Friendly House creates a thriving community by connecting people of all ages and backgrounds through quality educational, recreational and other life-sustaining services.

We operate through two primary program areas.
1. Children's Programs: We run an After School program in coordination with Chapman elementary and a full-day Preschool program, in addition to Summer Camp and Winter Break Camp.

2. Community Services: Our Senior Program, in partnership with Neighborhood House, serves as the primary support structure and case management service for elders on the West Side of Multnomah County. SAGE Metro Portland, a program of Friendly House, is Portland's premier services and advocacy group supporting LGBT elders. We also offer lifelong learning classes, fitness classes, a full basketball court, fitness center and internet center for people of all backgrounds.

The First Presbyterian Church founded the Marshall Street Community Center in 1926. In 1930 it was renamed Friendly House and moved to its current main location at NW 26th and Savier in Portland, OR. Its first director was Amelia Anderson. While originally dedicated to a spiritual mission, social concerns arising with the Great Depression quickly became a focus.

Friendly House programs continue to shift and change to meet the needs of the community.