On December 24, our LoveOne community gathered at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy for a truly lovely Christmas Eve laundry event. We were honored to serve 24 neighbors, helping with loads and loads of laundry while also sharing a delicious, home-style meal and meaningful conversation. It was a beautiful reminder that meeting basic needs is about so much more than services—it’s about connection, dignity, and community. A huge thank you to Tony, who generously brought an incredible

On December 18, we gathered at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy for another fabulous free laundry event, and the community showed up in powerful ways. We were honored to serve 36 neighbors, helping wash a total of 44 loads of laundry, everything from small everyday loads to larger items that are often hardest to keep clean during the winter months. Beyond clean clothes, the day was full of care and connection. Our wonderful Alina brought pizza to share, creating a warm and welcomi

Last Wednesday night at QED Laundry in Milwaukie was one of those evenings that reminded us just how powerful community can be. We served 30 neighbors as washers and dryers stayed busy with a mix of small, medium, and large loads rolling through the night. The rush kept us moving, but it also kept the space full of conversation, warmth, and connection. We were grateful to have volunteers alongside us, and it was especially meaningful to welcome one of our LoveOne board member

Brax Laundry - Molalla  on December 16 was one of those full, joyful, busy, busy days that remind us why this work matters so much. We served 50 neighbors, both familiar faces and folks joining us for the first time, while washers and dryers stayed humming all afternoon. In total, we helped with 12 small loads, 38 medium loads, and 13 large loads of laundry, all alongside great conversation and community. The shared meal set the tone for the day, with a hearty brunch spread o

Despite a damp evening on December 8th, Milwaukie Laundry was filled with warmth, good food, and meaningful connections. The rain didn’t slow our neighbors down, and we were grateful to gather together for another free laundry night alongside the incredible GracePointe  crew. We had the honor of serving 18 neighbors, helping wash an impressive 1,260 pounds of laundry across 31 loads. While washers and dryers hummed, everyone enjoyed baked potato soup, fresh rolls, and homemad

Last week, our laundry team gathered at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy on 12/11 for another day of service and connection. Together, we were able to support 32 neighbors, helping wash and dry a total of 24 loads of laundry. We turned an ordinary weekday into a moment of relief and care for many in our community. A special highlight of the day was the meal. Tony from Liquid Mettle generously provided creamy gnocchi chicken soup with warm garlic bread, filling the space with comfo

On December 10, our Brax Laundry  event in Estacada was another fabulous day of connection and care. We were able to serve 27 neighbors, helping take care of 19 loads of laundry while creating space for conversation, warmth, and community. The amazing Brigham and his incredible wife generously provided a hearty meal of twice-baked potatoes, ham, and salad, which was enjoyed by everyone and added a true feeling of home to the day. Kat, who's a total rockstar, also stopped by w

Last week at Brax Laundry - Oregon City  reminded us (once again) that community shows up in both the big moments and the small, everyday ones. On Wednesday night, 12/10, we were able to serve 35 neighbors, helping wash and dry 49 loads of laundry. Machines hummed, conversations flowed, and the space felt full in all the best ways. We were excited and grateful to have Brand Mechanic join us to photograph LoveOne in action, capturing the heart of what these laundry nights look

What a fun day we had at Welches Laundromat on December 3rd. We were grateful to serve 15 of our neighbors and wash 24 loads of laundry, offering care, connection, and a little comfort during the busy season. A huge thank-you to the fabulous Heather, who prepared a delicious pulled-pork meal that everyone enjoyed. We were joined once again by the lovely Erin from Clackamas Women’s Services, providing resources and support to anyone who needed it. And a special shout-out to ou

We wrapped up another lively afternoon at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy on 12/4, where we served 36 neighbors and finished 54 loads of laundry. A huge shoutout to the amazing Beth, who volunteered her time, and to our good friend, Compliance Officer Moody, who joined us to support the day’s efforts. Judy was busy assembling and handing out food boxes, making sure neighbors left with a little extra care for the week ahead. You're a rockstar! Our very own master chef, Tony, kept

On Tuesday, 12/2, we wrapped up another fabulous afternoon at Brax Laundry - Molalla , where 57 of our amazing neighbors came through the doors, and 68 loads of laundry were washed and dried thanks to our incredible team! Our great friend, Maggie, treated everyone to a comforting winter meal of creamy chicken soup served with mashed potatoes and warm rolls. It was the perfect pairing for a chilly December day, rounded out with some delectable brownies. A huge thank you to the

Our team gathered at QED Laundry in Milwaukie for another jam-packed free laundry night, where we served 52 of our awesome neighbors with the amazing support of the incredible volunteers who came by to help out. Together, we completed 44 loads of laundry, including 16 small, 20 medium, and 8 large loads, ensuring our community had fresh, clean clothes to head into the week with confidence and comfort. In addition to laundry services, we were able to pass out Narcan and distri

On a gray and rainy November 26th, our incredible trash team teamed up with the Milwaukie Police Department  and Code Enforcement for a much-needed cleanup at Kronberg Park! The weather was wet and wild, but thanks to four amazing participants, we loaded up Truck Norris and brought some shine back to this beautiful community space. Milwaukie Police Sergeant Inman and Code Enforcement’s Tim rolled up their sleeves alongside us, braving the mud with good humor, and, of course,

We wrapped up the pre-holiday week with a wonderfully warm free laundry event at Brax Laundry  in Estacada on 11/26. We helped 25 of our fabulous neighbors and completed 32 loads of laundry, including 8 small, 16 medium, and 8 large loads. As always, a heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteers and staff who keep these events running smoothly week after week. We were also joined by more friends from the Church of Latter-day Saints, whose presence and support added so mu

The day before Thanksgiving, we had a full and festive night at Brax Laundry - Oregon City  on 11/26! Together, we served 59 neighbors and completed 58 loads of laundry, including 16 small, 32 medium, and 10 large loads! Our amazing friends from the OC Church of the Nazarene provided an incredible Thanksgiving spread that filled the space with warmth and good food. Their crew also rolled up their sleeves to help alongside the awesome guys from the Young Men's Service League,

What a perfect way to kick off Thanksgiving week! At our November 25th event at Brax Laundry - Molalla , we were grateful to serve 44 neighbors and help with 48 loads of laundry — including 9 small, 15 medium, and 24 large loads. Our fantastic volunteers kept everything running smoothly, and the whole day felt like a cozy community gathering. It was truly a pre-Thanksgiving Soupapalooza! We had amazing friends who brought amazing soups for everyone to enjoy! Maggie warmed eve

What a warm and bustling morning we had at Cedars Laundromat  in Sandy last week! We served 43 of our awesome neighbors and helped wash 51 loads of laundry, keeping the machines humming and the community connections strengthening. Lunch was a treat thanks to our new incredible friend, Tony Ell, who brought a hearty elk stew that filled the room with delicious aroma and full bellies. We were also joined by our very favorite Sandy Compliance Officer, K. Moody, always a helpful

It was such an uplifting night at QED Laundry in Milwaukie on November 19th! We had the privilege of serving 55 fabulous neighbors and completing 54 loads of laundry, including 5 large, 25 medium, and 24 small loads. Keeping machines humming and spirits high throughout the evening. A heartfelt thank-you goes to the incredible folks with the Rotary Club of Milwaukie, Oregon , who not only sponsored the event but also graciously donated $400 to LoveOne!! Their continued support

Our November 18th free laundry event at Brax Laundry - Molalla  was buzzing with community connection and support! We were happy to welcome the amazing April from A Safe Place, who set up a resource table and spent the afternoon talking with neighbors. Our faithful volunteers, the superstar Sarah and the fabulously dedicated Deb, kept everything running smoothly as always, and we were joined by Jared, Luke, and Garrett from the Molalla River Transition Program. Such a great c

At Welches Laundromat on 11/19, we welcomed 19 of our neighbors and helped with 27 loads of laundry. It was another warm and community-filled day on the mountain. Our rock star team member, Alina, kept everyone well fed with a cozy lunch of homemade tomato soup and fresh salad, the perfect comfort food for a chilly fall afternoon. We were joined by the amazing Fengming Wu from the Oregon Department of Human Services , who spent time connecting with folks and offering support.