the highlights of the day was someone bringing flow scarves for the team to try out. There we

May 6th at Brax Laundry - Oregon City was filled with sunshine, community, and a sweet, steady flow of folks throughout the afternoon. We served 40 neighbors during outreach, and finished 37 loads of laundry, including 5 small, 22 medium, and 18 large loads. Lunch was a comforting spread of scalloped potatoes with ham, macaroni salad, and garlic bread, which was enjoyed by many throughout the day. We were grateful to have the amazing Val from 4D Recovery with us, offering sup