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Our services
How can we help?
Education
Education provides youth and family engagement services from prenatal to adulthood. Our primary focus is on school readiness, literacy, after school programs, youth advocacy & more.
Community Wellness
Community Wellness focuses on the holistic well-being of individuals, families, and communities. This includes increase food access, nutrition education, mobile health clinic with access to dental care, and services for aging adults.
Economic Sustainability
Economic Sustainability programs support families with limited or no-income to engage in services and activities designed to improve their well-being and housing conditions and increase their earning potential.
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Survivor Support
UNICA provides 24-hour bilingual (Spanish/English) domestic violence/sexual assault crisis line, sex trafficking intervention, advocacy, counseling, abuse prevention & interventions programs.
Mission
To advance racial equity and social justice through the power of our Latine roots, culture, and community.
Vision
We envision a thriving Latine community living to their fullest potential.
Values
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Empower
Social Justice
Ethical & Transparent
Our Humble Roots
How we got started
El Programa Hispano’s humble roots began in 1982 when a small group of outreach workers from Catholic Family Services, now Catholic Charities of Oregon (CCO), conducted outreach to Latino migrant farmworkers in East Multnomah County. In 2015, with the support of CCO, El Programa became an independent 501(c)3 organization. Today, we serve more than 32,000 individuals annually in the areas of Economic Sustainability, Education, Community Wellness and UNICA, our Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault prevention, intervention, and advocacy program. Our vision is a thriving Latine Community living to our fullest potential.
Although EPHC is affiliated with the Catholic Charities Network, a candidate or participant does not need to be a Catholic to work with us or to receive services. Across our programs and services, staff of all faiths or none, work within our framework of respect for our mission, a person’s dignity and the common good.
There are more ways to support our community
2025-2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
Our 2025-2026 Sponsorship Opportunities package is live! We have many exciting activities.
Attend an event, volunteer, sponsor, or donate!
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Join Us in Making a Difference
Volunteer or donate today and be part of the change!
There are so many ways to support our vibrant Latine community—children, families, and seniors alike. Whether you give your time or make a donation, your support helps us break down systemic barriers and build a brighter, more equitable future.
Un sincero agradecimiento a todas las personas participantes por hacer de nuestra celebración navideña del Programa de Bienestar para Personas Adultas Mayores un evento tan especial. Ver a nuestras personas mayores bailando, sonriendo y disfrutando plenamente cada momento fue realmente conmovedor. Les encantaron las decoraciones festivas, los regalos llenos de cariño y la deliciosa comida; su alegría hizo de este día una experiencia inolvidable.
Un agradecimiento especial a Laura y Fátima por su increíble apoyo durante todo el evento, y a Mark from mealsonus.pdx, María y Víctor por su colaboración y trabajo en equipo para hacer de esta celebración un verdadero éxito. Su dedicación marcó una gran diferencia.
Esta celebración no habría sido posible sin ustedes. La felicidad y la conexión compartidas con nuestras personas adultas mayores hicieron que cada esfuerzo valiera la pena. 💫
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A heartfelt thank you to all our participants for making our Older Adult Wellness Christmas celebration so special. Seeing our seniors dancing, smiling, and fully enjoying every moment was truly heartwarming. They loved the festive decorations, thoughtful gifts, and delicious food—and their joy made the day unforgettable.
Special thanks to Laura and Fatima for your incredible support throughout the event, and to Mark, Maria, and Victor for your collaboration and teamwork in making this celebration such a success. Your dedication truly made a difference.
This celebration would not have been possible without you all. The happiness and connection shared with our seniors made every effort worthwhile.💫
#grateful #CommunityCare #HolidayJoy #SeniorCelebration #agingwithgrace #TogetherWeCare #SeasonOfGiving #elprogramahispano #elprogramahispanocatolico #EPHC #somosephc #weareephc ... See MoreSee Less
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💛 Mil gracias a nuestras familias, voluntarios y aliados comunitarios por hacer de nuestra reciente Tienda Navideña de Juguetes en la Escuela Primaria Hall un día especial. Este evento nos permitió compartir alegría con nuestras familias en una época difícil. Agradecemos profundamente a los donantes y colaboradores que hacen posibles momentos como este. Gracias por ayudarnos a llevar alegría y alivio a las familias durante la temporada navideña. ¡Que nuestras celebraciones continúen!
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💛 Mil gracias to our families, volunteers, and community partners for making our recent Holiday Toy Store at Hall Elementary School such a meaningful day! This event allowed us to spread cheer to partners and families in a challenging time. We are deeply grateful to the partners and donors for making moments like this possible. Thank you for helping us create joy and relief for families during the holiday season. May our celebrations continue!
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Gracias a las y los integrantes del equipo de EPHC que participaron en la sesión de Introducción a la Trata de Personas (Human Trafficking 101) el día de ayer. Agradecemos la gran participación y nos sentimos inspirados por los poderosos carteles creados en reconocimiento del Mes de Concientización sobre la Trata de Personas, los cuales estarán exhibidos durante todo el mes.
Aprender en comunidad nos ayuda a construir entornos más seguros. Las y los participantes exploraron señales de la trata de personas, preguntas clave a considerar cuando surgen inquietudes y recursos confiables que fortalecen nuestra respuesta colectiva y el cuidado de nuestra comunidad.
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Thank you to the EPHC team members who joined us for yesterday’s Human Trafficking 101 session. We’re grateful for the strong turnout and inspired by the powerful posters created in recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, which will be displayed throughout the month.
Learning together helps build safer communities. Participants explored signs of trafficking, questions to consider when concerns arise, and trusted resources that strengthen our collective response and care.
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