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Murals by Jose Solis
MFS Stark Offices are now home to two incredible murals crafted by the talented Portland-based artist, Jose Solis.
A Gathering of Good 2023: Celebrating Community, Leadership, and Impact
A Gathering of Good 2023 truly lived up to its name—a heartfelt gathering of individuals committed to creating a brighter future. Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we came remarkably close to reaching our fundraising goal of $225,000!
100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon
“They’re working to be equitable and fair with pay, they have so many amazing programs that are all doing vital work in the community, they seem to be making an effort to be inclusive and fair to all groups,” writes one employee of this organization that works to address poverty and inequity.”
MFS Cash Oregon / Inuit Financial Freedom Foundation
“In such dark times, this service has been a ray of sunshine. Thank you so much to all the volunteers and staff who make this happen for those in need.” – MFS CASH Oregon Client
MFS Hunger Relief on Fox 12
"The last two years, we’ve seen our numbers pretty much double and remain pretty steady lately,” said MFS Hunger Relief Program Manager Helen Vank. “With the price of food and gas prices up we’ve seen an increase in folks coming out to our pantries and needing the additional food support that we provide.”
Coins Club - MFS Economic Empowerment
The primary goal of Coins Club is to introduce young students to relevant financial literacy topics, including currency and forms of exchange, community focused reciprocity, and how budgeting and saving applies to more than just money, but also to time and energy.