What not to give a homeless person

What do I do when approached by a man or woman facing homelessness?

Should I give them money?

You can donate to Portland Rescue Mission, where your money will go to provide the help and support men, women and children need to get off the streets. You can also create Care Kits to hand out to someone you meet.

Care Kits are a simple way to provide practical help to a man or woman facing homelessness. These are a great resource to keep in your car.

Watch theHOW TO PACK A CARE KIT video above and download your FREE INFOGRAPHIC: 5 Things a Homeless Person Could Use.

ITEMS YOU CAN INCLUDE:

A typical Care Kit consists of a watertight gallon-size plastic bag filled with items such as:

• Water bottles
• Socks
• Soft granola Bar or cereal bar
• Fruit snack or applesauce cup
• Crackers with peanut butter or cheese
• Gift certificate to fast food
• Hand wipes
• Pack of Kleenex
• Sunscreen
• Maxi pads
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Nail clippers
• Band Aids
• Chapstick
• Comb or small brush
• Mints, cough
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