PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a shared commitment to community well-being, Swickard Auto Group has donated $25,000 to Helping Hands Reentry Outreach Centers. The donation supports the organization's mission to provide hope and care to those experiencing homelessness.
"We're honored to support the important work of Helping Hands Reentry Outreach Center, whose team is helping individuals and families not only find shelter but also rebuild their lives with dignity and hope," said Jeff Swickard, President and CEO of Swickard Group. "Their dedication inspires us. This donation is only possible because of the incredible employees and customers who make up our Swickard family — your loyalty and generosity allow us to give back in meaningful ways."
Helping Hands provides trauma-informed housing services, including safe emergency shelter and a long-term transitional housing program. Their person-centered approach helps remove barriers to sustainability by connecting people with resources for housing, food, and employment, as well as providing crucial support for recovery, job applications, and life skills.
"Helping Hands has always been dedicated to supporting people on their journey from being unhoused to creating a sustainable life," said Alan Evans, Founder and President of Helping Hands. "People were there for me, and we will always be there for them. Support like this gift from Swickard Auto Group makes that possible, and we are blown away by their generosity."
You can learn more about the Helping Hands Reentry Outreach Centers and support their mission by visiting their website.
About Helping Hands Reentry Outreach Centers
Founded by Alan Evans, who spent over 25 years unhoused, the Helping Hands Reentry Outreach Centers provide a "helping hand" to a sustainable life through resources, recovery, and reentry. Their programs are trauma-informed, data-driven, and person-centered. They operate 11 facilities across five Oregon counties—Clatsop, Lincoln, Multnomah, Tillamook, and Yamhill—providing over 530 beds per night for individuals and families ready to make sustainable changes to improve their lives.
About Swickard Auto Group
Founded in 2014, Swickard Auto Group began as an idea: to provide a better way to buy and service vehicles. Today, we are grateful to serve our communities with over 50 franchises. We strive to offer a wide range of new and pre-owned vehicles and comprehensive service options, always with a focus on hospitality and a transparent buying process through our Swickard Price Promise. Beyond our dealerships, we are honored to support local communities and animal welfare organizations, a commitment made possible by our loyal employees and customers.
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