Welcome
Metropolitan Family Service creates opportunities that bridge generations and inspire all people to live their best life. Many of our clients face cultural and economic barriers – such as inadequate education, health issues, isolation, unemployment, and poverty.

We are dedicated to building stronger communities by providing services , connecting people with resources , and offering volunteer opportunities throughout the Portland/SW Washington region.

February 2013

Metropolitan Family Service is partnering with the Oregon Food Bank, Multnomah County and the David Douglas School District to open its 5th in-school food pantry for families of students and neighborhood residents in need . At the same time, the Grocery Outlet opened a new store in SE Portland. As part of their Grand Opening, they donated $1,000 dollars in food to our new food pantry to get it up an running. More>


Timbers Player, Jose Valencia, came out to play soccer with the students at our SUN Community School at Davis Elementary on February 26 . Jose, who is from Colombia, fielded questions in Spanish and provided answers through a translator. The event was coordinated through our our partnership with AC Portland, a group that supplies the tools to empower students to lead healthy lives, succeed academically, and inspire positive community engagement.

Willamette View seniors explore coral reef with students. The best thing about the intergenerational art program, featuring the collaboration between senior residents at Willamette View retirement community and students from our CAFE Metropolitan Family Service Community School at Oak Grove Elementary is watching relationships develop. More>

January 2013
Metropolitan Family Service Celebrates Diversity and Civil Rights
Metropolitan Family Service honored the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a celebration and cultural event for staff, supporters and partners on Thursday, January 17, 2013. Entertainment at the event was provided by the Ockley Green Middle School Choir. More>

A day to celebrate the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr . At Metropolitan Family Service we believe in justice. It is exemplified in the work we do and in our daily interactions with each other. It motivates us to continually improve our programs and to treat all people with respect and dignity.

Metropolitan Family Service's Diversity Action Team is organizing a staff event to reinforce our common values as we celebrate Martin Luther King Day. More>

December 2012
Holiday Cheer for Those in Need. At this year's event, over 50 volunteers sorted and wrapped gifts to fill hundreds of gift bags. Through the end of the year, volunteers will visit 235 older adults and people with disabilities to deliver the gift bags and handmade quilts. More

November 2012