Why Martha's House Matters

Housing is the foundation for stability.

Without safe housing, it becomes difficult to maintain employment, support children, access healthcare, or plan for the future.

Martha's House provides families with the time, support, and resources needed to regain stability and move forward with confidence.

Our goal is not simply to provide temporary shelter—but to help create lasting change.

Who We Serve

Martha's House serves families and individuals experiencing homelessness who are committed to working toward self-sufficiency.

Every resident participates in a structured program designed to help them reach their personal goals and secure permanent housing.


Program Goals

Through individualized support, residents work toward:

  • Securing permanent housing

  • Obtaining stable employment

  • Increasing financial independence

  • Building healthy family relationships

  • Improving physical and emotional well-being

  • Developing lifelong skills for independent living

Community Impact

For more than a decade, Martha's House has helped families and individuals take meaningful steps toward stable housing and self-sufficiency.

Our impact continues to grow through the generosity of donors, volunteers, grant partners, businesses, churches, and community organizations committed to ending homelessness in Eastern Oregon.

Together, We Can Build Brighter Futures

When families have safe housing, they have the opportunity to heal, grow, and thrive.

By supporting Martha's House, you are investing in hope, dignity, and lasting change for individuals and families throughout Eastern Oregon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long can residents stay?

Length of stay depends on each family's individualized housing plan and progress toward achieving program goals.

Is Martha's House an emergency shelter?

Martha's House is a transitional housing program focused on helping residents move from homelessness to permanent housing through structured support and case management.

How are residents referred?

Referrals are accepted through established community partners and the Eastern Oregon Mission intake process, subject to program availability and eligibility requirements.

How can I support Martha's House?

You can donate, volunteer, provide needed household items, sponsor a project, or partner with Eastern Oregon Mission to support families on their journey to stability.

How Can You Help?

At Martha’s House, every act of kindness creates an opportunity for a family or individual experiencing homelessness to move toward a brighter future. Your support provides more than a place to stay—it provides hope, dignity, encouragement, and the tools needed to build a stable life.

There are several ways you can make a lasting impact:


Make a Donation: Invest in a Brighter Future

Your donation helps Martha’s House continue providing safe transitional housing, essential resources, and supportive services for families and individuals experiencing homelessness.

Every gift makes a difference:

  • $25 helps provide essential household supplies

  • $50 helps provide personal care and daily living items

  • $100 helps support program needs and resident services

  • $500 helps sponsor a complete studio setup

Whether you give once or become a monthly supporter, your generosity helps create opportunities for families to achieve lasting stability.

Join Our Work Crew: Help Maintain a Place of Hope

Martha’s House residents participate in weekly chores to help keep their home clean and welcoming. Community volunteers also join us for seasonal spring and fall workdays to complete larger projects and improvements.

Whether you have construction skills, a helping hand, or simply a willingness to serve, your efforts help create a safe and comfortable environment for those rebuilding their lives.

To join our work crew notification list, contact our House Manager:

marthashouse305hermiston@gmail.com

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🤝 Become a Mentor

A caring relationship can make all the difference. Community mentors provide encouragement, support, and accountability through weekly check-ins with adult residents.

You don’t need to have all the answers—just a willingness to listen, encourage, and walk alongside someone as they work toward their goals.

Your time can help someone believe in their own future.

Be Part of Someone’s New Beginning

A home is more than four walls—it is a place where healing begins, goals are rebuilt, and futures are restored.

With your support, Martha’s House can continue helping families and individuals move from homelessness toward hope, independence, and a place to call home.

Together, we can make a lasting difference—one family, one room, and one new beginning at a time.

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