Portland is a city that has been battling with homelessness for decades. The state has struggled to find solutions to the rising homeless issue in the Portland and wider Oregon area. One of the main struggles is finding jobs for those who are homeless or formerly homeless. However, in 1998 a homeless advocacy group and weekly alternative newspaper, Street Roots, was established to combat this specific issue by providing jobs to the homeless or formerly homeless. The paper features information around homelessness and various topics. How the program works is sellers purchase the original newspaper for 25 cents then sell them on the streets for $1 and profit the 75 cents. The program has proven to be successful as it is a way for homeless people to begin the process of getting out of their situation.
A dollar a day to you might be negligible but it is hugely impactful for those who have to work hard to earn a 75 cent profit. Even if you don't choose to read the paper, it could change an entire life.
Read more about the program on their site here: Street Roots Website
See their annual breakfast event to gain awareness of the program: Street Roots Breakfast Recap
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