Handle-It

February may be a shorter month, but our Catalyst Handle‑It team made every day count.

The Handle-It team started the new year on a strong note, tackling a wide range of projects across the region.

November was another full and meaningful month for our Handle-It team as they continued caring for low-income homeowners throughout the Portland metro area.

It started with a simple conversation during our weekly project meeting on October 28, 2025. Marty, one of our dedicated Advocates, shared something that weighed heavily on our hearts: several clients were worried about losing their SNAP benefits. For many of them—low-income homeowners—those benefits are a lifeline.

October was a month filled with purpose, progress, and heartfelt service. Our dedicated Handle-It volunteers stepped up to assist 12 low-income homeowners, addressing critical home repair and safety needs that directly impact daily life.

Each year, Renewal by Andersen Windows generously donates one full window replacement project, including both the windows and professional installation.

Our amazing Handle It volunteers were hard at work in August, making meaningful home repairs that truly improved lives across our communities!

July was a busy and impactful month for our Handle It team! These small-scale projects—typically completed in just a few hours by a couple of volunteers—are a vital way Catalyst NW supports homeowners with needs they may not be able to address on their own.

Catalyst’s Energy Conservation Program (ECP) team visited Mr. Ryan to conduct a free Home Energy Assessment (HEA). What they found was concerning: his only source of heat was a single Cadet wall heater, and his cooling came from a small window A/C unit in the bedroom.

In May, the Handle-It team provided valuable support to our community through several essential repair projects across Beaverton, Portland, and Canby.

Michelle bought her home new 40 years ago, a place where she could proudly raise her children in a community she loved. Over time, however,