| The Eastern Oregon Mission,
Inc. (Agape House) opened August 5, 1986 thru the efforts of
Kathleen Knudson, a woman who had a vision for serving the less
fortunate, working poor and the homeless transients. Beginning in a
small house, Agape House grew rapidly over the next few years,
becoming a small food bank and clothing dispensary for those in
need. This original small house, served Agape House for several
years, until the need for spaced pushed it into its current
facilities.
In 1986, Agape House served an average of 100
families per month. Today the caseload is more than 750 families a
month. With changes in the service area for over the last two
decades, the organization added an 8' x 45' freezer unit,two walk-in
8' by 20' coolers, created more storage for the needed food
products, and partnered with Blue Mountain Community College to
operate a thrift store.
After 8 years of dreaming, 3 years of planning, and fund
raising and 4 months of construction, Agape House moved to a larger
facility in December of 2005. Agape House continues to serve an
ever-increasing caseload through the efforts of concerned
individuals, church groups, and volunteers. Agape House has four
trucks, a van and two trailers used to transport donated food and
other items.
We would be glad to show you our beautiful facility.
Please come by for a tour and more information on how you may help.
Legal stuff: In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. Hermiston Agape House is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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