A Rising Star
One of Hope Kitchen’s brightest success stories and a powerful reminder of what perseverance, support, and second chances can do is the story of Allan Florea. Allan’s journey with Rogue Retreat began long before he ever stepped into the kitchen. Growing up in an unstable home, Allan found himself homeless by the age of 14. […]
“Do the Next Right Thing”: Billy Lindsay’s Journey from Rock Bottom to Role Model
For Billy Lindsay, recovery wasn’t a single turning point. It was a choice made over and over, one day at a time. This September, Billy will celebrate 19 years clean and sober, but his story began in a place many of our guests at Rogue Retreat know all too well. “It started out rough,” Billy […]
Building Hope, Rebuilding Lives
At Rogue Retreat, we believe in the power of partnerships to transform lives and S&B James Construction exemplifies what it means to build community from the ground up. A longstanding partner in our mission, S&B James has played a vital role in expanding our shelter and service infrastructure throughout Medford. In 2022, they completed the […]
Introducing: Matt’s Kitchen at the Crossings!
Rogue Retreat is excited to announce the addition of a new outdoor kitchen at the Crossings—an innovative and welcoming space designed to bring nourishment, connection, and dignity to those we serve. Thanks to the incredible generosity of Michael and Vicki Graves, this project has been partially funded by and named in honor of their beloved […]
Note From the Director: Operations
Hi friends, As I come up on six years at Rogue Retreat, I’ve been thinking about how much we’ve grown and changed over the years. I started at the bottom and worked my way up through every position in Operations. Now I get to lead the team and help make some pretty exciting things happen […]
Solar Power at the Crossings: A Brighter, Greener Future
Thanks to the generosity of a local donor, Rogue Retreat has installed solar panels at the Crossings shelter site, bringing sustainable energy and increased comfort to our guests. The donated panels, still with 60% of their useful life remaining, came with the framing needed to securely fasten them to our Foldum shelters in the village […]
Hope in Action: Skills for a Brighter Future
Dear Valued Community Members, This past year has been incredibly productive for Social Enterprises at Rogue Retreat, with Hope Streets and Hope Kitchen thriving like never before! Hope Streets has become a vital job training program, equipping our guests with the skills they need to successfully re-enter the workforce. Through hands-on experience, participants develop essential […]
Champion for Change
For the past 15 years, Tom Fischer has poured his heart into Rogue Retreat— as a board member, a volunteer, and donor. His commitment goes far beyond leadership; it’s a personal mission to create hope and change for those experiencing homelessness. Tom first joined Rogue Retreat with a simple desire: to help. Over the years, […]
Embracing Second Chances
Bronson McAllister’s path to Rogue Retreat is one of personal growth, purpose, and a deep commitment to helping others. Growing up in Utah, Bronson eventually moved to Oregon, where he left a well-paying job in Portland to be closer to his children in Medford. This decision was a turning point—one that set him on a […]
Volunteering: A Work of Heart
April is volunteer appreciation month! ~Volunteers Make Hope Possible~ Whether serving meals, sorting donations, or lending a helping hand at our shelters, our volunteer’s dedication brings hope and stability to those in need. This Spring, we celebrate the power of community and the difference volunteers make every day. The Volunteer Journey Becoming a Rogue Retreat […]