Last week at Brax Laundry  in Estacada on 11/12, we shared another warm and welcoming laundry day with our neighbors. Twenty-two people joined us, and together we tackled 28 loads of laundry! Fresh starts all around! A big, heartfelt thank-you to the Church of Ladder Day Saints for providing food and keeping everyone fueled and cheerful throughout the event. Their generosity added so much warmth to the day. We’re grateful for every neighbor who shows up, every volunteer who s

On November 19th, our fearless trash team headed out to support a request from the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office , responding to a known problem area that has long struggled with leftover debris. Everything from previous RV sites to illegal dumping and litter left by truck drivers who park along the road. Armed with four hardworking crew members and Truck Norris, our beloved four-wheel-drive trash ninja that just got new tires, we tackled an eight-block stretch that was r

At our free laundry event at Brax Laundry - Oregon City , on 11/12, the machines were humming from start to finish. We welcomed 45 neighbors and completed 59 loads of laundry. 12 small, 21 medium, and 26 large loads, each one a reminder of how much clean clothes can restore comfort and dignity. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible staff and volunteers who kept everything running smoothly, and to our friends at Earth Breeze  for continuing to support this work. Community ca

Our November 13th event at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy was full of warmth, connection, and a whole lot of clean clothes! We welcomed 44 neighbors and finished 48 loads of laundry, all while sharing good food and even better company. We were delighted to have Grace and Tracy from the Oregon Department of Human Services  join us for the day, bringing their friendly energy and support to the space. And of course, it wouldn’t be a Sandy event without our favorite neighbor, Scot,

Our November free laundry evening at Milwaukie Laundry felt a little like an early Thanksgiving celebration, and we loved every minute of it!! Our faithful and fabulous volunteer Abby went all out, bringing a full Thanksgiving dinner for everyone to enjoy. We’re talking turkey, all the trimmings, and pie. Truly a feast! To make the night even cozier, Maggie arrived with a crockpot of hot spiced cider that filled the whole space with that warm, seasonal aroma. It was the perfe

What a fabulous fall afternoon we had at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy on November 6! Together, we served 41 of our neighbors and got through 63 loads of laundry. It was a full day of connection, conversation, and care. We were grateful to be joined by the incredible Erin Ritchie from Clackamas Women's Services , whose presence and partnership continue to strengthen the support available to our community. And we’re excited to welcome a brand-new community friend, Tony Ell, who

What a cozy day in Welches! We welcomed 22 awesome neighbors and helped with 31 loads of laundry at Welches Laundromat on Wednesday, 11/5. A special thank-you to Heather, the wonderful owner, for joining us and sharing her space with such warmth and generosity every month. Lunch was an absolute treat thanks to Tim and Alex from the Rendezvous Grill & Tap Room , who brought delicious turkey sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches, plus some warm and comforting Hungarian mushroom soup

What a great morning in Molalla! At Brax Laundry - Molalla  on 11/4, we served 50 of our neighbors and helped wash 11 small, 19 medium, and 26 large loads of laundry. That’s a whole lot of clean clothes and warm hearts. Our amazing Maggie and Amy kept spirits high as they showed off the amazing dryer sheets and hand sanitizer (we’re still talking about that fresh scent!). And a huge thank-you to the fabulous Kayla from Rent Well for setting up a table and sharing valuable res

What a wonderful evening in Milwaukie! At our free laundry event at QED Laundry, we served 36 neighbors and completed 44 loads of fresh and clean laundry! That's 18 small, 18 medium, and 8 large loads washed and dried. A huge thank-you goes out to the Clackamas Sunrise Rotary , who not only volunteered their time but also graciously donated funds to support this event. Your generosity helps keep our neighbors cared for and connected. We are so grateful to everyone who helps o

On Halloween, October 31st , we gathered for a spooky, surprisingly dry, and delightfully spirited Trash Extravaganza under the Oregon City boardwalk and beyond! What started as a focused cleanup near the east end quickly turned into a much bigger adventure when we discovered that some wonderful folks had already tackled part of the job, so our crew expanded the mission! We split into four small teams, covering zones all across downtown Oregon City: the transit center, downto

What a great evening in Sandy! At Cedars Laundromat , we welcomed 48 neighbors and completed 51 soapy loads of laundry. We were joined by our good friend, Officer K. Moody, from Sandy Compliance, who stopped by to connect and offer support. We love having Officer Moody here! A huge thank you to our awesome Alina for bringing pizza and the incredible Brigham for the delicious fresh salad. It was the perfect combo for a cozy fall night. And of course, we couldn’t resist adding

It was a spooky day at Brax Laundry - Molalla  on 10/28! We welcomed 47 neighbors and helped wash 59 loads of laundry. We had fresh clothes and fresh smiles all around! We had some fabulous pre-Halloween fun, complete with pumpkins and sugary candy! A huge shoutout to our amazing volunteer, Sarah, for showing up with her trademark warmth and kindness. And big thanks to Alina for bringing pizza for lunch, which made the day even better! Together, everyone made sure our neighbo

Our team was busy as bees at Brax Laundry - Oregon City  on 10/22 last week! We served 40 neighbors, washing 12 small, 21 medium, and 26 large loads. That’s a lot of clean clothes and fresh starts! A big thank you to the Oregon City Church of the Nazarene  for providing a delicious meal that filled our bellies and warmed our hearts. We’re so grateful for your continued partnership and care for our community!! And a special shout-out goes to our amazing friend and beauty queen

Our team was in Sandy for another wonderful morning at Cedars Laundromat  on Thursday, 10/23, and we served 36 neighbors and completed 36 loads of laundry! We were joined by our great friend Officer K. Moody from Sandy Compliance, who connected with guests and shared valuable community insight. A huge thank you is due to our amazing Alina for bringing a warm and hearty breakfast casserole with sausage, along with peaches and biscuits on the side for everyone to enjoy. The per

It was a cozy and meaningful evening in Estacada last week at Brax Laundry ! We were able to serve 15 neighbors and wash 24 loads of laundry together. A big thank you goes out to the incredible Brigham and his fabulous wife, who delivered a generous donation of sack lunches from the incredible folks at the LDS Church of Estacada, complete with sandwiches, fruit, chips, and water. Their kindness kept everyone fueled and smiling while the washers hummed. We will be back at Brax

What a fun-filled evening we had last week at Brax Laundry - Molalla  on 10/21! We served 52 neighbors and washed 54 loads of laundry, all while sharing good food, warm smiles, and great company. Our amazing Deb treated everyone to lasagna soup, garlic bread, and brownie cookies. It was pure comfort food perfection! A huge thank you to the Molalla Library  for bringing the Bookmobile (Ellen and Madeline, you’re the best!), and to the lovely Laura from Goodwill for stopping by

What a fantastic night at QED Laundry in Milwaukie on 10/15! We welcomed 42 neighbors and powered through 66 loads of laundry. That’s a whole lot of clean clothes and community connection! A huge shout-out to the amazing Andrea, our fabulous QED volunteer, who absolutely saved the day with her radiant smiles and unstoppable energy. And let’s not forget our fantastic friend Brigham, who is rocking his new role and winning everyone’s hearts (and stomachs!) with his amazing cuis

It was a quieter evening at Milwaukie Laundry this month, but no less full of lots of laundry, community warmth, and good food! The always amazing GracePointe  crew was on site and helped 11 neighbors tackle 900 pounds of laundry, making sure every load got done with care and kindness. Our dinner was classic comfort food. Our fabulous friends, The Campbells, cooked up hearty spaghetti and meatballs, and like true Italian grandmothers, we were urging everyone to “Eat! Eat!” Ev

A full and joyful evening was had at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy last week on 10/16! We connected with 37 neighbors and helped wash 40 loads of laundry! There were fresh clothes and warm smiles all around. A huge thank you to the incredible Judy, who brought food boxes for our neighbors, and to the fabulous April with A Safe Place, who set up a resource table and offered support. We also appreciated Officer K. Moody from Sandy Compliance for stopping by and lending a hand. We

It was a cozy evening at Welches Laundromat this week! We welcomed 12 neighbors and helped them wash 16 loads of laundry, sharing good company and warm conversation while the machines hummed along. A special thanks to the amazing Fengming Wu from ODHS for joining us and offering resources and support to our neighbors. We’re always grateful for community partners who help us care for one another. Simple moments of clean clothes, kind words, and connection can make all the diff