The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation (OJCF) is proud to announce the success of its Impact
Together program, which was introduced this year to tackle pressing social issues in Oregon and
Southwest Washington. This initiative unites a cohort of nonprofits to raise funds for a shared cause.
For its inaugural 2024 campaign, OJCF focused on addressing homelessness, partnering with five
organizations from January to June 2024: Community Partners for Affordable Housing, Rockwood
CDC, HomeShare Oregon, Stone Soup PDX, and Outside the Frame.
The program brought together nonprofit leaders, government representatives, and individuals with
lived experience of homelessness to collaborate on comprehensive solutions. Each participating
nonprofit offers unique services, addressing various facets of homelessness such as housing, support
services, and job training. OJCF’s goal is not only to support these vital efforts but also to educate the
community and encourage active involvement in tackling homelessness and other critical issues.
“Addressing the complex nature of the housing and homelessness crisis requires collaboration and
partnership,” said Rachael Duke, Executive Director of Community Partners for Affordable Housing.
“These are foundational to the Impact Together program. None of the organizations can do it all. This
program has strengthened our bonds and connections with other nonprofits, giving us more ways to
work together and improving our effectiveness.”
Impact Together stands as a testament to OJCF’s dedication to engaging and supporting the broader
community while driving positive change on behalf of the Jewish community. David Forman,
President & CEO of OJCF, emphasized the importance of community collaboration: “The success of
our collaborative program highlights the power of community in addressing social issues. By bringing
together organizations working on different aspects of a social issue and channeling resources
toward a common goal, Impact Together demonstrates how collaboration can lead to lasting
positive change in our community. We deeply appreciate the support from everyone involved.”
Thanks to the generous contributions from supporters, the program raised $65,000 in 2024. These
funds will be equally distributed among the participating organizations. Beyond financial support,
Impact Together continues to foster ongoing collaboration, amplifying the collective impact on
complex issues. OJCF looks forward to continuing this impactful work, addressing social challenges,
and creating lasting positive change in the community.
To learn more about Impact Together, visit ojcf.org/impact/.
