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FAF1 Davis
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This is a single mother who has been raising her children on her own and transitioned from living in shelter to attaining her own housing. Her mother recently became homeless and has moved in with her to help her out. She has been able to maintain her housing; however she has little money left over for things like birthdays and holidays. She is extremely grateful for help.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF2 Bruton
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Both parents are currently on SSI and had been attending school part-time to better their income and work towards self sufficiency. Nicole became pregnant and their daughter was born extremely early and is still in the hospital since she is unable to breathe on her own yet. Both parents have been spending as much time at the hospital as possible while caring for their other children and have not been able to complete their schooling. They both hope to return as soon as the baby is safely at home and situated.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF3 Roger
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Chuck is the father of a teenage daughter. They are working with a housing program. They are living on a limited income and currently working towards increasing his income to become self sufficient. Chuck has worked very hard to stay in apartment so that his daughter does not have to change schools and so that they do not have to start over again. He is very appreciative of any assistance he receives.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF4 Knake
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Julene is working with GNC in a housing program. She works full-time as a server to care for her three children on her own. Because she has found stable housing she no longer has to worry about where her family will sleep at night she has been able to go back to school and get her GED. This is something she has been trying to accomplish for a quite a while and she feels very proud that she has reached this goal. She is very excited and grateful for the assistance she receives.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF5 Clark
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The Clark family came to shelter in 2009. They were displaced because while mom was working two jobs her teenage children were getting into troublesome situations. Mom to decided to work one job, take a cut in pay and be available to supervise her children in order to offer them proper guidance necessary to help them stay out of trouble. Upon leaving shelter this family entered into a housing program. Mom and the oldest son have been working hard to increase the family income. Mom is now raising not only her daughter but her grandaughter who belongs to another child no longer living in the home. This family is extremely warm and they are working hard to attain their goals and become self-sufficient.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF6 Tran
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Son and Isabel lived at the GNC shelter in early 2009. Upon leaving shelter they moved into a housing program. Right after moving Son was laid off from work, luckily they are able to make ends meet with his unemployment and the money they were able to save while living at GNC. This family is extremely active; they do a great job of finding free or extremely low cost activities so they can spend quality time together. Isabel is going back to school and both she and Son are looking for work.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF7 Alexander
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF8 Curtis
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF9 Escobar
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Lommie came into the GNC a few years ago with his children. He went into, and successfully completed the housing program. His two boys are now grown and out of the house; because of unforeseen tragedy he is now raising his young daughter on his own. He has been completely self sufficient, working full time since leaving shelter. Unfortunately, like so many people today, he has been laid off work twice this past year and is now struggling to live on unemployment while continuing to look for work. This is an extremely cohesive family unit and he is very appreciative that he will have assistance in making this a memorable holiday for his daughter.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF10 Johnson
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Mom and her family have been working with agency on an ongoing basis while she completes her schooling. Mom has been the victim of domestic violence situation. When this family first came to agency mom was unemployed and was struggling to keep herself afloat both emotionally and financially. Since that time she has been able to increase her income and has been able to pay her bills on time as well as work on repairing her credit and maintain stable housing. Her goal is to become completly self sufficient.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF11 Moore
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The mom of this family is the victim of domestic violence. She has been working with a shelter for a few years while she works to increase her emotional stability and to provide a safe, healthy environment for her children. Her son has been a victim of gang violence and is in a wheelchair. SHe works hard to care for him and her other small children.
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF12 Jones
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Upon entering shelter mom was unemployed and trying to care for her teenage son. While living in shelter she was able to find full time employment and stable housing. She is working with GNC to budget her money so that she is able to stay current on rent, pay off past debt, and stop incurring new debt. She is fighting a gambling addiction and has done a great job of being accountable. She is grateful for the assistance she will be receiving this holiday season as it will allow her to continue working on her goals without interfering with her sons holiday!
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This family has been adopted by Madeline's Party
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FAF13 Bisonette
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This young mother has just moved into an apartment with her child. They are trying to furnish the new apartment and need help to do so. This family has had experience with the foster care system and is not able to rely on anyone else to help them. They would appreciate any assistance for the holidays.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF14 Butler
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Single, first time mom that is still learning to care for her child on her own. Was recently approved for housing through a teen parent program. In very high need of any household supplies to give her a start.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF15 Cruz
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This family of 3 has been struggling while looking for employment. Any assistance will help.
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This family has been adopted by Arion/ Stauffer/ Sample Family
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FAF16 Yerton
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Melissa is a single mother raising two children on her own. The 2 1/2 year old is currently receiving services through early intervention for developmental delay. Mother battles with depression which is keeping her from being employed at this time. Any help is appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF17 McKay
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Jamie is a single mother raising two children. She is a very hard-working mother and is working toward her goal of becoming self-sufficient one day. Jamie never asks for herself and will go out of her way to help others in need. She works full time to provide for her children but most times it is not enough to pay her monthly bills and household necessities. Jamie's family has not been able to celebrate Christmas for the past 5 years due to no money or access to resources. Her children never complain and simply wait for gifts when their mother can provide them. This family would truly appreciate holiday help.
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This family has been adopted by EBMS
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FAF18 Brown
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This mom is a single mom with an 8 year old boy and due to have another baby boy on December 22. Mom works full time as a care provider traveling 5 days a week to assist the seniors in our community in their homes with chores that they can no longer do by themselves. Since she is the only provider in the home she is not taking much time off from her job after baby is born. She struggles paying her bills but manages the best she can. Thie family could use some Christmas cheer.
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This family has been adopted by ConWay
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FAF19 Wiese
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Traci has been unemployed for quite some time and this multi-generational family is experiencing financial and emotional distress. Traci's son Gabe is a person with mental retardation and developmental delays. He struggles with challenging behaviors both at home and at school. This family is in need of clothing, food, and household supplies.
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This family has been adopted by Biamp Systems
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FAF20 Shabazz
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This blended family consists of mom's 2 sons, dad's 2 sons, 1 son together and another on the way (hoping for a girl!). Dad has just started back to work after being laid off and they struggle to get the things they need to maintain the household. Mom has gone back to school to get her degree in Human Development and hopes to contribute to the family finances when she receives her degree. This family is strong in education and spending quality time with each other which includes the many sports that the boys are in. Please help this family have a pleasant Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by Merlo Corporation
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FAF21 Camel
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Lasheba has been working with the GOALS program for 6 years. She is a dedicated single mother, hardworking and always looking to better her self for her children. She works hard to provide for her family and she struggles with a learning disability but that has not let that hold her back. She is working towards a better future for her children and hopes to end the cycle generational poverty within her family. Because of her disability she is persistent and is working to overcome life's challenges.
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This family has been adopted by Vancouver Old Navy
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FAF22 Mendoza
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The Mendoza family can use some help at the holidays. Dad's is the only one working and his hours have been cut to just a few hours a week. Mom makes changes and works hard to provide a better life for her children. She has had to make many sacrifices and struggles with meals, transportation, clothes, etc. Any assistance will help them have a wonderful holiday.
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This family has been adopted by McCaffrey Family
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FAF23 Robinson
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Lashawnda is a single mother of five children. Currently on maternity leave due to new born baby and on a fixed income to support her family. One of her children was diganosed with ADHD at an eary age. Any help for this family is very appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by The Oregon Clinic
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FAF24 Starr
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Samantha is a single parent with four children. She has young twins. a toddler who struggles with a speech delay and a teen-age daughter who is just returning to her home. Samantha recently started back to school full-time to better her chances at good paying job to support her family. Any holiday help is appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Women's Health Center of Oregon
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FAF25 Lopez
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Maria is a single mother of 6 children. A survivor of DV, she and her children were sleeping in shelters, busses, parks and transitional housing. She now has a place to live but is struggling to find a job. Her kids suffer with a lot of anger for the trauma they have all been through. Her children have never had a normal Christmas and she would very much appreciate any assistance in providing her kids a nice Christmas with a few presents and a special holiday meal.
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This family has been adopted by Keller Williams Clackamas Employees
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FAF26 Arizmendi
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Maria is a single mother of 2 children. She recently lost her job due to an injury. She is back at school taking ESL classes, looking for a new job and worried about how she is going to provide a Christmas for her children. She is going through a very difficult time and can you use any assistance.
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This family has been adopted by Tina and Darrell
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FAF27 Bell
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This family of 3 are survivors of DV who are now on their own. Mom is currently not working and struggles to pay the bills with the assistance she receives. She does not have the money to pay for sports to keep the girls active and often does not have enough to buy personal hygiene products. Would really appreciate any assistance in providing a nice Christmas for her family until she is in a position to do so herself.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF28 Campbell
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This family has been through some very difficult times. In spite of this the love and bond between father and children remains strong. They appreciate any help at the holidays!
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This family has been adopted by Tonkin Wilsonville Nissan Employees
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FAF29 Lambert
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The Lambert family moved to Portland a few years ago from their reservation in the hopes of a better life and a better education for their children. During this time the family has struggled with living expenses and utility bills. Their children have become more out-going and this has been rewarding for the parents to see them doing better academically and socially. This family wants to stay in Portland and have as stable of a life as possible but need all the help they can get to keep their family healthy and thriving.
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This family has been adopted by Napier & Company, LLC
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FAF30 Grebe
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This family is working very hard to become self sufficient. Mom is a cancer patient yet still going to school - she will be graduating from Everest College in November 2009. Unable to provide simple things for the children in toys and clothes. Christmas help will be appreicated.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF31 Gomez
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This family consists of mom, dad and 4 children. Mom is the only one working at this time and the family is living paycheck-to-paycheck with no extra money. Without assistance this family will not have a memorable holiday.
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This family has been adopted by New Seasons Market Mtn. Park
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FAF32 McGaw
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This past year has been a tough one for Terri and her family. She miscarried at 4 months, her dad passed away and she has struggled to finish her schooling with all these events. She is trying hard to accomplish her goals of being self sufficient and being the one to help others someday. At this time she can not provide any Christmas presents for her children and would appreciate any help in bringing a smile to their faces.
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This family has been adopted by Robert Half International
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FAF33 Hernandez
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This is a family who has really strong family beiefs and values. Dad is only working a few hours a week and the past year has been rough financially. Mom remains upbeat and thanks God for another day full of life and health. Mom would appreciate any help putting a smile on her childrens faces for Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by Ann and Friends
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FAF34 Johnson
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Eric is a single father of three girls, he is dedicated hard working and always tries to make sure his kids have what they need. This past year he has been looking for steady work as he is limited due to a disablity. He provides best he can with his SSI money which isn't enough for a family of four. This family is very deserving of Christmas assistance.
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This family has been adopted by Haley and Friends
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FAF35 Vaca
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This mom of 4 children has been going through a difficult situation. she has been out of work for the last 3 months. She has always put a priority on paying her apartment rent first so that her children have a consistent place to live. In spite of her economic struggles, she has prioritized trying to learn new skiils to become a better mom and keep improving her relationship with her children.
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This family has been adopted by Extensis
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FAF36 Lea
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This single parent is a hard working, fulltime student and mother. She believes in provding the best life for her child as possible. Currently, she picked up a part-time job to help her grandmother with some bills. She pays for her own tuition so she can attend school. She would be grateful to be adopted so that her son would have a wonderful first Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF37 Arbella
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Single mom of 2 small girls and grandmother live together. Grandmother watches the 2 girls while mom attends school and jobs program. MOm has very little money after she pays her bills and would like to buy her little girls an outfit, take them out to eat or just do something fun with them. This family will benefit from any assistance this year.
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This family has been adopted by Mann Family
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FAF38 Jacobo
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Susie is a single mom of 2 teenage boys and a 23 year old son who will be coming home from Iraq in November after 4 years of military service. After relocating from Nevada to Portland last May due to family circumstances, Susie was unable to find any work. While she continued her intensive job search, the family's heat was shut off and she hasn't had the resources to get it turned back on. She is grateful to have found two part-time jobs last month but with winter weather setting in and bills piling up she is in need of help to get back on track. If heat assistance were all they received this holiday they would be extremely grateful. Susie and her sons would deeply appreciate any help in making their holidays a bit brighter.
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This family has been adopted by Business Service Team at Waggener
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FAF39 Wedge
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This single mom of 2 boys is currently working hard to pay the monthly household bills and purchase food for the family. She is the only source of income for the family and will not be able to afford gifts for the boys during the holiday season. It would go a long way for this family to know that someone out there cares and is willing to help them have a memorable Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF40 Wallace
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Belinda is a single mother with 2 children. This family has been living in a very conservative environment due to limited income. Recently both children were diagnosed with high blood sugar. Mom has been diligent in changing food preparation and helping the children best deal with this. SHe is working hard creating hand crafted fabric items to sell as part of an artist group. She would love for her children to have a great Christmas as they have been so resilant in the changes in their lives.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF41 Kilander
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Rayna is a single mom of an active toddler. She is a full time student with very limited resources but she is diligently focused on creating a future for herself and her daughter. She just completed her AA degree and is now working on her BA in Social Science. She is working very hard to provide for her daughter and improve their situation. Any Christmas help will be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Stagecraft Industries
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FAF42 Green
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Shantina is working part-time and attending PCC. She doesn't make enough money to support her family but she is very motivated on moving forward. She struggles with paying rent, monthly bills and buying groceries for her children. She will not be able to purchase gifts for them without some assistance. This family would greatly appreciate any help.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF43 Reed
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This family of 5 has had its share of struggles over the past 2 years. Dad has worked in construction industry for the last 25 years steady and then has been layed off twice in the last 2 years. Mom works but this barely covers monthly bills. They also have the cost of diabetic meds for dad and a developmentally disabled son who has expenses. The family has downsized everything they can and are thankful that they have each other. As there is no money for any extras this Christmas any help is appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by SurveyMonkey
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FAF44 Buchholtz
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This family of 5 os having a difficult time making ends meet. The mother is now single and taking care of the kids on her own. The family did not have enough money for school supplies, P.E.shoes, of field trips to start out the school year. Any Christmas assistance would help and be one less thing that mom has to worry about.
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This family has been adopted by Brandon Salem
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FAF45 Turner
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This is a family of 2. Mom is really juggling her time with her daughter while trying to pick up extra hours at work in order for her child to have any type of Christmas this year. Mom is raising daughter on her own with limited income while working, going to school (wants to get into a nursing program)and trying to find an inexpensive car. Any help will be appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Extensis
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FAF46 Baker
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Carven is a single father of 4 children, three of which are currently living with him. He has been off work without unemployment benefits due to an accident. He will not be able to afford any warm items for his children as the winter and wet wather approcaches. Christmas gifts will also be impossible for him to provide.
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This family has been adopted by Oregon Friends
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FAF47 Chandler
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This family of 5 has been working hard to budget their limited income and get caught up on all of their bills. Charles works full time as a gas attendant so he can provide for the children and improve their situation. He has paid off many of his debts and his budgets well for the family. The biggest concern for the family currently is their large PGE bill. Teresa cares for the children but would like to get her CNA license this year. Any help will be appreciated and go a long ways in helping this family have a less stressful holiday season.
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This family has been adopted by Brett Johnson and Staff
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FAF48 Sabin Kelly
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This family has been struggling financially for years and mom has been working hard to connect her family with community resources to help meet basic needs and strengthen their family connection. This family has experienced homelessness and they are now in a stable living environment. Mom continues to remain positive and this family would truly benefit from adoption at the holidays.
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This family has been adopted by Buckley LeChevallier
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FAF49 Jones
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This family of 5 has been trying to make the best of what they have. Dad is in the construction field and has been out of work for most of the year. Mom works very part-time but it is not enough to cover all the expenses and have anything left over. They have been very stressed about this but remain upbeat in the fact that they have each other. Mom and Dad were reluctant to accept help but want their children to have some presents to open.
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This family has been adopted by SurveyMonkey
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FAF50 Crombie
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This family of 2 with a baby due any day sure could use some holiday cheer. Joshua is currently back at work and is hoping to be accepted into an electricians apprenticeship program soon. With money tight and a baby arriving shortly they would appreciate any help.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF51 Fenimore
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This family of 7 is a blended family. Mom, dad and their teenage son, 2 grandchildren, and 2 other children that they have taken in. Currently they are receiving some assistance and are awaiting an SSi determination. The family is always trying to help others where they can and could use some holiday cheer.
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This family has been adopted by The Derrick Family
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FAF52 Donovan
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This family of 5 has been working hard to stay afloat. Dad was injured and has had multiple surgeries and still isn't able to work. Mom is working but by the time the monthly bills are paid there is nothing left over. They would love for their teenagers to have a memorable Christmas this year.
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This family has been adopted by The Wood Family
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FAF53 Erickson
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Brittany is a single mother of an active toddler. She is attending school and will be graduating soon. She wants very much to improve their situation.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF54 Anderson
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This is a family of 3. These are grandparents who are taking care of grandson Keion who is a high needs child. The family gets by on social security and limited assistance from the state. Even though grandmother is disabled she works hard to make sure that Keion has everything he needs. He is 7 years old and in the first grade. He is a computer whiz and loves to read. He had a difficult life before coming to live with his grandmother but since living here he has stabilized and is thriving. They make sure the bills are paid but nothing left over for Christmas. Grandma would love to make his Christmas special with your help.
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This family has been adopted by Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
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FAF55 Noffsinger
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Alice is a single mom of an active 4 year old son. She is working hard to improve their situation. In January she lost her full time CNA job and has been looking for work ever since. She just found a part-time job starting in November and she is enrolled in training to improve her skills as well. This family is grateful for any support they receive.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF56 Evans
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Angela is a single mom with three kids who has been working hard to provide basic necessities. The downturn in the economy has caused loss of hours at her job (providing direct care at a local group home) creating extreme hardship for the family. She is struggling to keep her electricity turned on and provide clothes and school supplies for her children. The family would deeply appreciate any assistance they receive through the Adopt A Family program.
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This family has been adopted by Chiropractic for Health Center in Lake Oswego
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FAF57 Elgin
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This family has faced some challenges with the downturn in the economy. Donny was laid off from his full-time job; Aesha is working full-time as a housekeeper while Donny cares for the kids and looks for a job. Aesha is very involved in her community, grateful for life's blessings and eager to serve others. They are working hard to provide for their two children and improve their situation. They will be most appreciative of any help they receive this holiday season.
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This family has been adopted by Andes/Danielson Families
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FAF58 Morales
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Vicente is a construction worker but has been working only one day a week due to the economy. He has been diligent in his search for a job that would provide a stable income. Rosa is a stay-at-home mom taking care of their young son while taking ESL classes to improve her English. She hopes to pursue culinary school and become a chef. They would be very grateful for any help to make this a special Christmas for their young son.
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This family has been adopted by The Southwest Book club
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FAF59 Cebreros
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Adriana is a single mom with four kids. She lost her Human Resources job in March and has been unable to find another job. She is currently supporting her family on unemployment benefits, which doesn't leave much for extras. She is very involved in her community and engages her children in serving the community as well. In spite of her limited budget, she has gotten her children involved in school activities such as sports and music but family activities and larger necessities are a challenge. Adriana and her children would deeply appreciate any assistance they receive through the Adopt A Family program.
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This family has been adopted by McMahon & D'Ambrosia Families
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FAF60 Rivera
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Zaida, a single mom of three, is struggling to make ends meet since losing her job last year after six years of stable employment. Her 20 year old son would love to attend college classes or a training program but cannot due to tuition costs. He is currently seeking employment to help support the family. Zaida would like to enroll in classes to improve her English skills and find a job in social services. Participation in the Adopt A Family program would go a long way to help this family enjoy a wonderful holiday season.
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This family has been adopted by OHSU Family Medicine
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FAF61 Ubaldo-Trinidad
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Antonio is working reduced hours at his construction job, due to the economy. Rufina recently completed ESL class, cares for their two sons and works as a seasonal farm worker. The children enjoy reading books - in English and Spanish. This family is working hard to improve their situation and provide for their children. They would greatly appreciate any help.
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This family has been adopted by Mt. Hood Legacy Nurses
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FAF62 Reyes
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Miguel works in construction but hours have been significantly reduced due to the economy. Maria has completed two terms of ESL classes and continues to improve her English skills while caring for their children. She hopes to begin Spanish Literacy classes this year. This family has been working hard to improve their situation and provide for their children. A helping hand this holiday season would be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Team Z
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FAF63 Victoriano
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Apolinar, a single mom with four kids, is working hard to support her family but is struggling to make ends meet. She has a part-time job at a pre-school and is currently looking for additional work to supplement her family's budget. Her goal is to work in social services helping families. This family would greatly appreciate any help this year.
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This family has been adopted by Orchard Heights Senior Center
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FAF64 Lopez
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Eduardo and Maria are working hard to provide stability for their children. He works full-time for a packaging company and she works part-time in fast food and takes classes at the local community college to improve her English. They have diligently budgeted their limited income to make ends meet but are living without living room seating and their kids need clothes. They would be grateful for any assistance they receive this holiday season.
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This family has been adopted by The Clemmer Family
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FAF65 Miller
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Missy, a single mom, is currently attending college, working towards a degree in Criminal Justice. After escaping a domestic violence situation, she has worked very hard to provide a stable home for herself and her 5 yr old son. Any Christmas assistance would help and be one less thing that mom has to worry about.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF66 Laureano
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Mery is a single mom who struggles to provide for her children. She owns a cleaning business but has seen a sharp decline in business since the downturn in the economy and has had to depend on help through government assistance programs to get by. She is a hard worker and hopes that the economy will improve soon so she can better provide for her children. Her life revolves around her children. Any assistance provided for the holidays would be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Tektronix Marketing Americas
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FAF67 Hernandez
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Carolina is a single mom of a 2 year old daughter. She has been struggling to keep up with her bills and relies heavily on community resources to provide for herself and her daughter. A helping hand this holiday season would be greatly appreciated by this family.
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF68 Middleton
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Jessica, a single mom of three children, is attending school and working on call as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Her goal is to earn her nursing degree and better provide for her children. Any Christmas assistance would help and be one less thing that mom has to worry about.
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This family has been adopted by Oregon State Board of Nursing
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FAF69 Lipp
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Shane is a construction worker and Jamie is a stay-at-home mom, caring for their four children, one of whom has special needs. They are active in their community and work hard to provide for their children and improve their situation. This is a family that would greatly benefit from adoption this holiday season.
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This family has been adopted by Women's Health Center of Oregon
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FAF70 Martin
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Lisa is a single mom of two on a fixed income who struggles to make ends meet. She is battling depression in addition to her financial difficulties. She would appreciate any help to make this a happy Christmas for her children.
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This family has been adopted by Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
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FAF71 Smith
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Gabby is a single mom of a 16 month old daughter and has just been awarded custody of her two brothers. Last year this family was split up and homeless and she hopes to make this a memorable Christmas for her new family unit. Their dream is to be adopted this year as they celebrate their first Christmas together as a family. This family would truly appreciate holiday help.
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This family has been adopted by Elofson
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FAF72 Reyes
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Lidia is a single mom with 5 kids, living paycheck to paycheck. She works hard to accomplish her goals. The family has been struggling financially and the family circumstances became more difficult when her teenage daughter had a baby this year. Please help Lidia's kids have Christmas this year. Without their being adopted it will not happen.
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This family has been adopted by TBD
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FAF73 Monteverdi
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Jenny is a high school student who recently left the foster care system. She is completing high school while struggling to live independently with her sister and her sister's partner. They are trying hard to succeed living on their own for the first time. They would appreciate any help with food costs, clothing and basic household supplies.
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This family has been adopted by TBD
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FAF74 Sigvenza
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Daisy is a single mom with 5 children. She had a full time job but recently her hours have been cut and she struggles to provide for her family. Her mom and younger siblings recently moved in the family to share expenses and help each other. Without help through the Adopt A Family foundation, Daisy and her family will not have a Christmas celebration. They would appreciate any help provided to them.
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This family has been adopted by Brandon Salem
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FAF75 Rotter
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Single mom with 2 year old son has lived in a shelter (due to domestic violence) and now lives on her own and struggles to make ends meet. She completed her GED requirements and plans to start PCC in January to study radiography. She planned to start school this year but instead took care of her mother who was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. Any help for Jennifer and her son this Christmas would be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Bouneff & Chally
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FAF76 Wagner
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Tequecia is a single mom of two young sons. She is very intelligent and motivated and is trying hard to secure employment. She makes sure her children have their needs met, often going without herself in order to do so. Any assistance you can provide this family would be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
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FAF77 Willeto
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This young family has been working very hard to improve their lives and be a positive influence in their community. Jennifer graduated from high school despite many challenges and setbacks. She recently left the foster care system and is struggling to launch herself into adulthood without any family support. She is committed to obtaining a college diploma so she can provide a stable economic future for her family. She gives back to the community, volunteering for several organizations. Any help for this family would be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF78 McGinnis
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Alicia has disabilities and qualifies for Social Security. In the past she has lived on the street but for the past year has had her own house. Alicia and her 9 month old daughter would appreciate any help this holiday season.
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This family has been adopted by Conway
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FAF79 Richied
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Becky is an unemployed single mom of 4 who is struggling to pay her monthly bills, often having to choose between paying bills and buying food. She has returned to school in the hope that she can find a job that will support her family. Any help for this deserving family will be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF80 Bobo-Navaroli
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Robert and Nikea are a young couple with two children. This family receives very limited public assistance and has had a hard time keeping up with their monthly utilities and food needs. Both parents are working towards their GED and are seeking employment. This is difficult as they have limited access to transportation. Providing gifts to their children this Christmas is an impossibility for Robert and Nikea. Please help this family have a happy holiday.
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This family has been adopted by Brandee's family
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FAF81 Padilla-Dailey
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Nichole and Warren have three children and are under very limited public assistance. They have been dealing with health issues and are currently unemployed. Warren is working to find employment but his health issues have made it difficult. The family cannot afford many of the items needed during the cold wet winter weather, let alone presents for their children for Christmas. Please help this family have a warm and memorable holiday.
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF82 Wilson
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This family is a two-parent household working very hard to live without public assistance and become self-sufficient. Anthony is currently unemployed and is receiving unemployment benefits and Christina is attending school. This family is very dedicated to each other. There is not enough money for them to buy presents for Christmas this year. Please help this family have a happy holiday.
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This family has been adopted by Kaiser Permanente Business Consulting
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FAF83 Brown
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Autumn is a hard-working single mother working towards self-sufficiency. She has accomplished so much in the last few years. She has been maintaining a stable job with a goal of one day living without public assistance. She cares for her three children on a very low income. Christmas is a holiday that is hard to manage for this single mom. Please help her and her children have a happy holiday.
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This family has been adopted by Banana Republic
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FAF84 Perez
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Tamara is a single mom with three kids who is attending college and living on a minimal income each month. She is very dedicated to reaching her goals. This family would be a great candidate for holiday assistance this year.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF85 Johnson
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Jacqueline is a single mother working part-time and attending college. She does not make enough income to meet her monthly expenses and is struggling with keeping up with her bills. She is very dedicated to her son and and has been working on her goals of achieving self-sufficiency. She will graduate next year and hopes to find employment and get off public assistance. This mom would greatly appreciate a helping hand this Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by Mead Family
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FAF86 Malone
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Rukiyah is a single mom of three kids who is struggling to provide basic necessities for them. She has just completed her medical assistant training. Rukiyah is very proud of her children and the adjustments they have made throughout many difficult circumstances. One of the children has a hearing impairment and is making great strides now that she has a hearing aid which has expanded her world in a wonderful way. In spite of some horrific situations in her past, Rukiyah remains positive and upbeat and looks for ways to serve others. She and her children are very grateful for life's blessings and for her mother who helps out when she can. To have their family adopted this year would be a dream come true for Rukiyah and her kids.
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This family has been adopted by Bridges to Independence
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FAF87 Landon
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Kandice is a single mom who is finishing her GED and plans to train as a medical receptionist. She has been clean and sober for two years and continues in a program to help her maintain her sobriety. Her goal is to provide a stable home for herself and her young daughter. Assistance through the Adopt A Family program would go a long way to helping this family have a happy holiday.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF88 Hartley
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Aneesha is a single mom of one who is working hard at taking care of herself and her daughter. She has been in treatment and now has her daughter living with her. She wants to become a drug and alcohol counselor. She would appreciate any help this Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by anonymous
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FAF89 Winston
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Anna is a single mom with one daughter. She has attended school at PCC for the past three years and will complete her AA degree in three months. She is a recovering addict and has been clean three years. Things are now going good for this mom - she has continued support from the community and works at giving back. She co-facilitates some parenting classes and volunteers at the rebuilding center, working in youth outreach for gang members. She takes good care of her daughter, for whom she got clean. This mom and daughter would greatly appreciate any help to make their holidays brighter.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF90 Mathews
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Noralee is a single mom who works hard at becoming self-sufficient. In addition to caring for her son and working full-time she has also foster-parented. Her family lives on a very low income and she struggles to make ends meet. Your assistance this year at Christmas would be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by NorthWrite
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FAF91 Doby
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Angel is a single mom of four kids. She has worked hard this year to obtain her GED so she can get a job and work towards self-sufficiency. Her interest is in the health care field and has just been accepted in a CNA training program. She provides for her family with very limited public assistance and isn't going to be able to manage to have Christmas without help from the Adopt A Family program.
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This family has been adopted by OHSU CSICU Nurses
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FAF92 Crawford
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Vanessa is a single mom with three kids who is dealing with hardship on several fronts. She has been in a DV situation and her financial situation is very precarious right now. Any help this family can get this year would be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Sulzer Pump
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FAF93 Monterde-Akers
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Kanithia is enrolled in the Jobs+ program and is one of their most successful clients. While in the Jobs+ program she is not eligible for TANF/cash or food stamps and it is a struggle to care for her family, which includes her unemployed husband, five children under the age of 8 and her younger sister who has serious medical issues. Her income from Jobs+ does not go far to support this family of 8. Through her job in the Jobs+ program Kanithia works with clients who do not speak English, helping them to apply for work, and they love working with her. Please consider adopting this family and help them have a happy holiday.
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This family has been adopted by Ethicspoint
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FAF94 Morgan
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Bill and Sandy have struggled with drub abuse in the past but are now in recovery and doing well. They have qualified for transitional housing (after living in a shelter) and are working hard to establish stability for their family. Sandy has received full custody of her two children from a former marriage and she and Bill have a daughter together. Bill has a job and Sandy works part-time and so far this has enabled them to pay their bills but it leaves nothing for Christmas. Please consider adopting this couple and help them have a happy holiday.
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This family has been adopted by Locke Family
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FAF95 Sharinghousen
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David and Lindsey have transitioned into housing from a shelter. They are doing well and both have found employment - David full-time and Lindsey part-time. They have worked hard to pay off previous debt that was keeping them from finding housing. In spite of the past challenges, they are working hard to create a stable home for their family. Lindsey's hours just got cut, making it difficult to come up with money for Christmas for their children. Any assistance this family receives will be greatly appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Best Buy - Gresham
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FAF96 Barton
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Betsy is a single mom with 3 kids who is struggling to provide for her children on her salary (part-time) as teacher's aide for special needs kids. The family has faced many challenges in the past few years but her kids are doing well in school and through scholarships are able to participate in sports. After living in a shelter for a time, she and her children are grateful to have a home and to be warm and safe. This family would truly appreciate holiday help.
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This family has been adopted by USAgencies Credit Union
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FAF97 Cottrill
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Brian and Rosa have three young boys at home and have recently gained custody of Brian's 16 year old daughter and her infant son. Brian has not worked for over a year due to a back injury and Rosa works full time with as many overtime hours as possible to support the family. They are struggling to make ends meet. They would appreciate any assistance for the holidays.
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This family has been adopted by ANCHOR QEA,- Portland office
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FAF98 Gateley
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Eric and Mattina moved here from Texas to be a support to her mother. Their housing fell through and they found themselves homeless. Working with the Good Neighbor Center they were able to get into Shelter Plus Care, a program similar to Section 8. Mattina is unable to work due to clinical depression and Eric is trying to go to school. They are very supportive of their son, as he is their life line. Mattina used to work as a substitute teacher and Eric in construction but now they find themselves without any source of income other than TANF and food stamps. They would appreciate any assistance this year.
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This family has been adopted by Pryor Family
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FAF99 Crocker
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This family of 4 was nominated by a school counselor who wrote: I have been working with K. during high school - she works hard to contribute to her family both through service and financially. Her mother is disabled and unable to work and the family is struggling financially. They are a close family and are involved in their community. K. is most worried about having a nice Christmas for her younger siblings.
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This family has been adopted by Woodruff-Sawyer Oregon, Inc
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FAF100 Patten
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This family of 5 could use some holiday cheer. This sinlge mom of 4 kids is supporting an adult son who had PTSD, a 19 year old daughter who works to contribute to the family but recently had her hours cut, an 11 year old and a special needs 4 year old. Emotionally and financially this is a dire situation. The family will be most appreciative, humbled and benefit greatly for any assistance.
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This family has been adopted by Biamp Systems
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FAF101 Conley
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The Conley's are a family of three and a half -- the family dog Emma being the half. Jackie is a full-time mom of two boys and a student. She was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer. It is a struggle for her not only to take care of her boys, make ends meet financially, keep up on her studies, and take care of her health. Medical bills from the recent dianosis are a new added strain to an already tight monthly budget. Her sons are active and happy boys who love playing outside, throwing a ball around and riding bikes. They would be appreciative of any holiday assistance!
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This family has been adopted by In honor of Anne Gengler's kindness
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FAF102 Clark
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The Clark family of 5 consists of mom and four children. Lisa is a hardworking single mother who made a brave decision and left a DV situation that left her and her children living in shelter for a while. She has worked hard to create a stable and loving home since then and is pursuing higher education and is currently an honor roll student completing a degree in Mental Health/Human Services. Between school and raising a family she is having a hard time making ends meet. There is no money for extras/ Any assistance this holiday season would be greatly appreciated by this wonderful family.
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This family has been adopted by Gresham Legacy staff
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FAF103 Millard
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This family of 5 has limited income and can only afford the very basics at this time. Their 10 year old daughter has Rett synsdrome and severe developmental delays. Mom has recently gone back to school and father is employed but has had his hours cut. Any assistance at the holidays would be appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by The Nelson Family
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FAF104 Garry
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Bobbi is a single mom with three children. She is a full time student who is determined to complete her education, find a great job to support her family and become a homeowner. She is a very positive individual and an inspiration to her kids who are doing great in school due to the fact that mom places an importance on education. They would be grateful to receive some help during these difficult times.
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This family has been adopted by Dailey Family
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FAF105 Freeman
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This family of 3 consists of a mother and 2 children. The son who is 15 was diagnosed as a small child with Autism. Mother has a dianosis of chronic depression and has faced many struggles over the years. This family is on a fixed income and can only afford the very basics. This family would be appreciatvie for any assistance.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF106 Kramer
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This family of 2 has been struggling to stay afloat since mom's hours were cut at work. They have recently moved into a relative's garage and are using a space heater for warmth. Mom is looking for a better paying job to get back on her feet. ANY holiday assistance would be appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Beveridge Family
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FAF107 Rhone
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This family of 3 consists of dad and his 2 sons. The boys have overcome significant loss and trauma in their young lives. Despite this both boys are very bright, kind, engaging and gifted. Dad continues with his struggle to find full time employment. This family would benefit from some holiday cheer.
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This family has been adopted by Lausche Family
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FAF108 Anderson
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This family of 4 consists of mom, dad and 2 boys (one of which has special needs). Mom is the primary care giver for both boys. Dad was recently laid off from his job and spends much time looking for new employment. They are on a fixed income and can only afford the very basics. They will be eternally grateful for any assistance.
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This family has been adopted by Prudential NW Properties - Hillsboro Office
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FAF109 Nelson
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Jamaica is a single mother who is working hard toward the stabilization and betterment of her family. She is now living on her own, and doing her best to offer support to her family despite finances being very tight in the household.
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This family has been adopted by Safe Place
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FAF110 McCray
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This family consists of a single mother and an infant child. Their resources are very limited and any help would bring Christmas cheer.
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This family has been adopted by anonymous
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FAF111 Barker
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This family consists of mom, dad and a young baby. They have been working hard but have recently moved in with another family member in order to make ends meet. Any holiday assistance would be appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Karn Family
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FAF112 Ragland
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A single mother heads this household and works very hard to care for her three teens and her aging parents. The family struggles each month to get their basic needs covered and will not be able to afford the extra expense of gifts at the holidays. Being adopted and receiving help with much needed household supplies would be a blessing for them.
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This family has been adopted by BAREINGER/STARK FAMILY
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FAF113 Ward
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Alethea is a single mom with 2 children. She has been a full time student and plans to finish her education soon and find a job that will support her family. They are an amazing family and would be grateful to have any assistance during these difficult times.
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This family has been adopted by Marandas & Mahaffy families
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FAF114 Wallace
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Trish is a single mother of 3. One beautiful school age daughter (who's father died a few yers ago) and a set of twin boys who just celebrated their first birthday. The twins father has offered some support when he is earning income but it has been quite a while since he's been able to find work. This family of four survives on 600.00 a month and it's not enough any time let alone enough to provide the children with gifts at Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by Snook Family
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FAF115 Bjorkman
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This mother works full time to support her two children and has little income after paying rent, bills, child care, etc. This family fled from domestic violence and is working hard to get well. She is trying very hard to make ends meet and yet providing Christmas gifts is beyond her means at this time. Any assistance would be appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Carlton Company
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FAF116 Aguila
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Maria is a hardworking single mother who recently lost her job. She has been a very responsible resident who has fallen on hard times. Maria's daughter is a very well rounded young lady. She is on the dance team at school, gets very good grades and wants to be a professional dancer. They will appreciate any help at the holidays.
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This family has been adopted by Clara
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FAF117 Henry
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This family of 2 is in a housing program called shelter and care that helps homeless families with rental assistnace. Orianna is now able to have her own home for the first time in her life and in the last year has been reunited with her son. Due to unemployment she is not financially able to give her son much for Christmas and this is first Christmas together in a few years. Any help will make their holidays brighter.
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This family has been adopted by Dailey Family
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FAF118 Krahling
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Jill is single mom to a 2 year old boy. She is on disability and is unable to purchase developmentally appropriate toys for her son who was recently diagnosed with cognitive delays. She is working hard at creating a positive home environment for her son.
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This family has been adopted by Hegstad Family
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FAF119 Adams
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This mom and son recently left their home and are now in an apartment and trying to make the best of their situation. Any assistance would make the holiday a little brighter.
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This family has been adopted by Orenco Station Friends
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FAF120 Johnson
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This family of 4 has struggled during the past few years ~ first with losing their home in a fire and then the challenges mom faces ~ she lives with a severe Anxiety Disorder and Depression. She and her family have been involved in volunteer activities that give to the community such as NAMI’s Community Garden and Anti-stigma activities. Her husband has recently been laid off again because of the nature of his employment as seasonal. Jennifer is unable to work. Both children are very active at school - in sports and other activities. This family would be grateful to get much needed help during holiday season.
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This family has been adopted by Dailey Family
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FAF121 Medina
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This family has been adopted by JO
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FAF122 McBee
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This family consists of a mom and a 16 month old child. Mom has overcome a lot of adversity in her life -- drug addicted parents, living in foster care, drug addiction, etc. She has now been clean for 2 years, completed her GED, had her baby, now going to school to be an xray tech. She is getting her life together and could benefit from some holiday cheer.
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This family has been adopted by Wetzel family and friends
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FAF123 Hiner
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Tanisha is a young mother who has struggled to maintain a safe,clean and decent household for her child and herself. She is a good neighbor and a good mother. She does the best she can with the little income she receives. She has always paid her rent on time, the light company has never called to say her electricity is going to be shut off and she is a great tenant! Her current situation is lack of funds to have anything for her son to open at Christmas.
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This family has been adopted by Wetzel family and friends
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FAF124 Hull
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THis family of 4 is currently experiencing high stress due to the economy. Dad was employed full time in construction business bu is now searching for work. Mom works part-time when she can find childcare for the children but the cost of childcare usually costs more than she would make. This family does not have a support network or family to help with childcare beyond the services they receive from the Family Relief Nursery. Any assistance is appreciated!
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This family has been adopted by Lents Seventh Day Adventist Church
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FAF125 Romero
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Sara is a twenty three year old mother of two. She has a three year old boy and a five month old daughter. The infant is terminally ill (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1) with many special needs. They are unable to make ends meet with the small assistance they receive. Without any assistance, they will be unable to provide a Christmas for their family. Baby has to go to a lot of appts. and mom is able to use Medical Transport for that but also needs to take bus. Hospice workers come to the house to help with the baby as well.
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This family has been adopted by Lents Seventh Day Adventist Church
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FAF126 Thompson
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Ilena is a single mother of one child. For many years she lived on the streets but she has now lived in her apartment for 14 months. On December 7th she will celebrate 2 years of drug free living! Since her son was born she mostly stays home and is trying to get all of her life together. Her goals are to get her GED and start school to be a medical assistant. Any holiday cheer will be appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF127 Kramer
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This has been an extraordinarily difficult year for this family and without assistance from this program it will likely end with minimal holiday celebration. Dad is currently incarcerated for the violence he inflicted on his family. An apartment fire resulted in the loss of many houshold items the family cannot afford to replace and the family lived in their van this summer prior to finding assisted housing. Mom worked hard with DHS and completed her GED and enrolled as a full-time nursing student this fall. SHe is a hardworking mother clearly committed to providing her children a safe, non-violent and secure future. As this family works with therapists and other service providers to overcome a history of trauma, a joyful holiday complete with food and gifts will go a long way to further the healing process.
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This family has been adopted by NWEMC
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FAF128 Rodgers
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This family has been adopted by Alliance Bible Church
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FAF129 Walters
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This family of 4 consists of mom, dad, a 21 month old son and an almost 1 month old baby. Due to some chronic health issues Dad has not been able to work. He recieves a small veterans benefit which does not even cover the rent. Mom was working and then was laid off, found another job but had to quit due to some pregnancy health issues. Dad will be starting voc rehab after the new year, it will be a bit before mom can look for work since she is newly post partum. Any assistance at the holiday would bring this family some cheer.
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This family has been adopted by Jeff and Lisa
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FAF130 Yashchuk
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Alla is a single mother of three children. She recently lost her job due to layoffs at work and is struggling to live on unemployment while continuing to look for work. This year she can not provide any Christmas presents for her children and she would greatly appreciate any help they can receive during the holidays.
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This family has been adopted by Anonymous
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FAF131 Jensen
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Christie is a single mother to triplets. Two of the children were born with significant impairments. The physical care of the children is very challengin and mom is not able to work due to their care needs. The children who are now teenagers, and have the same basic needs as all others (to have food, a home and be loved) they have very different personalities. Christie is a community advocate for services to families like hers and volunteers with an agency in the community that provides support to families. Assistance in anyway is much appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Hegstad Family
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FAF132 Mason
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This family of 3 has had a rough year. An aunt that they were very close to recently passed away. Mom has no help from the children's father. They currently live in subsidized housing and after paying for the basics there is no money left for any Christmas gifts. Any assistance will be appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by Eastside Dental Clinic
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FAF133 Campbell
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This family of 3 would be very grateful for any holiday assistance. Mom has been on her own since she was a freshman in high school. She has lived with family in Georgia and Portland. In 2008 she returned to Portland. She has physical custody of both her children now and is working very hard to improve her life and that of her children. She is confident that the changes she is making will ensure that next year will be a much better year for her family.
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This family has been adopted by In honor of Anne Gengler's kindness
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FAF134 Wertman
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The Wertmans are a family of three living on a very limited income due to disabilities and therefore and inability to work. Their only child is hearing impaired and has possible developmental delays. It will be a struggle for them to pay the bills let alone buy developmentally appropriate toys for their son. Any Christmas help is appreceiated.
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This family has been adopted by Smith and Amaya Families
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FAF135 Justice
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Christina is a single parent of two special needs children. Her daughter Kayla has ADHD and her son Colin has Chiari Syndrome and a heart malformation. After Colin was born, the doctors told Christina she should stay home with him due to his complex medical condition. Christina left a job in banking and chose to do childcare in her apartment in order to stay home with her son and also meet her family’s economic needs.
The family has always lived on limited resources, but recently her payments for doing childcare have been reduced, Colin’s father lost his job and therefore pays no child support and does little to help the family, and due to an error in childcare billing and the loss of the child support income, the family now owes $1,000 in late fees and back rent on their apartment. She does not receive public housing, as she cannot run a childcare business out of her home living in public housing. She is on the waitlist for Section 8 but in the Portland area that is 3-4 years long. She pays $725 a month in rent and lives on a very modest income which she makes last, but given the circumstances she has experienced this year, the family is facing homelessness and eviction from their apartment. Christina is using every possible resource to help prevent homelessness for her family and by doing so, she has no way of paying for any holiday gifts or purchasing new clothes or shoes for her children. She herself does not have a coat, but only a hooded sweatshirt to wear when it is cold outside. Christina does not like to ask for help but would be very grateful for any assistance for her children or to help with the cost of food, utilities or to make a dent in her rental late fees.
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This family has been adopted by Friends on Falcon Court
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FAF136 Rain
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Keli is a single mom of 1. Keli and her son have faced a lot of challenges but she continues to remain upbeat. She recently found employment but will not receive her first paycheck until January and will be unable to provide any presents for her son without assistance. Any help is appreciated ~ this family could use some extra TLC at the holidays to remind them that others care!
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This family has been adopted by Clara
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FAF137 Schaffner
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Tamara is a single mother of 3 children and is struggling to make ends meet. She is working two jobs to try and cover the families expenses. This family could use assistance to make their holidays brighter.
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This family has been adopted by BRADY/BOWERS & DRESSMAN/SINGSON FAMILIES
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FAF138 Grochowski
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Mitchell and Rea are the parents of 3 young children, 1 boy and 2 girls. Rea is not in physically well condition and she stays at home to care for the children. Mitchell has been unemployed due to a company layoff for the last 8 months. His unemployment benefit is not enough to cover monthly necessities and utilities in the household. The family will soon be losing their transportation as they can not afford to make the monthly payments.Without some assistance there will be no Christmas gifts for this family.
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This family has been adopted by The Radford Family
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FAF139 Bernhart
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This family has been adopted by Chicago Title
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FAF140 Giofu
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF141 Garcia
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Claudia is a single mom of three children. She has an amazing story of overcoming barriers. She has struggled through so many trials and she is a dedicated mother to her children ~ she is working hard to make sure they never have to live the life she has had to endure. Claudia works full time but being a single mom of three living on one income does not always provide for the month and any assistance for the holidays would be so appreciated.
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This family has been adopted by The Rozen Klein Family
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FAF142 Williams
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Tiffany is single mom of 1 child. Has been unemployed but is now working a temporary job a few hours a week hoping that it will turn into more hours. She is grateful for the rental assistance she receives. Tiffany has made great strides and never misses an appointment or class that she is scheduled for through her agency. She will be grateful for any holiday assistance.
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This family has been adopted by Faherty Family
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FAF143 Smith
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This family has been adopted by Williams Family
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FAF144 Blackwolf
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This family has been adopted by Carolyn
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FAF145 Forester
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This family has been adopted by Sims Family
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FAF146 Overton
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This family has been adopted by Simpson Family
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FAF147 Stephens
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF148 Sanchez
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF149 Leslie
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF150 Yost
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF151 Young
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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FAF152 Kince
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This family has been adopted by FAF
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