Our Just Future: A place for housing, economic, and racial justice

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Our Just Future: A place where many families have escaped poverty and homelessness


Our Just Future, formerly known as Human Solutions, is a social services organization in Portland, Oregon that provides many resources for those in need. This organization services East Portland and East Multnomah County but is welcomed to all. Their vision states that they "envision vibrant, healthy neighborhoods where all people can share in the security, hopes, and advantages of a thriving, supportive community." This organization started in 1988 from the Multnomah County Community Action Agency, they provided seniors and low income households with home weatherization and utility assistance. Then in 1994, Human Solutions built it's first affordable housing complex in Gresham. They now are the largest provider of shelter and housing for homeless families in Multnomah county. Children also have a safe place to stay and play while their parents rebuild their lives and work to become self sufficient. In 2022, they rebranded the name from Human Solutions, to Our Just Future. With more goals to focus on such as racial, housing, and economic justice. 


Our Just Future offers a variety of services. They help in area's such as:

  • Affordable Housing

  • Utility Assistance

  • Employment Programs

  • Homeless Services

  • Trauma Informed Care

  • And Other Resources Available

You or someone you know, can also donate to Just Our Future. Items include: clothing, diapers, wipes, bed linens, hygiene items, and pet supplies. You can contact volunteer@ourjustfuture.org or call (971) 610-1827 for more information or questions.

Our Just Future has also begun constructing their newest housing community, Legin Commons. This will add another 124 affordable apartments and they will be located next to Portland Community College campus in SE Portland. They are set to be available starting in 2026!

Locations and Information:

  • Gateway Office in East Portland - 10550 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR. 97220 (503) 548-0200

  • Rockwood Office in Gresham - 124 NE 181st Ave., Suite 109, Gresham, OR. 97230 (503) 405- 7875

Business Hours: Monday-Friday (8 am- 5 pm)

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