Community Services/Non-Profits near Canby, OR

“Nice library. We used the Willamette room for and event the wheeled chairs and tables were great for setting up. Very grateful for the room. Just a side not no food or drink allowed in this room. There is free parking out front.”

“Effective and comprehensive community resource. A unifying force addressing many needs co ordinating with others and providing a variety of volunteer opportunities (clothes closet, food bank, maintenance, cleaning, kitchen, etc.).”

“I needed to take a moment today and express my sincere gratitude to the Cat Adoption Team. We have been looking for the right kitty for a little while now. We were so happy when we heard about Kitten Palooza and immediately got involved in hopes of getting to adopt. It was just a little hard to find the online application, for adoption, but once we were directed to it, it was quick and simple to fill out. We were approved and made our appointment. I went in knowing what I wanted, and the staff was so nice to ask me questions and help direct us towards potential kitties. The first day, we didn’t find our special kitty. However, i was very impressed by the operation of the event. Although it was fast paced in many ways, there was plenty of staff to help.

The next day we tried again. I had a little sad episode during the 2nd visit. I lost my beloved kitty, that i had had for 18 yrs, last November. It has been incredibly hard after losing her, and, on our second visit, it just hit me that i finally had to accept my dear kitty was gone, and now I’m preparing to start a new journey. I began crying.. me, a grown woman, crying and feeling stupid for doing so. Yet, the staff was SO kind and SO supportive while i was sad. They were incredibly compassionate and very kind! I can’t put in words how much i appreciate how kind they were with me. Truly, the staff here are such loving, wonderful people! I had to call it quits on the second day, but we tried again the 3rd day. Again, the staff was very friendly and helpful on the 3rd visit. Then, we came upon the perfect kitty, looking back at us with her beautiful blue eyes. This was the one..

The adoption process was very easy and i really liked that there was a process to help you learn about what your kitty will need, and how to introduce it to your life and home. I am a very experienced cat owner, but still, the tips were very helpful! Again, all of the staff were absolutely amazing during our adoption process. They were happy and excited for us and our new precious little one!

This was an emotional experience for me, that was made so much easier thanks to the sincere kindness of this team.

I am so thankful to the Cat Adoption Team and i HIGHLY recommend them! Thank you so, SO much to all of these amazing people, that helped bring our wonderful kitten into our lives! I am so grateful, not only for my new baby, but for all they do to help kitties! Such a wonderful organization, run be the most wonderful people!”

“Participated in an organized paddle of the Tualatin River with two fantastic guides—one a Tualatin Riverkeeper, the other a friend of the first. Both were engaging, welcoming, and informative. I took my three kids, ages 12-14, and each of them had a great time. Our guides made paddling very accessible and fun. We’d occasionally stop along the river to learn about the river cleanup, wildlife, and history. We saw several ducks, some fish, and even a blue heron up close. This association and the river is such a treasure. Highly recommend. I’d love to paddle more with them.”

“We went to the Celebration of Life service for Lloyd Farthing Jr. who passed away in November 2025. The Elks Lodge was nice and the service was very good the pictures showed gave good narrative of his very active life. Karen his current wife and April did a great job putting his Celebration together. I was married to Lloyd for 10 years and we have a beautiful daughter April Kai married to Cody and her 2 daughters. Everyone that talked about Lloyd had sincere love for him. He will be missed by all who knew him in Portland and the surrounding areas, all the way to Texas where most of his family lives. Good bye Lloyd until we meet again on the other side. Debra Farthing”

“As a grandma, going to pick up breast milk for a Premi who was getting ready to be brought home from the hospital. It was the best experience I could have ever had. The place was easy to find, and the staff was very courteous and helpful. Even to the point of calling the hospital to verify the prescription that was sent over to them because they had not received it yet. They sat and talked with me and got to know me and we're very helpful in every way. I highly recommend this place to any new mother who is in need of breast milk for their little bundle of joy.”

“Man, oh Man Alan Singly is such an amazing instructor. Originally, I brought my oldest boy but saw the progress from no sing to sing with confidence, so I decided to bring my other son to Youth Music Project but only with Alan Singly, because this instructor is truly amazing with kids!”

“I took the Food Handlers course. It was easy to navigate and the test went very smoothly. And the best part...I entered a contest to win a stay st the Historic Hood River Hotel AND WON!!! Thanks ORLA!!! See you in 2 years when my food handlers card expires!!!”

“Awesome place for a venue. Thank you so much to Michelle for letting us rent the place. Our appreciation to Ron, Ralph, Chris and Anna, our churches function was all possible with this place. I can't say enough about the place a the people that made it possible.”

“My heartfelt thanks to community action for the great job that they are doing to help and support families and individuals who are in housing and rental assistance needs. Life is up and down, challenging happens in life regardless of how strong you are. Community actions has rescued me and my newborn baby from eviction and rental history problems. Thank you so much for being there to help and support when people need you the most. Many blessings to you and everyone who donated to support people. I was falling down, you hold my arms and stand me up, hopefully I won't fall down again, instead, I will be a good donor to support others. I give you a 5 stars because that is a maximum of stars, otherwise I could give you a trillions of stars. You are in my prayers. Be blessed.”

“Thank God for every food bank in America! This one is pretty darn good! It's kind of small but it has everything in it. It is one of the ones where it's supposed to feel like you're shopping, although I was pretty closely supervised. Not sure if this was due to their need to watch their clients or their wanting to help me get through it easier due to my not being able to walk. Either way, I just want to thank them very, very much!”