Church at the Park began 18 years ago with a simple potluck — and a mission to build real relationships with people experiencing homelessness.Today, they’ve grown into a team of over 100, operating five shelters and housing programs that empower individuals to set goals, find pathways, and maintain agency in rebuilding their lives.Over half of their staff have lived through homelessness themselves — bringing empathy, trust, and hope to every interaction. With more than 50% of participants moving into stable housing within 6 to 9 months, their results speak for themselves.💡 Discover how faith, data, and compassion are reshaping Oregon’s response to homelessness — and why community collaboration matters now more than ever.👉 Watch the full episode now and explore more local stories at:https://media.salembusinessjournal.org/#CommunityImpact #Homelessness #Leadership #OregonVoices #NonprofitWork #SocialChange #SalemOR #HumanityFirst
