Ending Homelessness for Older Adults
As rents continue to rise, and homelessness among older adults grows in duration and scope, Northwest Pilot Project continues meeting urgency with tried-and-true solutions. We are receiving more calls than ever from seniors in desperate situations: unable to keep up with increasing rent that leaves less of their fixed income for other necessities; many facing eviction; and many more with mounting back rent. We know how critical it is to prevent homelessness in the first place, as barriers quickly snowball once someone loses housing.
This year NWPP assisted in ending the homelessness or stabilizing the housing of 586 individuals, and provided significant housing services for an additional 459 individuals. For some, the difference between homelessness and housing was access to a security deposit, moving help, or a weekly check-in call; for others, it was months of advocacy and support in navigating applications, documentation, and medical or service systems. As the need continues to grow, NWPP remains committed to providing the support, advocacy, and resources older adults need to secure safe and stable housing. While we make progress one household at a time, we need more significant resources to affect larger change. were stabilized or moved to more affordable housing
“NWPP and its supporters gave me the opportunity to be still, steady, and to become stable. I am able to have a steady life.”
Who We Served:
1,045 SENIORS SERVED
and his artistic tribute to the shoes from his homeless years.
Creating Housing, Creating Hope
NWPP staff are experts at understanding seniors’ housing needs and navigating the many bureaucracies that block access to affordable homes. We know how to end homelessness one person at a time, but the severe shortage of very-low-income housing remains one of the greatest barriers. Our community must increase the number of units affordable to people earning less than $2,000/month if we want to effectively end homelessness for low-income older adults.
Toward that goal, NWPP worked closely with developers to prepare two new buildings designed for those with long histories of homelessness and high barriers to housing. Opening in October 2025, the Julia West House and Kafoury Court will create a total of 129 new Permanent Supportive Housing apartments, which will be staffed by NWPP and other community partners.
While there is no question that more affordable housing must be built, we believe expanding long-term housing subsidies is the fastest, most effective way to prevent eviction and address homelessness. We’ll continue to advocate for funding long-term rent assistance rather than shelter beds. We cannot work fast enough or grow big enough to overcome the mismatch between limited affordable housing and the vast number of people who need it.
“In just two weeks of moving into this apartment, I could feel the trauma of my period of homelessness begin to lift. I love my new home.”
Mitchell, 58
Source: Portland State University Homeless Response Action Collaborative 2025 Point In Time Count.
“It was hard to stay positive from many poor experiences in the past. I decided to try and change that and NWPP was able to help me through.”
Give the Gift of Stability, Dignity, and Hope
Your support ensures that Northwest Pilot Project can continue providing housing placement, eviction prevention, and retention services to low-income seniors.
There are many ways to support our mission:
• Make a one-time or monthly gift.
• Transfer stock, appreciated assets, or give through your donor-advised fund or IRA.
• Include NWPP in your will or trust as a legacy gift.
Please contact Laura Golino de Lovato, Executive Director, at 503-478-6868 or laurag@nwpilotproject.org for more information about providing financial support, or scan the QR code above to donate.
We also have an ongoing need for in-kind donations:
• Host a supply drive through your church, business, or community group.
• Donate household items for bedding and kitchen starter kits.
Visit our website or contact Teresa Badel Chang, Office Administrator, at 503-4786877 or teresabc@nwpilotproject.org to find out more about our supply needs.
Responsible Management, Meaningful Impact
A snapshot of our Revenue and Expense for our fiscal yearJuly 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025.
Dedicated people provide dedicated support, and bring passion and expertise that make our mission possible.
THANK YOU!
Mary Middleton, since 2005
“I’m proud of NWPP’s expertise and compassionate approach, and to represent them as a volunteer.”
Ann Middleton, since 1989
“NWPP gives me a sense of community purpose while solving client needs.”
Diane Pierce, since 1997
“In these uncertain times, it’s comforting to do something to make another person’s life better.”
information, please visit: nwpilotproject.org/financial-information
Dear Friends,
Thanks to your generosity, this past year was one of important progress and preparation at Northwest Pilot Project. And your support made it possible!
We invested deeply in laying the groundwork for providing case management services at two new Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) buildings for chronically homeless older adults, both of which will open this fall. The careful planning and staffing preparation over the past year will ensure that they launch on day one as strong, supportive homes for our clients.
We hosted two housing forums, creating a new space to educate and engage our community on the challenges and solutions related to housing for older adults. We also participated in multiple panel discussions in partnership with the film No Place to Grow Old.
And-in keeping with our long history of advocacy work-we expanded our advocacy efforts, raising the voice of older adults in policy discussions at the local and state level.
The second half of this year brought turmoil and significant funding uncertainty, particularly from federal funding, and at the local and state level, too. Yet, the one source of funding that didn’t waver-and, in fact, grew-was you. Your support truly is critical to supporting housing for our most vulnerable community members: low-income older adults.
Thank you for believing in the mission of Northwest Pilot Project and standing with us in our commitment to ensure that older adults in our community are not left behind. Together, we are building the foundation for lasting housing stability for our most vulnerable neighbors.
With appreciation,
Laura Golino de Lovato, Executive Director
Advocating for Older Adults
With funding from the Supportive Housing Services (SHS) measure, we expanded:
• Access to housing assessments
• Case management
• Housing retention support
• Permanent Supportive Housing
SHS funding is a true lifeline that has allowed us to house and stabilize more older adults than ever in our 56-year history. Protecting and extending this vital resource beyond its 2030 sunset is our top advocacy priority, especially as federal funding becomes more uncertain.
Our advocacy also pushed for stronger connections between health and housing, recognizing that a full life for older adults requires both. Over the past year, we partnered with health systems and government agencies to improve coordination and ensure clients have access to care before health challenges threaten housing stability.
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“On behalf of my parents, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for the remarkable support you provided during one of the most challenging times in their lives.
Your dedication and compassion in helping them secure a safe and welcoming home made an extraordinary difference. From finding an apartment that met their needs, to arranging assistance with moving their belongings, and even ensuring that the moving expenses were covered, your efforts went far beyond what they could have managed on their own.
After months of stress and uncertainty fol lowing a difficult situation due to my father’s dementia, they are now happily settled in their new home.
Your work has not only provided them with housing, but also restored a sense of dignity, safety, and stability in their daily lives. For that, they (and all our family) are profoundly thankful.” -Pilar
This note from Graciela and Rufino’s daughter is one of many we receive each year. Your support makes these amazing life changes possible, and we are grateful for the difference you help us make.
Thank you, NWPP supporters! We couldn’t continue to do this critical work without you.
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