If you’re homeless or about to lose your housing in Oregon tonight, hotel vouchers are available — and you may qualify right now. Oregon has one of the most robust homeless assistance networks on the West Coast, with government agencies, nonprofits, and emergency programs that can place you in a safe motel or hotel room while you work toward stable housing.
This guide covers every Oregon-specific program, how to apply, who qualifies, and what to do if you need help immediately.
Hotel Vouchers for Homeless in Oregon — Quick Answer
Yes, hotel vouchers for homeless individuals are available in Oregon through the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS), local Community Action Agencies, the Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, and other nonprofits. The fastest way to access one is to dial 211, which connects you to local emergency housing resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Who Provides Hotel Vouchers in Oregon?
Several organizations in Oregon can provide emergency hotel or motel vouchers:
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) — Oregon’s primary social services agency manages emergency assistance programs that can cover short-term motel stays for eligible individuals and families. Contact your local ODHS office or visit oregon.gov/odhs.
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) — OHCS manages Oregon’s state housing programs and distributes federal ESG and HOME funds to local nonprofits providing emergency shelter including hotel and motel placements. Visit oregon.gov/ohcs.
Oregon 211 — Dialing 211 connects you with a trained operator who can identify the nearest hotel voucher program with available funds in your specific county or city. Oregon’s 211 system covers all 36 counties.
Community Action Agencies (CAAs) — Oregon has Community Action Agencies serving every county in the state. These federally funded organizations are among the most reliable providers of emergency hotel and motel vouchers, from the Portland metro to rural eastern Oregon.
Salvation Army Oregon — The Salvation Army operates locations in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Medford, Bend, and other cities and regularly provides emergency motel vouchers for individuals and families in crisis.
Catholic Charities Oregon — Provides emergency housing assistance regardless of religion or background, with offices in Portland, Salem, Eugene, and other communities statewide.
American Red Cross Oregon — If your housing crisis results from a wildfire, flood, or other disaster, the Red Cross can arrange immediate hotel accommodations at no cost. Oregon experiences significant wildfire seasons annually.
Local churches and faith-based organizations — Many Oregon churches — from Portland metro congregations to small coastal and high desert communities — maintain emergency funds specifically for hotel and motel vouchers.
Who Qualifies for Emergency Hotel Vouchers in Oregon?
Eligibility varies by program, but most Oregon hotel voucher programs give priority to:
- Individuals and families who are currently homeless (sleeping outside, in a vehicle, or in an unsafe location)
- People facing imminent eviction within 24–72 hours
- Families with children — prioritized by most Oregon programs
- Elderly individuals (60 and older)
- People with disabilities or serious health conditions
- Domestic violence survivors — most Oregon programs fast-track DV cases
- Veterans experiencing homelessness
- Disaster survivors displaced by wildfires, floods, or ice storms
- American Indian and Alaska Native individuals — Oregon has a significant Native American population, with nine federally recognized tribes and substantial urban Native communities in Portland
- Individuals experiencing Oregon’s extreme weather — from the severe ice storms that paralyze the Portland metro to the brutal heat waves that have struck the Willamette Valley and coast
- Rural and remote residents of eastern Oregon and the coast, where services are limited and distances are vast
Oregon has one of the highest rates of homelessness per capita of any U.S. state, driven largely by a severe housing affordability crisis — particularly in Portland and the Willamette Valley. The state has made significant investments in homeless services and has pioneered several innovative approaches to addressing homelessness, including Oregon’s Project Turnkey program, which converted motels directly into permanent supportive housing. You do not necessarily need a photo ID to receive assistance in Oregon, though having one speeds up the process.
How to Get a Hotel Voucher in Oregon (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Call 211
Dial 2-1-1 from any phone — it’s free. Tell the operator: “I need emergency shelter or a hotel voucher tonight in Oregon.” Operators are available 24/7 and can connect you with the nearest program that has funding available in your county. Oregon’s 211 covers all 36 counties.
Step 2: Contact Your Local ODHS Office
The Oregon Department of Human Services has offices across the state. ODHS administers emergency assistance programs including the Oregon Temporary Assistance for Domestic Violence Survivors (TANF-DV) and the Oregon Works program (Oregon’s TANF), and can connect you with temporary housing funds including motel vouchers for qualifying individuals and families.
Contact: oregon.gov/odhs | 800-699-9075
Step 3: Contact Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS)
OHCS funds emergency shelter and housing programs across Oregon and can direct you to ESG-funded hotel voucher providers in your region.
Contact: oregon.gov/ohcs | 503-986-2000
Step 4: Reach Out to a Community Action Agency
Oregon’s Community Action Agencies serve all 36 counties and often have emergency motel voucher funds available same-day. Key agencies include:
- Community Action — Portland metro (JOIN, Outside In, Central City Concern) — Multnomah County
- Community Services Consortium — Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties / Corvallis area
- Lane Community Action Agency (LCAA) — Eugene / Lane County
- Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (MWVCAA) — Salem / Marion and Polk counties
- NeighborImpact — Bend / Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties (and Warm Springs Reservation)
- ACCESS — Medford / Jackson and Josephine counties
- Clatsop Community Action — Astoria / Clatsop County
- Eastern Oregon Community Action Team (EOCAM) — Pendleton / eastern Oregon
Call 211 for the Community Action Agency serving your specific county.
Step 5: Contact the Salvation Army
The Salvation Army has locations throughout Oregon and can often provide same-day emergency motel vouchers. Call your nearest branch:
- Portland: 503-238-9505
- Salem: 503-581-6507
- Eugene: 541-342-7973
- Medford: 541-773-6242
- Bend: 541-382-2020
- Grants Pass: 541-476-8982
- Klamath Falls: 541-882-0482
- Albany: 541-926-0189
Step 6: Contact Catholic Charities Oregon
Catholic Charities provides emergency housing assistance to anyone in need regardless of faith.
- Portland (Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Portland): 503-231-4866
- Salem: 503-585-2045
- Eugene: 541-345-7548
Oregon Government Programs for Emergency Housing
Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) — Oregon Works (TANF)
ODHS administers Oregon Works, Oregon’s TANF program, which can provide emergency housing assistance for eligible families with children. ODHS county offices can authorize temporary motel stays for qualifying families in crisis.
Contact: oregon.gov/odhs | 800-699-9075
Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Oregon has administered multiple rounds of emergency rental assistance. Contact OHCS at oregon.gov/ohcs or dial 211 for current program availability in your county.
Contact: oregon.gov/ohcs | 503-986-2000
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS)
OHCS manages Oregon’s affordable housing programs and distributes federal ESG and HOME funds to local service providers. They are the primary funder of emergency shelter and hotel voucher programs statewide and have invested heavily in Oregon’s response to homelessness.
Contact: oregon.gov/ohcs | 503-986-2000
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) — Oregon
Oregon receives substantial federal ESG funding from HUD, distributed through OHCS to local homeless service providers. ESG funds can cover emergency shelter including hotel stays when traditional shelter beds are unavailable.
Contact: OHCS at oregon.gov/ohcs
Multnomah County — Joint Office of Homeless Services
For Portland area residents, Multnomah County’s Joint Office of Homeless Services (JOHS) coordinates all homeless services across the county, including emergency shelter and hotel voucher programs. This is one of the most well-resourced local homeless service systems in the western United States.
Contact: 503-655-8575 | multco.us/johs
Oregon’s Project Turnkey
Oregon’s innovative Project Turnkey program converted motels and hotels across the state into permanent supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness. While Project Turnkey properties are now permanent housing rather than emergency voucher programs, the program reflects Oregon’s significant investment in creative housing solutions.
HUD Continuum of Care — Oregon CoC Programs
Oregon has several HUD-funded CoC programs managing regional homeless services. Key CoCs include:
- Portland/Gresham/Multnomah County CoC
- Salem/Marion/Polk Counties CoC
- Eugene/Springfield/Lane County CoC
- Medford/Ashland/Jackson County CoC
- Bend/Redmond/Deschutes County CoC
- Balance of State Oregon CoC — all remaining Oregon counties
Find your local CoC: hudexchange.info | oregon.gov/ohcs
FEMA Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA)
Oregon experiences significant wildfire activity each summer and periodic major flooding. If you’ve been displaced by a presidentially declared disaster, FEMA’s TSA program can place you in a participating hotel or motel at no cost.
Apply: disasterassistance.gov | 1-800-621-3362
Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) — Oregon
Homeless Oregon veterans have dedicated resources through the VA. VA social workers can often arrange emergency hotel stays while longer-term housing is arranged.
Oregon VA Locations:
- VA Portland Health Care System: 503-220-8262
- Roseburg VA Medical Center: 541-440-1000
- White City (Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center): 541-826-2111
- Salem VA Clinic: 503-362-9911
- Eugene VA Clinic: 541-465-6918
- Bend VA Clinic: 541-647-5800
- Medford VA Clinic: 541-608-1600
- Grants Pass VA Clinic: 541-479-6600
National Veterans Homeless Hotline: 1-877-424-3838 (24/7)
Nonprofit Organizations Offering Hotel Vouchers in Oregon
JOIN — Portland
JOIN provides outreach, rapid re-housing, and hotel voucher connections for homeless individuals and families in Multnomah County. JOIN’s outreach workers meet people where they are — on the streets, in camps, and in motels — and connect them with emergency housing resources.
Contact: 503-232-9610 | joinpdx.org
Central City Concern — Portland
Central City Concern is one of Portland’s largest and most comprehensive homeless service providers, offering emergency shelter, medical care, addiction recovery, and hotel voucher connections for homeless individuals in the Portland metro area.
Contact: 503-294-1681 | centralcityconcern.org
Outside In — Portland
Outside In provides emergency shelter and hotel voucher connections specifically for homeless youth and young adults (ages 14–25) in the Portland area.
Contact: 503-223-4121 | outsidein.org
Salvation Army Oregon
With locations in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Medford, Bend, Grants Pass, Klamath Falls, and Albany, the Salvation Army is one of Oregon’s most consistent statewide providers of emergency motel vouchers.
Website: salvationarmy.org
Catholic Charities Oregon
Serves anyone in need regardless of faith, with offices in Portland, Salem, and Eugene providing emergency housing assistance and hotel voucher referrals.
Contact: 503-231-4866 | catholiccharitiesoregon.org
St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County — Eugene
St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County is one of Eugene’s largest homeless service providers, offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, and hotel voucher connections for homeless individuals and families in Lane County.
Contact: 541-345-5551 | svdp.us
Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (MWVCAA) — Salem
MWVCAA serves Marion and Polk counties and provides emergency assistance including hotel voucher connections for individuals and families in the Salem area.
Contact: 503-585-6232 | mwvcaa.org
NeighborImpact — Bend
NeighborImpact is the Community Action Agency serving Deschutes, Crook, Jefferson counties and the Warm Springs Reservation. They provide emergency assistance including hotel voucher connections for individuals and families in central Oregon — a region that has seen explosive growth and a severe housing affordability crisis.
Contact: 541-548-2380 | neighborimpact.org
ACCESS — Medford
ACCESS serves Jackson and Josephine counties in southern Oregon and provides emergency assistance including hotel voucher connections for individuals and families in the Medford and Grants Pass areas.
Contact: 541-779-2393 | accesshelps.org
Clatsop Community Action — Astoria
Clatsop Community Action serves Clatsop County on Oregon’s northern coast and provides emergency assistance including hotel voucher connections for individuals and families in the Astoria area.
Contact: 503-325-4821 | clacc.net
Oregon Human Development Corporation — Statewide
Oregon Human Development Corporation provides emergency assistance and housing services for migrant and seasonal agricultural workers across Oregon, including connections to hotel voucher programs.
Contact: 503-253-2950 | ohdc.org
American Red Cross — Oregon
The Red Cross assists people displaced by Oregon’s wildfires, floods, and ice storms. If your homelessness stems from a disaster, the Red Cross can arrange immediate hotel accommodations.
Contact: 1-800-733-2767 | redcross.org
Emergency Housing Help by City and Region in Oregon
Portland / Multnomah County
Portland has Oregon’s largest concentration of homeless services — and one of the most visible homeless populations of any U.S. city. Key resources include:
- Portland 211: Dial 211
- Joint Office of Homeless Services (Multnomah County): 503-655-8575
- JOIN: 503-232-9610
- Central City Concern: 503-294-1681
- Outside In (youth): 503-223-4121
- Salvation Army Portland: 503-238-9505
- Catholic Charities Portland: 503-231-4866
- ODHS Portland: 503-988-5025
Salem / Marion County
- Salem 211: Dial 211
- MWVCAA: 503-585-6232
- Salvation Army Salem: 503-581-6507
- Catholic Charities Salem: 503-585-2045
- Center for Hope and Safety (DV/emergency): 503-399-7722
- ODHS Salem: 503-378-5447
Eugene / Lane County
- Eugene 211: Dial 211
- St. Vincent de Paul Lane County: 541-345-5551
- Lane Community Action Agency: 541-687-7500
- Salvation Army Eugene: 541-342-7973
- Catholic Charities Eugene: 541-345-7548
- Square One Villages (transitional): 541-870-0440
- ODHS Eugene: 541-686-7500
Medford / Jackson County
- Medford 211: Dial 211
- ACCESS: 541-779-2393
- Salvation Army Medford: 541-773-6242
- Medford Gospel Mission: 541-772-2095
- ODHS Medford: 541-776-6060
Bend / Deschutes County
Bend has experienced Oregon’s most dramatic housing affordability crisis outside Portland:
- Bend 211: Dial 211
- NeighborImpact: 541-548-2380
- Salvation Army Bend: 541-382-2020
- Bethlehem Inn (emergency shelter): 541-322-8768
- ODHS Bend: 541-388-6070
Grants Pass / Josephine County
- Grants Pass 211: Dial 211
- ACCESS Josephine County: 541-476-5234
- Salvation Army Grants Pass: 541-476-8982
- Gospel Rescue Mission Grants Pass: 541-479-0385
- ODHS Grants Pass: 541-476-2455
Astoria / Clatsop County (Northern Oregon Coast)
- Astoria 211: Dial 211
- Clatsop Community Action: 503-325-4821
- Salvation Army Astoria: 503-325-4395
- ODHS Astoria: 503-325-0791
Pendleton / Eastern Oregon
Eastern Oregon is vast and sparsely populated with unique access challenges:
- Eastern Oregon 211: Dial 211
- Eastern Oregon Community Action Team (EOCAM): 541-276-1926
- Salvation Army Pendleton: 541-276-4456
- ODHS Pendleton: 541-278-5400
- Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Social Services: 541-276-3165
What to Do After Your Hotel Voucher Runs Out
A hotel voucher is a bridge — not a permanent solution. While you have temporary shelter, take these steps toward stable housing:
Connect with a case manager. Ask the organization that gave you the voucher to assign you a case manager. Case managers in Oregon can help you navigate housing programs, tribal resources, wildfire recovery benefits, and services specific to your county.
Apply for Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) in Oregon. RRH programs provide short-term rental assistance and support to help you move from homelessness into housing quickly. Contact your local CoC or dial 211 to find RRH programs available in your Oregon county.
Get on the Section 8 waitlist. The Housing Choice Voucher program provides long-term rental assistance. Contact OHCS at oregon.gov/ohcs or your local housing authority to apply. Waitlists in Portland, Salem, and Eugene can be extremely long — apply as early as possible and to multiple housing authorities.
Apply for Oregon Emergency Rental Assistance. Contact OHCS at oregon.gov/ohcs or dial 211 to ask about current rental assistance programs available in your county.
Look into transitional housing. Organizations like Central City Concern, St. Vincent de Paul Lane County, ACCESS, NeighborImpact, and the Salvation Army offer transitional housing programs across Oregon with support services to help you build long-term stability.
Apply for benefits you may qualify for. If you haven’t already, apply for SNAP food assistance, Oregon Medicaid (Oregon Health Plan), and Oregon Works (TANF) at your local ODHS office or at one.oregon.gov or benefits.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a hotel voucher in Oregon tonight?
Call 211 right now. Operators are available 24/7 and can connect you with emergency hotel voucher programs in your Oregon county. In Portland, you can also contact JOIN at 503-232-9610 or Central City Concern at 503-294-1681 directly. In Eugene, contact St. Vincent de Paul Lane County at 541-345-5551. In Salem, contact MWVCAA at 503-585-6232.
What is Oregon’s Joint Office of Homeless Services (JOHS)?
Multnomah County’s Joint Office of Homeless Services (JOHS) is the coordinating body for all homeless services across Portland and Multnomah County. JOHS manages the county’s Continuum of Care, contracts with service providers, and connects individuals with emergency housing resources including hotel voucher programs. Contact JOHS at 503-655-8575 or visit multco.us/johs.
Are hotel vouchers available after a wildfire in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon experiences significant wildfire activity every summer. If a wildfire has displaced you, FEMA’s TSA program can place you in a hotel at no cost after a presidentially declared disaster. Apply at disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362. The Red Cross also responds immediately to wildfire-related housing needs. Contact OHCS or dial 211 for current wildfire-specific housing assistance in your area.
Are hotel vouchers available in Bend and central Oregon?
Yes. NeighborImpact (541-548-2380) serves Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties and the Warm Springs Reservation. Bend’s explosive growth has created a severe housing crisis — call as early as possible. Bethlehem Inn (541-322-8768) also provides emergency shelter in Bend.
Are hotel vouchers available for Native Americans in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon has nine federally recognized tribes, each with tribal social services that can provide emergency housing assistance including motel vouchers for enrolled members. Contact your specific tribe’s social services office directly. Urban Native Americans in Portland and other cities can contact the Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) in Portland at 503-288-8177 for culturally specific housing resources.
Does Oregon have emergency housing during extreme heat waves?
Yes. Oregon has experienced deadly heat waves — including the record-breaking 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome that killed hundreds of people. Cooling centers are activated during extreme heat events, and emergency hotel placements are made for vulnerable individuals. Dial 211 for current cooling center and emergency shelter information during heat emergencies.
Can I get a hotel voucher without an ID in Oregon?
Many programs will still help you without a photo ID, though having one speeds up the process. If you’ve lost your ID, ask your caseworker or local ODHS office about Oregon’s emergency identification assistance programs.
Are there hotel vouchers for homeless veterans in Oregon?
Yes. Contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-3838 (24/7) or the VA Portland Health Care System at 503-220-8262. VA social workers can often arrange emergency hotel stays same-day for veterans in crisis.
Are there hotel vouchers for domestic violence survivors in Oregon?
Yes. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (24/7) or the Oregon Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or contact the Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence at 503-230-1951 for a local referral to emergency safe housing in your area.
Are there hotel vouchers for homeless youth in Oregon?
Yes. Outside In in Portland (503-223-4121) specializes in homeless youth ages 14–25. Dial 211 for youth-specific emergency housing resources in your county. Oregon has several other youth-focused shelter programs in Salem, Eugene, and Medford.
What if there are no hotel vouchers available in my area?
If vouchers are unavailable, ask about shelter beds or contact the National Homeless Hotline at 1-877-466-4782 for additional options. In rural eastern Oregon, tribal social services and local churches are often the most accessible backup resources.
Final Thoughts
If you need a hotel voucher in Oregon tonight, your first call should be to 211. From there, operators can connect you with the nearest available program — whether that’s JOIN, Central City Concern, St. Vincent de Paul, NeighborImpact, ACCESS, the Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, or another local organization serving your county.
Oregon has invested more in addressing homelessness than almost any other state its size. Help is out there — from the coast to the Cascades to the high desert. Don’t wait to reach out.
Last Updated: 2026 | Sources: Oregon ODHS, Oregon Housing and Community Services, HUD, FEMA, Salvation Army Oregon
Program availability and funding levels vary by county and change frequently. Always verify current availability directly with the providing organization.