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Over three days, from Sept 11 - 13, 39 volunteers gave 289 hours of service. The team included adults, teenagers, and even elementary and middle school students. Families served side by side, modeling compassion and service for the next generation.

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

Over three days, 62 volunteers contributed 371 hours to tear down the damaged structure, build a new deck, landscape the yard, and remove extensive debris—restoring safety and beauty to his outdoor space.

Ms. Ellis, a disabled senior living on a fixed income in a mobile home, was facing a dire situation. Her roof was failing, putting her home at risk of serious water damage.

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.

Ms. Lestat, a strong and courageous woman, has faced many hardships. Widowed for a decade and currently undergoing chemotherapy, she is immunocompromised and unable to keep up with the physical demands of maintaining her home. Her situation called for more than just repairs—it called for kindness, care, and community.

A Life of Resilience Ms. Fox—a proud Black, Asian, and Indigenous woman—has called her house “home” for over 20 years. After the heartbreaking loss of her husband this past December, she now carries the weight of caring for her family of three on a fixed income, one that falls below the area’s median. Like many of her neighbors, she’s faced mounting challenges in maintaining her home—challenges that had become urgent. A Call for Help When Ms. Fox reached out to the Community

Since 1984, Ms. Olds—a widow living alone in her Beavercreek home—has quietly gone about her life. But over the years, time took its toll on her house. Outdated single-pane aluminum windows and deteriorating siding left her home uncomfortable and vulnerable to the elements. She needed help, and that’s when Catalyst stepped in.

Ms. Robinson, a devoted mother and widow, lives with her adult son and 16-year-old daughter. Her son’s ongoing mental health challenges have made it difficult for her to maintain steady work, placing a heavy burden on the family.

Mr Springate's story with Catalyst is a powerful example of what it means to go “deeper” in supporting community members.

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.

Recently, Catalyst and a compassionate team of volunteers from Living Hope Fellowship joined forces to help the McCaw family.

Catalyst volunteers returned to rebuild the awning—restoring not just the structure, but a sense of dignity and security to Mr. Springate’s home.

Ms McCall purchased her first home in September 2024—a charming, single-level house thoughtfully modified to support her life as a quadriplegic. But as winter set in, Ms McCall was surprised by high energy bills that put a strain on her budget.

Mr. and Mrs. Davidson have lived in their Beaverton home for many years. But with Mrs. Davidson facing serious medical challenges and the couple struggling financially, including difficulty making mortgage payments, they’ve been unable to keep up with essential home repairs.

For 35 years, 72-year-old Mr. Springate has called his Lake Oswego house home. But recently, he faced a critical challenge

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

The Bigjoe family, neighbors living in Oregon City, are on a fixed income and face physical and financial challenges. Mrs. Bigjoe, in particular, has serious mobility issues, and their home had become unsafe for daily movement.

For nearly three decades, Ms. Hall has called her manufactured house “home.” At 55 years old and living alone, she’s faced more than her share of challenges—especially as her health has declined due to serious breathing issues. But this past year, the struggle became too much to bear alone. Her home was in disrepair, her ceiling was collapsing, and every leak in her roof was another reminder that things needed to change.

A Powerful Day of Generosity On Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, Catalyst Partnerships hosted its 15th Annual Golf Marathon fundraiser at Topgolf in Hillsboro — and we’re excited to share that we raised $190,000 (and counting)!