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5 programs people in this spot often look for.
Reentry support after prison
Program: Central City Concern Flip the Script
Culturally specific reentry navigation and support — housing, employment, health care, and peer support — for people leaving prison.
Who it’s for: People who live in Multnomah County — Black/African American people leaving prison and on supervision in Multnomah County
See the rule
“Flip the Script (FTS) Re-Entry program provides services, including navigation, direct support, and resources, to men and women being released from prison and on supervision in Multnomah County.” Official site ↗
This is a candidate, not a decision. Funding and application windows change and are not published anywhere we can check — confirm directly with the program before you rely on it.
Clear an eligible criminal record
Program: Criminal Record Set-Aside (Expungement)
Court sealing of eligible arrests or convictions so they no longer show in Oregon state records, with free filing help available.
Who it’s for: People with an eligible past arrest or conviction that meets Oregon's waiting-period rules
See the rule
“If the court grants a Motion to Set Aside, the record is sealed for Oregon state agencies.” Official site ↗
This is a candidate, not a decision. Funding and application windows change and are not published anywhere we can check — confirm directly with the program before you rely on it.
Traffic-fine forgiveness to get your license back
Program: Oregon DMV Fine Remittance / License Reinstatement
Forgiveness of qualifying traffic fines that led to a license suspension, so eligible Oregonians can get their license back by paying only the standard reinstatement fee. DMV 503-945-5000.
Who it’s for: Oregonians whose license was suspended for unpaid fines or missing an Oregon court date
See the rule
“A remission of fines is the forgiveness of fines and fees that were imposed on a person for violating a traffic law.” Official site ↗
This is a candidate, not a decision. Funding and application windows change and are not published anywhere we can check — confirm directly with the program before you rely on it.
Short-term cash & housing help
Program: Oregon General Assistance Program (GA)
Short-term cash and housing help (about $831 a month) for adults with a severe disability who are homeless or at risk while waiting on an SSI decision — plus free help with the SSI application. Call 1-866-535-8431.
Who it’s for: People with a disability — adults with no children who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and waiting on an SSI decision
See the rule
“provides short-term financial help for individuals with severe disabilities who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.” Official site ↗
“Up to $649 per month in housing assistance $109 in utility assistance per month $73 in cash assistance per month” Official site ↗
This is a candidate, not a decision. Funding and application windows change and are not published anywhere we can check — confirm directly with the program before you rely on it.
Get court fines & fees wiped out
Program: Multnomah Project Reset
A monthly lottery that clears Multnomah County court fines and fees for 60 people. Entering doesn't guarantee you're picked, and some debts (like restitution and child support) can't be cleared.
Who it’s for: People with Multnomah County court fines and fees (a monthly lottery picks 60 people)
See the rule
“Every month, 60 qualifying individuals will be randomly selected to have their Multnomah County fines and fees waived.” Official site ↗
“If you are 80% below the Area Median Income for Portland you may qualify to have your Multnomah County fines and fees forgiven through Multnomah Project Reset.” Official site ↗
This is a candidate, not a decision. Funding and application windows change and are not published anywhere we can check — confirm directly with the program before you rely on it.
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