Brax Laundry - Molalla on April 21st was a wonderful day of community, connection, and support! We served 44 neighbors and helped with 51 total loads of laundry, including 8 small loads, 18 medium loads, and 25 large loads. Lunch was a delicious spread of chicken fried rice, fresh fruit, and cupcakes, which kept everyone full and smiling. We were joined by our awesome volunteers, the fabulous Deb and Sarah, who helped make the day run smoothly and brought such great energy to

On April 22nd at Brax Laundry - Oregon City, we had the opportunity to serve 40 neighbors in our community. Throughout the day, we helped with 13 small loads, 40 medium loads, and 8 large loads of laundry, making sure families and individuals had access to clean clothes and a little extra support. Our shower cart was also out in action, providing another important resource for neighbors in need and helping us extend care beyond just laundry services. For lunch, we served bake

On April 13th at our monthly visit to Milwaukie Laundry, we had the opportunity to serve 14 neighbors and help complete a total of 27 loads of laundry, including 5 small, 14 medium, and 8 large loads. Lunch was a simple and satisfying spread of hamburgers, chips, and cookies, which brought everyone together for a warm meal and good conversation. Rita was there being her sweet and wonderful self as always, helping create the welcoming atmosphere that makes these days extra spe

QED Laundry in Milwaukie on April 15th marked a memorable day as we gathered for our final event at this location. QED is the place where it all began!! We served 26 neighbors and completed 33 loads of laundry, including 15 small, 11 medium, and 7 large loads, continuing the work that first took root here. Lunch was a hit, with plenty of Costco pizza, cookies, chips, and soda to go around, creating a warm and familiar atmosphere as we shared this closing chapter together. Thi

Cedars Laundromat in Sandy on April 16th welcomed a steady and smooth day of laundry and community, with 35 neighbors joining us. Together, we helped wash 45 loads of laundry, including 8 small, 24 medium, and 13 large loads, keeping things moving with a relaxed and easy rhythm throughout the day. Lunch kept everyone fueled and smiling, with pizza, doughnuts, granola bars, and bottled water available to enjoy. In addition to the good food and good company, we received a lovel

Our April 15th at Welches Laundromat may have been smaller in numbers, but it was still a meaningful day of connection and care. We had the opportunity to serve 9 neighbors while helping with 23 total loads of laundry, including 21 small loads and 2 medium loads. Guests enjoyed a warm meal of chicken noodle soup, rolls, and oranges while spending time in the community together. We were also grateful to be joined by the amazing folks from Mountain Life Clinic, who offered free

Another day at Brax Laundry - Molalla on April 14th means we had the privilege of serving 42 neighbors while helping complete 47 loads of laundry, including 11 small, 14 medium, and 22 large loads. Each visit is about more than clean clothes; it’s about creating a welcoming space where people feel seen, supported, and cared for! A heartfelt thank you to Pam and Jess from the Molalla Grace Lutheran Church for volunteering their time and providing a wonderful lunch of assorted

Cedars Laundromat in Sandy was full of community care on April 9th as we gathered to serve 30 neighbors and helped complete 36 loads of laundry. Every event reminds us that something as simple as clean clothes can make a meaningful difference, and this day was no exception. Our neighbors were treated to a delicious meal of sloppy joes, chips, and cupcakes, which brought plenty of smiles along the way. A huge thank you to the incredible duo, Trish and Connie, from the LDS Chur

On April 7th, at Brax Laundry - Molalla, we had another day of practical support, meaningful connection, and community care. Together, we were able to serve 37 neighbors and complete a total of 38 loads of laundry, including 7 small, 10 medium, and 21 large loads. Each machine running represents more than clean clothes; it represents relief, dignity, and one less obstacle for someone facing a hard season. Our guests were also treated to a wonderful meal. Our incredible friend

On April 8th, we gathered at Brax Laundry - Oregon City for another day of serving our neighbors through practical care and connection. During the event, we served 31 people and completed 50 loads of laundry, including 6 small, 24 medium, and 20 large loads. Every finished load is more than a household task; it’s one less burden carried by someone who may already be facing significant challenges. Our guests were also welcomed with a comforting meal of chili and cheese, fresh

On April 8th, we gathered at Brax Laundry in Estacada for another day of service and connection with our community. Throughout the event, we were able to serve 24 neighbors and help complete a total of 23 loads of laundry, including 3 small, 11 medium, and 9 large loads. Every load washed represents one less burden for a family or individual navigating a difficult season, and we’re grateful to be able to provide that kind of practical support. Our guests were also cared for w

On April 1st at QED Laundry in Milwaukie, it may have been April Fool's Day, but here, it was all love! We had the opportunity to serve 29 neighbors, helping get 47 loads of laundry washed and dried. That's including 24 small, 16 medium, and 7 large loads. Beyond the laundry, we were also able to pass out life-saving Narcan, an important step in caring for our community through harm reduction. Lunch was a hit, with a hearty chicken and bacon Alfredo pasta, fresh bread, and a

On April 2nd, at Cedars Laundromat in Sandy, it was a full and lively day of service. We welcomed 45 neighbors and helped complete 49 loads of laundry, including 8 small, 26 medium, and 15 large loads! That's quite a pile of clean laundry! Lunch brought a fun and hearty spread, chili dogs with chips and cheese, plus fortune cookies and brownies to top it all off. It was one of those meals that sparked smiles and a little extra joy throughout the room, especially the brownies

Despite a forecast calling for sunshine and warm weather, April 1st had other plans for us as we tackled what many have come to call “Trash Island.” What could have been a discouraging start quickly turned into a powerful day of impact! After being alerted to the need by Deputy Clark and Jennifer Kauppi, we gathered our faithful crew and got to work. In total, 11 participants with lived experience showed up ready to serve, and together we filled the majority of a 40-yard dump

At Welches Laundromat on April 1st, we had a smaller but still meaningful gathering, serving 9 neighbors and completing 23 loads of laundry together. Even on quieter days, the impact runs deep, and this was no exception. The fabulous Heather prepared a fresh pasta salad and brought bananas and grapes, offering a light and refreshing meal that was greatly appreciated. It created space for folks to slow down, connect, and enjoy a moment of care in the middle of their day. We we

On March 31st, at Brax Laundry - Molalla , we had the privilege of serving 47 neighbors and completing 51 loads of laundry. It was a steady, full day with plenty of meaningful connections woven throughout. Lunch was a comforting highlight. The fabulous Amy prepared delicious cheddar broccoli and chicken noodle soup, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, while the lovely Maggie added a sweet touch by bringing rolls and cookies for everyone to enjoy on the side. We were gra

At Brax Laundry - Oregon City on March 25th, we had the opportunity to serve 50 amazing neighbors, helping complete a total of 70 loads of laundry. It was a steady, full day with 24 small loads, 33 medium loads, and 13 large loads—each one making a difference for someone in our community. Lunch was a big hit, with pasta served alongside extra bread for folks to take home and enjoy later. A huge thank you to the Oregon City Church of the Nazarene for providing such a generou

At Brax Laundry in Estacada on March 25th, we served 25 neighbors and kept things moving with a steady flow of laundry throughout the day, completing 28 loads! The amazing Debra brought a delicious lasagna that made for a warm and hearty meal, along with cake slices and cupcakes that added a sweet touch for everyone to enjoy. The LDS Church of Estacada also supported the day by providing sack lunches for neighbors to take with them. It was extra special to have Debra and Bri

At Cedars Laundromat in Sandy on March 26th, we served 37 neighbors and completed 48 loads of laundry, making for another full and impactful day in the community. We were joined by the amazing Officer K. Moody from Sandy Compliance, as well as the fabulous Jennifer from the Oregon Department of Human Services , both helping connect with and support community members. The amazing folks from Mountain Life Clinic also came out from Welches to offer free 10-minute massages, bri

At Brax Laundry - Molalla on March 24th, we served 40 neighbors and completed 50 loads of laundry!! It was a very full and meaningful day, made even better by the support of our community. Our fabulous Maggie prepared an amazing chicken and rice soup that brought comfort and warmth to everyone who stopped in. We were also joined by a fantastic team of volunteers. Alex, Angel, Haley, Hannah, Chantelle, Deb, Sarah, Pastor Tom, and last but most certainly not least, the folks f